Bill > A01407

This bill amends the New York State education law to explicitly authorize licensed pharmacists to administer flu (influenza) immunizations to individuals who are nine years of age or older. Currently, pharmacists have varying levels of authority to provide vaccinations, and this legislation expands their scope of practice by specifically allowing them to provide flu shots to a broader age range. The bill makes a straightforward modification to Section 6801 of the education law, adding a new subdivision that grants pharmacists the legal permission to administer these immunizations. By lowering potential age-related barriers to flu vaccination, the bill aims to increase accessibility to immunizations and potentially improve public health outcomes. The legislation will go into effect 90 days after it becomes law, which is a standard implementation timeline that allows healthcare providers and facilities time to adjust to the new regulation.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1407