California Vaccine Bill Passes Assembly, Heads Back To Senate Before Governor's Desk

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — California's controversial vaccination bill cleared one of its last hurdles at the state capitol on Thursday.

The legislation would eliminate the personal-belief exemption and require all children to get vaccinated to attend public school.

Even though the debate is over on the Assembly floor, those who oppose Senate Bill 277 say they will debate and fight this all the way to the governor's desk.

The bill's author, state Sen. Richard Pan, says it was worth the fight.

"Certainly I'm very excited SB 277 has passed the state Assembly, and I think it's another very important step forward to ensure we protect all children who are attending our public schools and private schools," he said.

The measure has sparked weeks of passionate opposition. Those protesting the bill like Clarissa Clark say they are not discouraged.

"I believe it's morally wrong to force me as a parent to tell me as a parent you don't have the right to do what is right for your child," she said.

The bill goes back to the Senate for final approval before heading to Gov. Jerry Brown's desk.