An Act amending the act of July 15, 2004 (P.L.731, No.85), known as the Elderly Immunization Act, further providing for definitions, for vaccination offered to eligible persons and for responsibilities of department; and making editorial changes.

Summary

The bill revises the 2004 Elderly Immunization Act, renaming it the Elderly and High Risk Immunization Act and broadening eligibility. Adults 50 and older become eligible for free influenza shots, while those 65 and older remain eligible for pneumococcal vaccination. The changes take effect 60 days after enactment.

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