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Senate committee advances Yarborough's 'medical freedom' bill to its second panel, signaling movement toward floor consideration.
SB 1756 would bar vaccine mandates by state health officers during public health emergencies and expand parental exemptions.
The measure would permit pharmacists to dispense ivermectin behind the counter without a prescription, drawing concern from public health advocates.
Support from some senators contrasts with concerns from others about potential impacts on herd immunity and public health standards.
Democratic Sen. Rosalind Osgood and Republican Sen. Ralph Massullo voiced nuanced views on the bill's approach to health policy.
The House companion measure HB 917, sponsored by Jeff Holcomb, shares similar provisions and is under consideration alongside the Senate measure.
Supporters frame the bill as protecting parental rights and informing families about medical options.
Opponents warn the package could weaken school and public health protections and policy uniformity.
The bill would require new parental acknowledgment forms before minors receive vaccines, a point of contention.
Legislators noted ongoing negotiations, indicating further refinement before any floor vote.

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Florida officials introduced a bill that broadens vaccine exemptions while preserving existing mandates.
The bill would expand exemptions but keep vaccine mandates in law, according to the report.
The measure targets exemptions but retains state-level vaccine mandates in law.
The bill is linked to ongoing Florida debates over public health and individual rights.
Romy Ellenbogen provides state government coverage focusing on criminal justice and health.
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The piece mentions measles and health policy within Florida politics.
Ladapo’s role as Florida Surgeon General is highlighted in the context of the discussion.
The article ties the bill to broader redistricting and political topics in Florida politics.

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Senate committee moves SB 564 forward, allowing preregistered students to help poll workers for service hours.
HB 461 is the House companion bill, sponsored by Rep. Kiyan Michael.
The measure would take effect July 1, enabling participation in August primaries if enacted.
An amendment clarified how hours apply to graduation or post-graduate financial aid.
Duval County election official Jerry Holland testified in support of the bill.
Supporters include the Florida Parent Teacher Association and Equal Ground.
Sen. Clay Yarborough’s SB 564 targets civic participation without altering private election funding rules.
The committee stop occurred during Education PreK-12 consideration in the Senate.
No final passage yet; the bill continues through Senate committees.
The article notes potential future poll worker pipelines as a benefit.

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