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California Attorney General to Sue Over Vaccine Changes

2/18/2026

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California plans to sue over federal changes to childhood vaccine recommendations instituted by the Trump administration.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta says he is open to collaborating with the administration to address vaccine-maker immunities.
The new immunization schedule removes universal recommendations and has drawn criticism from medical organizations.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is involved in a potential multistate filing as Bonta’s team reviews the case.

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California plans to sue over federal changes to childhood vaccine recommendations instituted by the Trump administration.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta says he is open to collaborating with the administration to address vaccine-maker immunities.
The new immunization schedule removes universal recommendations and has drawn criticism from medical organizations.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is involved in a potential multistate filing as Bonta’s team reviews the case.