Key Takeaways:
- A new bill introduced in Idaho would make it illegal to administer mRNA vaccines in the state.
- The legislation, sponsored by Idaho Senator Tammy Nichols and House Representative Judy Boyle, would go into effect on 1 July 2023 if passed.
- The bill comes after concerns about the safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines, with one study in Florida finding an 84% increase in the relative incidence of cardiac-related death among men aged 18-39 years old within 28 days following mRNA vaccination.
Written by Steve Cannon for USSA News
A new bill introduced to the Idaho state legislature would make it a misdemeanor crime to administer mRNA vaccines in the state. The legislation, sponsored by Idaho Senator Tammy Nichols and House Representative Judy Boyle, would go into effect on 1 July 2023 if passed. The bill comes amid concerns about the safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines.
Idaho’s proposed legislation would be the first of its kind in the United States. The closest approximation to the bill was the Florida Surgeon General’s removal of the recommendation for Covid mRNA shots for individuals ages 18 to 39 years old in October last year. This recommendation was made after a statewide analysis of vaccinated Florida residents found an 84% increase in the relative incidence of cardiac-related death among men aged 18-39 years old within 28 days following mRNA vaccination.
Possible Consequences
If the proposed legislation is passed in Idaho, it could set a precedent for other states to follow suit. It could also lead to a broader conversation about the safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines, with some people pointing to studies like the one conducted in Florida to support their concerns. However, if mRNA vaccines are banned in a state, it could limit access to vaccines for people who want them, potentially leading to more cases of Covid-19 and its variants.
FAQ:
Q: What is mRNA?
A: Messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) is a molecule that carries genetic instructions from DNA to cells, directing them to produce proteins.
Q: Why is there concern about mRNA vaccines?
A: Some people have raised concerns about the safety and efficacy of mRNA vaccines, citing studies that have linked them to an increased risk of cardiac-related death among some age groups. However, many health experts maintain that mRNA vaccines are safe and effective, and they have been authorized for emergency use by the FDA.
