Ohio Admin. Code 3701-55-09 - Religious exception

(A) The provisions of this chapter requiring screening of newborn children do not apply if the parents of the child object thereto on the grounds that such screening conflicts with their religious tenets and practices.

(B) Refusal to consent to the newborn screening must be documented on forms provided by the Ohio department of health or must meet the minimum warning requirements set forth on the Ohio department of health forms. A copy of the refusal form or other documentation of parental refusal shall will be sent to the Ohio department of health.

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Ohio Admin. Code 3701-55-09

Effective: 7/1/2023
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 2/27/2023 and 05/05/2028
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 3701.501
Rule Amplifies: 3701.501
Prior Effective Dates: 02/15/1999, 03/17/2003 (Emer.), 06/15/2003, 02/13/2014