HB4 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kyle South

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Steve ClouseCorley EllisDavid FaulknerDanny GarrettWes KitchensPaul W. LeeRex ReynoldsConnie C. RoweJeff SorrellsAndy Whitt

Session

Second Special Session 2021

Title

Vaccines, provides a religious and philosophical exemption to vaccination

Summary

HB4 would let people in Alabama opt out of certain vaccines after January 1, 2021 if their religious, personal, or philosophical beliefs conflict with vaccination.

What This Bill Does

The bill says no one can be required to receive a vaccine that was approved for use after January 1, 2021 if it conflicts with their beliefs. This creates a personal belief exemption for those newer vaccines. The law would take effect immediately after it is passed and approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• Individuals in Alabama who would otherwise be required to receive a vaccine approved after January 1, 2021 and who hold religious, personal, or philosophical beliefs against vaccination.
• People (such as students or employees) who are subject to vaccination requirements for vaccines approved after January 1, 2021 and seek an exemption based on their beliefs.

Key Provisions

• Exemption applies to any vaccine approved for use after January 1, 2021.
• No individual shall be required to receive such a vaccine if it conflicts with their religious, personal, or philosophical beliefs.
• The act becomes effective immediately after its passage and approval by the Governor.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Vaccinations