PHOENIX — Calling it a matter of individual rights, state lawmakers are moving to protect those who refuse to get vaccinated from being denied services or employment.
As approved on a party-line vote Monday by the Senate, House Bill 2248 contains a list of protections for those who refuse what the legislation calls “medical interventions.” And that is defined as any medical procedure, treatment, device or drug taken to prevent or cure a disease.
The focus of the debate, however, is clearly on vaccinations. Proponents argue there are dangers from many inoculations — and people should be able to protect themselves without fear of discrimination.
