The Community Health Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 aims to enhance the authority of healthcare providers in the District of Columbia to order and administer immunizations. The bill amends the District of Columbia Health Occupations Revision Act of 1985 and the Consent for Vaccination of Minors Amendment Act of 2022. Key changes include the replacement of the phrase "in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions published guidelines and recommended immunization schedules" with "in accordance with the published guidelines and recommended immunization schedules of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or a competent medical or public health organization designated by the Director of the Department of Health" in both acts.
Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the recommendations for vaccinations for minors, ensuring that the guidelines from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) or other designated organizations are recognized. The amendments aim to streamline the vaccination process and ensure that healthcare providers can respond effectively to public health needs. The act is set to take effect following the Mayor's approval and will expire after 225 days.