Vax still required for school children; opt outs expanded under Senate bill

By: Christine Sexton

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: January 27, 2026

Words: 1,122

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Young children would still be required to get vaccinated before entering a Florida school or day care, but it would be easier for parents and guardians to opt out of those vaccinations under a bill passed by the Senate Health Policy Committee Monday afternoon.

In addition to addressing school vaccine requirements, SB 1756 would allow Florida pharmacists to provide ivermectin to adults without a prescription as a behind-the counter medication until the U.S. Food …

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