SF 4416 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Immunization provisions modifications

This bill modifies Minnesota's immunization requirements for schools and childcare facilities by updating definitions and procedures for adjusting vaccination schedules. It requires the state health commissioner to consult with medical organizations, educational leaders, and various stakeholder groups before proposing changes to immunization requirements. The legislation mandates that any schedule modifications must be based on current medical recommendations from recognized health organizations and require public hearings if requested by legislative committee chairs. Additionally, the bill repeals an existing administrative rule related to immunization provisions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026 Last action Mar 18, 2026
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What changed between versions

Introduction 1st Engrossment · 3 edits · Mar 18, 2026
MINOR
The bill has progressed from its initial introduction to its first engrossment, indicating it has been reviewed and amended by the legislature. The most significant substantive change involves the list of organizations the health commissioner must consult when modifying immunization schedules; the requirement to consider the American Academy of Pediatrics was changed from an optional condition ('or') to a mandatory one ('and'), ensuring the AAP is always included alongside other major medical groups. Additionally, the repealed rule reference was updated to reflect the new bill number, and the posting date was adjusted.
Scope change
The scope of consultation for immunization schedule modifications was expanded to make the American Academy of Pediatrics a mandatory participant in the review process, whereas it was previously listed as an alternative option.
REQUIREMENT

The requirement for the health commissioner to consult with the American Academy of Pediatrics was changed from an optional alternative to a mandatory requirement when proposing changes to the immunization schedule.

TECHNICAL

The repealed rule reference was updated from '26-06207' to 'S4416-1' to align with the new bill number.

The posting date for the bill was updated from March 18 to March 19, 2026.

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Committee
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Mar 18, 2026
Upper · Passed
Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Education Policy
upper
Mar 12, 2026
Committee
Referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Mar 12, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Melissa Wiklund
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