News

Maine lawmakers consider bill that would place 5-year pause on COVID vaccine mandates

Maine lawmakers consider bill that would place 5-year pause on COVID vaccine mandates

Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio


AUGUSTA, Maine (WGAN) State lawmakers are expected to consider a bill that would ban COVID-19 vaccine mandates in Maine for at least five years.

According to the Portland Press Herald, the legislation was proposed by Republican Rep. Tracey Quint of Hodgdon. It aims to ban COVID-19 vaccine mandates over concerns about its potential impact on reproductive health among women who receive the shots.

So far, there’s no evidence that links any of the vaccines to reproductive problems, and U.S. CDC guidance encourages vaccinations for those who are pregnant.

The legislation calls for a pause on mandates until further studies conclude.

Lawmakers will hold a virtual hearing on the bill on Tuesday.

 

 

 

Latest Headlines

18 hours ago in Local

Maine Lawmakers Pass Bill to Let Jails Turn Away Some ICE Detainees

Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.

19 hours ago in Local

Two Arrested in Gardiner for Drug Dealing, Gun Charges

Officers say they saw what looked like illegal drugs at the residence.

23 hours ago in Local

New Hampshire Man Dead in I-95 Crash in Newport

Maine State Police say they were on their way to assist a stopped car in the travel lane of I-95.

23 hours ago in Local

Casco Bay Lines considers another fare hike for passengers

Riding the ferry in Casco Bay could get more expensive as the ferry line considers a 21 percent increase for passenger fares.

23 hours ago in Local

Sen. Collins’ office says remark about not seeking another term after November was an “off-hand comment”

Sen. Susan Collins is walking back her comment that she would only serve one more term if elected in November.