Montana's Measles Risk Evaluation

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Montana is the only state that no longer collects immunization reports from local schools

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Montana is the only state that no longer collects immunization reports from local schools.

Measles is one of the world’s most contagious diseases, according to the World Health Organization .

A state-by-state survey last year showed that just over 86% of 2-year-olds had recently received measles, mumps, and rubella immunization.

HB 364 is aimed at increasing data collection, but other vaccine measures in the state legislature are advancing that would make it easier for children to be exempted from standard immunizations.

Supporters of the bill say some families struggle to receive exemptions on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical causes.

The bill passed the state Senate on a 28 -21 vote; it is now under consideration in the House .

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