How It Works
- Medical exemptions are available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
- A licensed healthcare provider must certify that a vaccine is medically contraindicated for the child.
- Common reasons include documented allergic reactions to vaccine components, immune system disorders, or other medical conditions.
- Medical exemptions are typically reviewed periodically and may be temporary or permanent.
Important: Each state has its own process, forms, and documentation requirements. Contact your child's school or state health department for specific procedures.
States That Allow Medical Exemptions (51)
Alabama(AL)Alaska(AK)Arizona(AZ)Arkansas(AR)California(CA)Colorado(CO)Connecticut(CT)Delaware(DE)District of Columbia(DC)Florida(FL)Georgia(GA)Hawaii(HI)Idaho(ID)Illinois(IL)Indiana(IN)Iowa(IA)Kansas(KS)Kentucky(KY)Louisiana(LA)Maine(ME)Maryland(MD)Massachusetts(MA)Michigan(MI)Minnesota(MN)Mississippi(MS)Missouri(MO)Montana(MT)Nebraska(NE)Nevada(NV)New Hampshire(NH)New Jersey(NJ)New Mexico(NM)New York(NY)North Carolina(NC)North Dakota(ND)Ohio(OH)Oklahoma(OK)Oregon(OR)Pennsylvania(PA)Rhode Island(RI)South Carolina(SC)South Dakota(SD)Tennessee(TN)Texas(TX)Utah(UT)Vermont(VT)Virginia(VA)Washington(WA)West Virginia(WV)Wisconsin(WI)Wyoming(WY)
Educational and organizational use only. Confirm with your state for the latest changes. Not medical or legal advice.