LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 23-5096    Version: 2
Type: Agenda Item Status: Passed
File created: 2/19/2024 In control: Health Department
On agenda: 1/16/2024 Final action: 1/16/2024
Title: Vote to approve $68,324.00 funds for COVID-19 vaccination support through the Bridge Access Program.

Title

Vote to approve $68,324.00 funds for COVID-19 vaccination support through the Bridge Access Program.

 

Abstract

Vote to approve $68,324.00 funds for COVID-19 vaccination support through the Bridge Access Program.

 

Introduction & Background: On April 18, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the HHS Bridge Access Program for COVID-19 Vaccines and Treatments. This program provides funding to help maintain access to COVID-19 vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults through existing public health infrastructure, HRSA-supported health centers (i.e., Health Centers), and participating pharmacies.

                     

Discussion & Analysis: These funds will provide support for staffing and supplies related to COVID-19 vaccinations.

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: N/A

                     

Budgetary Impact: No Local Funding Requested.

                     

Recommendation: Motion to approve $68,324.00 funds for COVID-19 vaccination support through the Bridge Access Program.