Senate Bill 345
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Maternal Vaccinations Act
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Feb 22, 2021
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
345
Congress
117
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Maternal Vaccinations Act
This bill establishes a national campaign to raise awareness and increase rates of maternal vaccinations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must consult with various stakeholders to carry out this campaign.
In addition, the CDC must focus on increasing vaccination rates among communities with historically high rates of unvaccinated individuals. The CDC must also make publicly available any materials and resources developed for the campaign.
February 22, 2021
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02/22/2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
02/22/2021
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:46:35 PM