An Act promoting community immunity
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act promoting community immunity,’ aims to establish a framework for encouraging individuals to get vaccinated against infectious diseases. It seeks to support public health efforts by promoting vaccination and potentially addressing barriers to immunization. The bill intends to bolster community protection against preventable illnesses through increased vaccination rates. It is currently being reviewed by the Massachusetts Public Health Committee.
Key provisions
- Encourages vaccination against infectious diseases.
- Supports public health initiatives related to immunization.
- Addresses barriers to vaccination access.
- Promotes community immunity through increased vaccination rates.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Residents
- Healthcare Providers
- Public Health Officials
- Individuals seeking vaccinations
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Rebecca L. Rausch
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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