HB279 mandates immunizations for school children, athletes, and University of Alaska students, and requires vaccine information be provided to.

HB279 requires school districts to mandate immunizations for children if deemed necessary by the health commissioner. The University of Alaska and associations promoting interscholastic activities may require immunizations for participation, but only with FDA-approved vaccines. Health care providers must give parents vaccine information before administering vaccines to minors. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

HB279 mandates immunizations for school children, athletes, and University of Alaska students, and requires vaccine information be provided to.

HB279 requires school districts to mandate immunizations for children if deemed necessary by the health commissioner. The University of Alaska and associations promoting interscholastic activities may require immunizations for participation, but only with FDA-approved vaccines. Health care providers must give parents vaccine information before administering vaccines to minors. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.