D.C. would limit when vaccine providers must pay for harm

Providers would be protected from some claims seeking money for prescribing, supplying, or giving vaccines and other products that provide immunity, including lingering effects. Coverage would include licensed, certified, or registered professionals authorized to provide vaccines in D.C. and organizations that employ or contract with them. Care must be authorized by D.C. law, follow official CDC or D.C. health department guidance, or follow recommendations from medical or public health groups designated by D.C.'s health director. Gross negligence (extreme carelessness) and willful misconduct (intentional wrongdoing) would be excluded. Protection would take effect after the mayor's approval or a Council veto override and a 30-day congressional review period.