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Flu Vaccines for Non-VA Enrolled Individuals: Authorization and Deadlines

This bill authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish seasonal influenza vaccines to certain individuals not enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs patient enrollment system. The authority to furnish these vaccines expires on April 29, 2022. These vaccines must be FDA-approved, commercially available, and recommended by the CDC.
Key points
The VA may furnish seasonal influenza vaccines to certain individuals not enrolled in the VA patient enrollment system.
The authority to provide seasonal influenza vaccines under this section ends on April 29, 2022.
A seasonal influenza vaccine must be FDA-approved, commercially available, and recommended by the CDC.
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Print number: 117_HR_5671
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41]
Process start date: 2021-10-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish seasonal influenza vaccines to certain individuals, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5671.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA may furnish seasonal influenza vaccines to certain individuals not enrolled in the VA patient enrollment system.
  • The authority to provide seasonal influenza vaccines under this section ends on April 29, 2022.
  • A seasonal influenza vaccine must be FDA-approved, commercially available, and recommended by the CDC.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6257)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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