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Michigan Vaccine Choice Group Advocates for New Legislation to Protect Parental Rights

Group pushes lawmakers to act on parental rights.

A Michigan-based advocacy group is pushing for legislation to strengthen parental rights when it comes to childhood vaccinations. The organization, Michigan for Vaccine Choice, says its mission is to ensure parents can make informed medical decisions for their children without state interference.

Connie Johnson, who serves as the group’s acting director of media, marketing, and communications, said the organization was founded in 2015 following a Michigan Department of Health and Human Services rule that directed parents to local health departments for vaccine waivers. Johnson argues the rule contradicts state law.

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