In a recent decision, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the government’s authority to enforce COVID-19 vaccination mandates based on the benefits they provide to recipients. This ruling sheds light on the legal landscape surrounding public health measures and highlights the significance of historical cases like Jacobson v. Massachusetts. Government officials have drawn parallels to the 1905 case where the U.S. Supreme Court supported a smallpox vaccine mandate. This decision underscores the evolving dynamics of public health policies and sets a precedent for future legal challenges in the realm of healthcare regulations.
Source: Reason
Author: Jacob Sullum
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