House Bill 371, sponsored by Rep. Kmetz and others, passed the House Judiciary Committee along party lines and heads to the House floor. This bill would prohibit the use of mRNA vaccines for infectious diseases in Montana, classifying the technology as hazardous. While proponents claim the vaccines cause more harm than benefit, opponents argue the bill infringes on patient choice and medical professional autonomy, limiting access to safe and effective disease prevention. The bill was amended to exclude mRNA gene therapy products used for other conditions.
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Governor DeWine vetoed House Bill 315, which would have prevented disciplinary action against medical professionals for expressing opinions contrary to state health officials. The Governor argued the bill would hinder the state’s ability to regulate medical misconduct and protect public health, citing potential harm to patient care. This action follows national discussions on medical freedom and vaccine policies, and comes after a controversial case involving an Ohio doctor who made unsubstantiated claims about COVID-19 vaccines. While the bill’s medical free speech provision was vetoed, other aspects, such as declaring Ohio’s independence from the WHO, remained.
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