Contact Congress about H.R. 8425: Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2026

This bill would help more children get vaccines and vaccine counseling. It would raise provider payments, add CHIP children to the free-vaccine program, and require more outreach and public reporting.

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Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2026 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Latest action on H.R. 8425: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects children in Medicaid, CHIP, and the Vaccines for Children program. It also affects doctors, clinics, states, territories, the CDC, Tribal Epidemiology Centers, and Congress, because each would have new payment, outreach, data, or reporting roles.

Why this matters: This bill matters because payment rules can affect whether doctors and clinics offer vaccine services to children in public programs. Higher payments may make it easier for providers to spend time giving vaccines and answering families’ questions. The outreach and reporting rules could also show where children are missing vaccines. The bill does not guarantee higher vaccination rates; the results would depend on how states, providers, and the CDC carry it out.

Key provisions in H.R. 8425

• Children in state CHIP plans would count as federally vaccine-eligible children. CHIP is the Children’s Health Insurance Program for kids in families with limited income.
• Medicaid would have to pay at least the full Medicare Part B rate for vaccine shots and counseling. This rule runs from the bill’s enactment through December 31, 2028.
• CHIP would have to pay at least the full Medicare Part B rate for vaccine shots and counseling. This applies to targeted low-income children during the same time period.
• Vaccines for Children providers could charge for vaccine counseling even when no shot is given. The Health and Human Services Secretary would set and update cost-based limits.
• Providers could charge separately for each part of a multi-part children’s vaccine. The bill sets caps tied to provider costs and Medicare payment rates.

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Questions people ask about H.R. 8425

What is H.R. 8425?

This bill would help more children get vaccines and vaccine counseling. It would raise provider payments, add CHIP children to the free-vaccine program, and require more outreach and public reporting.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 8425?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 8425?

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