Florida Tried To Loosen Vaccine Mandates. Here’s What That Could Have Meant For Public Health

Florida’s push to weaken vaccine mandates was rejected by Republican lawmakers.

The proposal would have reduced school and daycare immunization requirements, likely lowering coverage further.

Public health experts warned this could raise the risk of larger outbreaks of measles and other preventable diseases.

The stakes extend beyond Florida, with higher risks for children, older adults, immunocompromised people, and nearby states.