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Assembly authorizes pharmacists to administer a COVID‑19 vaccine once state certifies safety and rules
Summary
The Assembly approved a bill allowing licensed pharmacists to administer a future COVID‑19 vaccine after the State Education Department and Department of Health jointly certify rules and a minimum 90‑day period for regulation; supporters said pharmacists increase access, critics urged caution on safety. Ayes 134, Noes 9.
Assembly members approved Senate bill (Senate 8182A) to amend Education Law so licensed pharmacists may administer an approved COVID‑19 vaccine after the Commissioner of Education and the Commissioner of Health certify rules and regulations and at least 90 days of preparation.
Sponsor Miss Paulin (sponsor/sponsor yields on…
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