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WA HB2122
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mari Leavitt
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AI Summary
- Hospitals must offer influenza immunizations to inpatients aged 65 or older and inpatients of any age with one or more chronic health conditions, beginning July 1, 2027
- Requirement applies annually from October 1st through March 1st of the following year
- Immunizations not required when contraindicated for the patient or when vaccine is unavailable at the hospital
- Vaccination offers must follow CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations
- Department of Health authorized to adopt implementing rules
Legislative Description
Requiring hospitals to offer immunizations for influenza in certain cases.
Last Action
Referred to Rules 2 Review.
1/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules1/26/2026
Health Care and Wellness1/12/2026
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