Vaccines; state entities and county health departments prohibited from advertising, exceptions provided, Attorney General required to investigate violations, penalties provided

HB 367 prohibits Alabama state entities and county health departments from using public funds to advertise or promote vaccines to the public. Exceptions allow printed educational materials distributed directly to patients in healthcare settings (with balanced vaccine information) and communications required by federal law. The Attorney General can investigate violations, determine the amount of improper spending, and require the Legislature or county commission to reduce future funding to the violating entity by that amount. This bill directly affects public health agencies that previously used taxpayer funds for vaccine promotion campaigns. It takes effect on July 1, 2025.