exemptions

The measles vaccination rate for Texas kindergarteners increased slightly following the 2025 outbreak, but exemptions for all vaccines rose after a downloadable exemption form was introduced.

Michigan had high rates of parents not vaccinating their children, leading to a requirement for in-person education classes to obtain exemptions. The policy initially worked but led to conflicts, prompting a loosening of the rules.

Michigan is loosening rules for parents seeking vaccine exemptions after requiring in-person education classes a decade ago to address high non-vaccination rates. The previous policy, which initially worked, led to conflicts described as 'ugly' situations.