New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A10711

Introduced
3/26/26  
Refer
3/26/26  
Report Pass
4/21/26  
Refer
4/21/26  
Report Pass
4/21/26  
Engrossed
4/21/26  
Refer
4/21/26  

Caption

Relates to immunization vaccines for children

Impact

The bill is expected to significantly affect state laws regarding immunizations and public health policy. By aligning legislative requirements with current medical standards and recommendations, A10711 seeks to eliminate outdated criteria that may hinder healthcare professionals' ability to administer vaccines effectively. Furthermore, it emphasizes the role of licensed pharmacists and nurse practitioners as integral participants in the immunization process, thus widening access to vaccines and supporting better health outcomes for children.

Summary

A10711 is a bill introduced in the New York Assembly aimed at revising the existing public health laws related to immunization. It mandates the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations established by the commissioner of health, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and the recommendations from recognized healthcare organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The intent of this legislation is to ensure a more streamlined approach to childhood immunizations and to potentially increase vaccination rates among children in the state.

Contention

Despite the bill's intent to bolster public health, it has been a source of contention among various stakeholders. Critics of the bill have raised concerns regarding the potential erosion of parental rights and local discretion in medical decisions concerning childhood vaccinations. Some believe that the legislation may lead to enforced compliance that could be viewed negatively by certain segments of the population, particularly those wary of mandated vaccination policies. The ongoing debates reflect a broader national discussion around public health, individual rights, and the balance of state oversight in medical practices.

Companion Bills

NY S09598

Same As Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, and/or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations; removes certain requirements for vaccines to be administered under federal guidance.

Previously Filed As

NY S03958

Requires children enrolled in an overnight camp, summer day camp, or travelling summer day camp to be vaccinated against a specified list of diseases.

NY A03254

Requires children enrolled in an overnight camp, summer day camp, or travelling summer day camp to be vaccinated against a specified list of diseases.

NY S07729

Requires immunization against age appropriate rotavirus for certain children attending school.

NY S07823

Authorizes a licensed pharmacist to administer any recommendations made by the commissioner of health pertaining to a vaccine that has been authorized by the federal Food and Drug Administration; relates to insurance coverage for immunizations; removes the requirement to follow the advisory committee on immunization practices of the centers for disease control and prevention recommendation for immunization against meningococcal disease.

NY A08383

Authorizes a licensed pharmacist to administer any recommendations made by the commissioner of health pertaining to a vaccine that has been authorized by the federal Food and Drug Administration; relates to insurance coverage for immunizations; removes the requirement to follow the advisory committee on immunization practices of the centers for disease control and prevention recommendation for immunization against meningococcal disease.

NY HB983

Immunization requirements for children; removes hepatitis B vaccine.

NY S08853

Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

NY A09648

Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

NY S09598

Requires the administration of certain vaccines for children in accordance with regulations issued by the commissioner, utilizing generally accepted medical standards and based on recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American College of Physicians, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, and/or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations; removes certain requirements for vaccines to be administered under federal guidance.

NY S09849

Authorizes a licensed pharmacist to administer any recommendations made by the commissioner of health pertaining to a vaccine that has been authorized by the federal Food and Drug Administration; relates to insurance coverage for immunizations; removes the requirement to follow the advisory committee on immunization practices of the centers for disease control and prevention recommendation for immunization against meningococcal disease.

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