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New Jersey Senate Bill SR16

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR16

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

Impact

If passed, SR16 would not have direct legislative changes but would serve as a formal request by the New Jersey Senate to hold the DHHS accountable for its obligations under existing federal law. The resolution is particularly significant as it underscores concerns regarding the safety and efficacy of vaccines, especially given the historical economic protections provided to vaccine manufacturers under the NCVIA. Critics have argued that immunity from liability may lead to neglect in prioritizing vaccine safety, posing a potential risk to public health.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 16 (SR16) is a resolution from the State of New Jersey that urges the United States Congress to compel the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to fulfill its obligations under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 (NCVIA). The NCVIA established a national vaccine program with the primary goal of preventing infectious diseases through immunization while also addressing adverse reactions to vaccines. The resolution highlights the DHHS's responsibility to provide regular reports to Congress on actions taken to improve vaccine safety, a requirement that has reportedly not been adhered to since the inception of the act.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding SR16 is the broader debate over vaccine safety and public trust in immunization programs. Proponents of the resolution advocate for stringent monitoring and reporting requirements to ensure vaccine safety, aligning with public health interests. However, there may be resistance from parties who view this as an unnecessary intervention that could undermine the established mechanisms for vaccine distribution and administration. Overall, the resolution brings to light discussions regarding accountability in health administration and the ethical implications of vaccine safety.

Additional_notes

SR16 reflects a growing interest among lawmakers to examine and potentially reform aspects of vaccine regulation and safety reporting mechanisms. By urging Congress to act, the resolution may amplify calls for increased scrutiny and transparency regarding vaccine safety protocols at the federal level.

Latest SR16 Activity

Companion Bills

NJ AR12

Same As Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ SR22

Carry Over Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ AR127

Carry Over Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

Previously Filed As

NJ SR22

Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ AR12

Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ AR127

Urges Congress to compel Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill its obligations pursuant to the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ HCR76

Urging Congress to repeal the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986.

NJ HR233

Urges and requests the Louisiana Department of Health to promote awareness of compensation programs for COVID-19 vaccine injuries

NJ AR16

Urges Argentina to fulfill its Superfund obligations for Passaic River and elsewhere.

NJ HF2528

A bill for an act relating to the provision of covered vaccine information, relating to the federal vaccine adverse event reporting system and the national vaccine injury compensation program.

NJ HJR0098

A RESOLUTION to urge the United States Congress to require the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to add COVID-19 treatments and anthrax vaccinations as pre-qualifying for care under the PACT Act.

NJ SB5636

A bill to ensure progress toward the fulfillment by the Federal Government of its trust and treaty obligations to Native Americans and Tribal governments, and for other purposes.

NJ SCR54

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