IL HR0613

Urges the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to develop and implement a comprehensive state immunization strategy focused on adolescent and adult vaccinations to increase equitable access and awareness.

Directs IDPH to establish programs and initiatives raising public awareness about the importance of adolescent and adult vaccinations, particularly targeting racial and ethnic minority populations and rural communities with lower vaccination rates.

Calls for IDPH to work with the CDC, healthcare providers, and patients to create an actionable immunization strategy that clarifies age-appropriate vaccine options and improves vaccine availability and access.

Encourages IDPH to set specific immunization plan goals including strengthening infrastructure, improving access, assessing vaccine administration fees, reducing vaccine hesitancy, and promoting health equity initiatives.

Requests IDPH to explore federal funding opportunities and partnerships to support vaccine awareness and access programs aligned with the state immunization strategy.