H.R. 120: No Mandates Act
This bill, known as the No Mandates Act, aims to prohibit any requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations in specific contexts. Below is a breakdown of the key provisions of the bill:
Prohibition on Vaccine Mandates
The bill stipulates that no federal agency can create any rules, regulations, or guidance that requires individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. This applies to all agencies as defined under federal law.
Access to Federal Space and Services
It also states that individuals cannot be required to have proof of COVID-19 vaccination to access federal property or services, including congressional grounds or services.
Restrictions on Federal Funding
The legislation sets restrictions regarding entities that have received federal funding related to COVID-19 relief. It stipulates the following:
- No entity that received federal funds under COVID-19 relief packages can require individuals to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition for services.
- Entities that do not comply with this requirement will be obliged to return all federal funds that they received after the enactment of this bill.
Definition of COVID-19 Relief Packages
The bill defines "COVID-19 relief packages" to include several specific pieces of legislation related to COVID-19 funding, such as:
- CARES Act
- Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act
- Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
- American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Overall Impact
In summary, the No Mandates Act seeks to eliminate mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations and any related proof requirements for federal access while putting restrictions on entities that have received federal funding concerning vaccination policies.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jan. 03, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Jan. 03, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
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