Allows pharmacists to administer certain vaccines pursuant to a statewide order; and relates to the authority of the commissioner of health
Summary
Provides that licensed pharmacists may administer certain vaccines where a non-patient specific order exists or immunizations are authorized by the commissioner of health and are recommended for use by the New York state immunization advisory council or are identified by the department of health as necessary to address public health emergencies, outbreaks, or chronic disease prevention.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Sep 3, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
upper
Sep 3, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO RULES
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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