Senate Bill 1584 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 68-11-266, to update the immunization requirements for hospitals regarding inpatients aged fifty (50) years or older. The bill mandates that hospitals must offer these patients immunization against influenza annually between October 1 and March 1, as well as immunization against pneumococcal disease, prior to their discharge. This change aligns with the latest recommendations from the advisory committee on immunization practices of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The bill deletes the existing section and replaces it with the new requirements, emphasizing the importance of these vaccinations for older patients to enhance public health. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring that hospitals are prepared to implement these changes by that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-11-266