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MS HB1228
Bill
Status
3/15/2010
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Holland
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AI Summary
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Requires all licensed child care facilities to provide parents or legal guardians with information about influenza risks, vaccine availability, effectiveness, and administration methods by October 1 of each year
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Information must cover influenza causes, symptoms, transmission, infection rates in children, and CDC recommendations for vaccinating children ages 6 months through 18 years
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State Department of Health must develop the influenza immunization materials and distribute them to licensed child care facilities
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Child care facilities are not required to provide or pay for influenza vaccinations, but the Department of Health will assist facilities requesting help with on-site vaccinations for children qualifying under the federal Vaccines for Children program
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Effective July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Child care facilities; require to provide parents with information about the risks of flu and availability of vaccines.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/15/2010