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The legislature has officially moved forward with the Philosophical Exemption to Immunizations Act. I am grateful for the sustained commitment shown by this community throughout the process. We will continue to monitor the implementation of this policy to ensure that parental rights are respected.

August 15, 2008

YES to Philosophical Exemptions in New York State

YES to Philosophical Exemptions in New York State

🏆 Won — 237 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 18 years, 5 months ago
Suffolk County Assemblyman Marc Alessi recently introduced the Philosophical Exemption to Immunizations Act to New York State Legislature\'s health committee. This bill will allow parents in the state to opt out of vaccinations for their children. Right now, there are 18 states that give parents this right, the remaining states allow medical and religious exemptions. The parents of New York should have the right to make medical decisions for their children, not the state or school administrators. Please support Assemblyman Alessi\'s Philosophical Exemption to Immunizations Act by signing this petition. *New York Senator Frank Padavan also introduced an indentical bill to Legislature.

Updates

May 27, 2008

The momentum behind this petition is increasing as we approach our next objective of 250 signatures. Please encourage your acquaintances to review this legislation so we can present a stronger case to the health committee.

Reached 100 supporters

May 19, 2008

May 17, 2008

We are approaching the one hundred signature milestone for the Philosophical Exemption to Immunizations Act. Please consider circulating this information among your personal networks to help us reach this objective.

6 Comments

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Sarah Hamilton
18 years ago Featured

My kids my choice end of story. The government doesnt know whats best for my family better than I do.

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Mike Iyer
18 years ago Featured

Finally some common sense. We need to be able to decide what goes into our own bodies.

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David Olsen
18 years ago Featured

KEEP THE STATE OUT OF OUR HEALTHCARE! Parents know what is best for their children.

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Tom Ford
18 years ago Featured

Medical freedom is the only way forward. My child belongs to us not the school board.

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Jennifer Reeves
18 years ago Featured

This is about freedom. Why is NY so far behind the other states?

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Lisa Herrera
18 years ago Featured

Should be a simple right for everyone. Really hope this passes this year.