AR SB477

Department of Health shall immediately establish a centralized, one-stop online portal on its website accessible via internet and mobile device to determine vaccination eligibility and allow sign-ups for COVID-19 vaccinations

Department shall establish a centralized phone number staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week with sufficient staffing to prevent significant wait times for residents to determine eligibility, sign up for vaccinations, and ask questions about the vaccination process

Department shall share information about the portal and centralized phone number with the general public by any practicable means, including text notification systems

Emergency clause declares the COVID-19 pandemic and complicated vaccine sign-up process necessitate immediate action to ensure equal, efficient, and adequate access to vaccinations for all Arkansas residents

Act becomes effective upon Governor approval, expiration of veto period, or veto override by the last house