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by giantg2 1905 days ago
It's not totally mandatory. They allow for exceptions and there's the option of home schooling.
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Some states have significantly cut back on exemptions that aren't for valid medical reasons and home schooling isn't really a viable option for many people.

In addition, although I don't know if the case would stand up today, the Supreme Court has held that states can require vaccinations generally. (A 1905 case involving Massachusetts and smallpox vaccination.)