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NewsWUSF — Tampa Bay NPR (Local & State)September 10, 2026Hillsborough County

Florida chapter of American College of Physicians requests hearing on proposed school vaccine opt-out rule

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The Florida Chapter of the American College of Physicians requested a rule hearing from the Department of Health regarding a proposal that would make it easier for parents to opt out of school-aged children's vaccinations.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this Department of Health proposal could change the requirements and opt-out process for school-aged children's vaccinations in Florida.

Key Facts

  • The Florida Chapter of the American College of Physicians sent notice to the Department of Health.
  • The notice requests a rule hearing on a proposed rule.
  • The proposed rule aims to make it easier for parents to opt out of vaccinating their school-aged children.

Who's Mentioned

otherByron DonaldsotherChristopher NulandOrganizationDepartment of Health“Received notice requesting a rule hearing on a proposed vaccine rule.”otherStates NewsroomotherWayne J. RileyOrganizationFlorida Chapter of the American College of Physicians“Requested a rule hearing from the Department of Health.”otherDepartment of HealthotherMichael MolineotherFlorida PhoenixotherFlorida Chapter of the American College of PhysiciansotherDeSantis