Oregon senator drops controversial bill to require vaccines

Portland Business Journal:

Sen. Elizabeth Steiner Hayward is no longer pursuing legislation to do away with non-medical exemptions for vaccinations.

Senate Bill 442 had attracted national attention and sparked heated discussion among proponents in the medical community and opponents, many of whom are parents concerned about vaccine safety.

"After much careful consideration, Sen. Steiner Hayward has decided to no longer pursue this legislation. She is disappointed that the conversations have largely revolved around who is…

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