New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08496

Introduced
9/3/25  
Refer
9/3/25  
Refer
1/7/26  
Engrossed
3/4/26  

Caption

Relates to the establishment of regulations for administering immunizations taking into consideration the 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, any interstate body established for purposes of reviewing and making recommendations regarding immunization coverage and access, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

Impact

The proposed legislation has significant implications for New York's public health framework. By allowing pharmacists to deliver recommended immunizations, the bill is expected to increase vaccination rates among adults and potentially children in response to public health needs. This modification is particularly important during disease outbreaks, where prompt immunization is critical to controlling disease transmission and preventing epidemics. The extension of authority also supports the optimal use of healthcare resources by facilitating additional points of access for vaccinations.

Summary

Bill S08496 aims to amend the education and insurance laws in New York to expand the entities authorized to make recommendations for administering immunizations. Specifically, it includes the immunization advisory council and the 21st century workgroup for disease elimination and reduction among those entities. The changes proposed in this bill facilitate licensed pharmacists to administer various immunizations based on guidelines provided by these expanded bodies, thereby enhancing public health initiatives and improving access to vaccination services.

Contention

However, the bill may face scrutiny around the inclusion of pharmacists in the administration of immunizations. Some stakeholders might argue that this poses potential risks if pharmacists are not adequately prepared or monitored for side effects or adverse reactions following immunizations. Additionally, questions regarding the adequacy of training and oversight could arise among healthcare professionals, which may lead to discussions on establishing stringent guidelines to ensure public safety while optimizing healthcare access.

Companion Bills

NY A09060

Same As Relates to the establishment of regulations for administering immunizations taking into consideration the 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, any interstate body established for purposes of reviewing and making recommendations regarding immunization coverage and access, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

Previously Filed As

NY A09060

Relates to the establishment of regulations for administering immunizations taking into consideration the 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, any interstate body established for purposes of reviewing and making recommendations regarding immunization coverage and access, or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations.

NY S09599

Includes the 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 and/or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations in the establishment of immunization administration regulations.

NY A10710

Includes the 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 and/or other similar nationally or internationally recognized scientific organizations in the establishment of immunization administration regulations.

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 A10711

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 SR1004

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; recognize

NY HR2005

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; 75th anniversary; recognize

NY J01746

Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists

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