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Community Immunity During COVID-19: Boosting Vaccination Rates

This act aims to increase recommended immunization rates in communities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Local health departments will receive grants for educational programs, combating misinformation, and supporting access to vaccines, thereby improving public health and citizen safety.
Key points
Health departments will receive grants to increase immunization rates, including COVID-19 vaccines.
Funds can be used for education, reaching low-vaccination groups, and combating vaccine misinformation.
The act promotes partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to boost vaccinations.
It authorizes $560 million in funding to support these initiatives.
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Print number: 117_S_167
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Immunity During COVID–19 Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_167.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Health departments will receive grants to increase immunization rates, including COVID-19 vaccines.
  • Funds can be used for education, reaching low-vaccination groups, and combating vaccine misinformation.
  • The act promotes partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to boost vaccinations.
  • It authorizes $560 million in funding to support these initiatives.
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 Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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