Thank you for tracking with us over the last few weeks as we’ve kept close watch on the progression of HB 19-1312, School Immunization Requirements. 

(Side note: The journey of a bill from the original proposal to law is quite a process. If you’re curious to learn about each step, visit this page and find the section on a visual for how a bill becomes a law.)

Current status of HB 19-1312 as of today: The second reading in the House was laid over again. It will most likely be scheduled for Monday, April 22nd. The third reading (date TBD) will then include a vote on the House floor.

Your part: If we want to defeat this bill we MUST stay active to oppose it. Call and email all Representatives and voice your opposition. Also, plan to attend the Senate hearing (date TBD) and prepare to present testimony. Visit the action page for detailed help on following these steps.

Please also make sure you are informed about how this bill will personally impact your family and all Colorado families.

• Audio clip: Do some Colorado Representatives think you are one of the “bad guys”? Listen to this clip from the House Health and Insurance Committee Hearing on Monday, April 12th. (You can listen to the full audio here; this clip is taken from 1:09:10—1:11:53.)
• Full breakdown: Read Carolyn’s full explanation on the blog.

Finally, please come to the noon rally at Homeschool Day at the Capitol to be part of a massive crowd of support for homeschooling. Your presence will give us leverage year-round for standing for liberty. Learn more here and sign up so we know to expect you.

Dear friends,

The House Health and Insurance Committee hearing for HB19-1312 (School Immunization Requirements) was held yesterday. Hopefully, you are aware that both CHEC and HSLDA strongly oppose this bill because it will impose significant and unreasonable burdens on all Colorado families. (You can learn more about the bill on our action page here.) 

Time to Rise UP!

On Friday, a bill was introduced that will impact all families in Colorado whether you choose to vaccinate your children or not. The bill, HB19-1312 School Immunization Requirements, gives broad authority to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Board of Health (BOH) to make rules that govern immunizations in the state of Colorado.

By Legislative Liaison Carolyn Martin

I can’t keep track of how many times I’ve been asked, “Why won’t the legislators listen to us?” The maximum opportunity for our voice to be heard was when we voted last November. But, ultimately, we need to ask ourselves: how well did we articulate our values and principles to our neighbors who vote? Warning signs abounded, but did we heed them?