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ConnecticutHB 050442026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET
AN ACT ESTABLISHING CONNECTICUT VACCINE STANDARDS.
Sponsored By: Sponsor information unavailable
Signed by Governor
Summary
To implement the Governor's budget recommendations.
public health
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More vaccine access for children
The state supplies vaccines for children in the federal Vaccines for Children program when the federal government makes them available. Other providers can receive vaccines on the state schedule when available. State-funded purchases outside the federal program must reduce costs and provide a vaccine series at an equivalent cost to comparable vaccines.
More vaccine coverage from health plans
Starting January 1, 2027, qualifying Connecticut individual and group health plans with prescription drug coverage must cover immunizations in the state schedule. Existing rules also cover certain recommended vaccines, including at least a 20-minute consultation for some vaccines.
Nursing home vaccine protections
Nursing home rules require protection against influenza each year and pneumococcal disease under the state vaccine standard. Medical contraindications and religious objections remain exemptions. If the state uses temporary policies while writing regulations, it must post notice within 20 days.
Child care vaccine rules and exemptions
Child care centers and homes must follow Connecticut’s vaccine schedule. A medical exemption requires a certificate from a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse. Some religious exemptions remain for statements submitted before April 28, 2021; preschool children also need a health professional’s declaration about specified vaccines. For listed school and child care requirements, state religious-exercise protections and remedies do not apply to related civil claims or defenses.
More vaccine options at pharmacies
Connecticut pharmacists can order, prescribe, and give approved vaccines on federal or state schedules to adults. For patients ages 12 through 17, they can give a scheduled vaccine with parent, guardian, or custodian consent, or proof of emancipation. Under this authority, vaccines outside those schedules can be given only to adults. Pharmacists can also give a vaccine under a verbal or written prescription for a specific patient.
State vaccine schedules guide care
Connecticut’s health commissioner sets the state’s vaccine care standard. It considers schedules recommended by federal vaccine experts and medical groups. The standard includes vaccine schedules and reasons not to vaccinate.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
There is no primary sponsor on record.
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 154
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 153
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 151
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 150
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 148
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 152
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 145
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House vote • 3/18/2026
House Roll Call Vote 81 AS AMENDED
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House vote • 3/18/2026
House Roll Call Vote 80 HOUSE AMD A
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House vote • 3/18/2026
PH Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 149
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 147
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Senate vote • 3/18/2026
Senate Roll Call Vote 146
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Actions Timeline
Transmitted by Secretary of the State to Governor
5/4/2026legislatureTransmitted to the Secretary of State
5/4/2026legislaturePublic Act 26-3
4/30/2026legislatureSigned by Governor in Original
4/27/2026legislatureImmediate Transmittal to the Governor
4/23/2026legislatureIn Concurrence
4/23/2026legislatureSenate Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A,B
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule I 4621
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule H 4628
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule G 4624
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule F 4630
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule E 4625
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule D 4626
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule C 4622
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule B 4632
4/23/2026SenateSenate Rejected Senate Amendment Schedule A 4627
4/23/2026SenateSenate Adopted House Amendment Schedule A,B
4/23/2026SenateRules Suspended
4/23/2026legislatureSenate Calendar Number 452
4/23/2026SenateFavorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate
4/23/2026SenateHouse Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A,B
4/21/2026HouseHouse Adopted House Amendment Schedule B 4424
4/21/2026HouseHouse Adopted House Amendment Schedule A 4191
4/21/2026HouseFile Number 405
4/7/2026legislatureHouse Calendar Number 289
4/7/2026House
Bill Text
Public Act No. 26-3
4/27/2026
File No. 405
4/7/2026
PH Joint Favorable Substitute
3/18/2026
Governor's Bill
2/5/2026
Bill Analysis For File Copy 405
Bill Analysis for HB-5044, as amended by House "A" and "B"
Fiscal Note For File Copy 405
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4191 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4423 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4424 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4620 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4621 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4622 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4623 (Cost)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4624 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4625 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4626 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4627 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4628 (See Fiscal Note Details)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4629 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4630 (See Fiscal Note Details)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4631 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4632 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for Amendment LCO 4633 (No Fiscal Impact)
Fiscal Note for HB-5044, As Amended by House "A" (LCO 4191), House "B" (LCO 4424)
House LCO Amendment #4423 (D)
House Roll Call Vote 80 HOUSE AMD A
House Roll Call Vote 81 AS AMENDED
House Schedule A LCO# 4191 (D)
House Schedule B LCO# 4424 (D)
PH Joint Fav. Rpt
PH Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)
Senate LCO Amendment #4620 (R)
Senate LCO Amendment #4623 (R)
Senate LCO Amendment #4629 (R)
Senate LCO Amendment #4631 (R)
Senate LCO Amendment #4633 (R)
Senate Roll Call Vote 145
Senate Roll Call Vote 146
Senate Roll Call Vote 147
Senate Roll Call Vote 148
Senate Roll Call Vote 149
Senate Roll Call Vote 150
Senate Roll Call Vote 151
Senate Roll Call Vote 152
Senate Roll Call Vote 153
Senate Roll Call Vote 154
Senate Schedule A LCO# 4627 (R)
Senate Schedule B LCO# 4632 (R)
Senate Schedule C LCO# 4622 (R)
Senate Schedule D LCO# 4626 (R)
Senate Schedule E LCO# 4625 (R)
Senate Schedule F LCO# 4630 (R)
Senate Schedule G LCO# 4624 (R)
Senate Schedule H LCO# 4628 (R)
Senate Schedule I LCO# 4621 (R)
Summary for Public Act No. 26-3
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