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(C) 1 Exception from immunization requirement for adopted children 10 years of age or younger -- Clause (ii)1b of subparagraph (A) shall not apply to a child who-

(i) is 10 years of age or younger,

(ii) is described in section 101(b)(1)(F) , and

(iii) is seeking an immigrant visa as an immediate relative under section 201(b) , if, prior to the admission of the child, an adoptive parent or prospective adoptive parent of the child, who has sponsored the child for admission as an immediate relative, has executed an affidavit stating that the parent is aware of the provisions of subparagraph (A)(ii) and will ensure that, within 30 days of the child's admission, or at the earliest time that is medically appropriate, the child will receive the vaccinations identified in such subparagraph.

1. The term "except as provided in subparagraph (C)" was added by Public Law 105-73 , dated November 12, 1997. Subparagraph (C) added by Public Law 105-73 .

1a.Clause (ii) added by IIRIRA § 341(a)(2) . Effective "with respect to applications for immigrant visas or for adjustment of status filed after September 30, 1996." IIRIRA § 341(c)

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