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MD SB736

MD SB736
Health Occupations - Pharmacists - Administration of Children's Vaccines - Study and Temporary Authority


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Introduced
02/05/2021
In Committee
04/08/2021
Crossed Over
03/31/2021
Passed
04/12/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/30/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizing a pharmacist, from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2023, inclusive, to administer vaccinations to an individual who is at least 3 years old but under the age of 18 years if certain requirements are met; requiring the Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, in consultation with the State Board of Pharmacy, to report to certain committees of the General Assembly by December 1, 2021, certain information the Administration considers relevant to setting policies on the administration of vaccines to children by pharmacists; etc.

AI Summary

This bill temporarily authorizes pharmacists in Maryland, from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2023, to administer vaccinations to individuals aged 3 to 17 years old, provided certain requirements are met, such as having the appropriate training and certifications. The bill also requires the Prevention and Health Promotion Administration to report to the General Assembly on the implementation and impact of this temporary authority, including recommendations on whether it should be made permanent. Additionally, the bill includes provisions related to the termination of this temporary authority if a federal public health emergency declaration is repealed or expires.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 793 (on 05/30/2021)

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