Bill > S2568

This bill mandates that routine childhood and adult immunization vaccine recommendations must be based on evidence-based, medically sound scientific research, and developed by the department of health in conjunction with prominent medical organizations such as the Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). The bill also amends definitions within existing law to include the provision or administration of these scientifically-backed vaccinations as a "legally protected healthcare activity," which is crucial for understanding protections against hostile litigation related to healthcare services. This means that healthcare providers administering these recommended vaccines are protected under the "Healthcare Provider Shield" law. The bill takes effect immediately upon its passage.

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