MA S1514

Healthcare providers participating in Massachusetts' universal immunization program, Vaccines for Children program, and other state-administered immunization programs must be allowed to select any brand or type of vaccine that is FDA-licensed/authorized and CDC-recommended

The Department of Public Health cannot limit providers' vaccine choices by restricting the supply of immunizations it purchases, except during shortages, public health emergencies, disasters, or security emergencies

Reconstitutes the Vaccine Program Advisory Council with specific membership including representatives from the Commissioner of Public Health, MassHealth, the three largest health insurers, Massachusetts Medical Society, American Academy of Pediatrics, and physicians with childhood vaccine expertise

Annual surcharge increases to fund the Vaccine Purchase Trust Fund are capped at the health care cost growth benchmark, unless the Commissioner submits a detailed report to legislative committees explaining the need for a larger increase

Full implementation of the provider immunization brand choice requirement is mandated by July 1, 2025