NY A02297

Authorizes emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to administer influenza vaccines to persons 2 years of age or older and COVID-19 vaccines to persons 18 years of age or older under non-patient specific orders

Requires EMTs to complete training in vaccination techniques, indications, contraindications, infection control practices, use of personal protective equipment, and maintain current CPR certification from an accredited program

EMTs must operate under the authority of an emergency medical services director with oversight from state or local health departments and medical supervision from licensed physicians, physician assistants, or certified nurse practitioners

Mandates EMTs report all administered immunizations to the statewide immunization information system or citywide immunization registry within 14 days and inform patients about the importance of having a primary health care practitioner

Authorizes licensed physicians and certified nurse practitioners to prescribe and order non-patient specific vaccination orders to EMTs; the act expires and is repealed on June 1, 2027