俄勒冈州的立法者批评联邦政府对COVID-19疫苗接种权限变化的反应缓慢,并敦促采取更快的行动.
Oregon lawmakers criticize slow response to federal COVID-19 vaccine access changes, urging faster action.
特别是在9月成立西海岸卫生联盟之后, 俄勒冈州立法者正在仔细审查该州对最近联邦改革的反应, 这些改革限制人们获得最新的COVID-19疫苗,
Oregon lawmakers are scrutinizing the state's response to recent federal changes that restricted access to the updated COVID-19 vaccine, particularly after the West Coast Health Alliance formed in September.
尽管华盛顿州发布长期令,允许所有6个月及以上年龄的人接种疫苗,但俄勒冈州推迟指导导致混乱和药剂师带头拒绝接种。
Despite Washington state issuing a standing order allowing vaccine access for all ages six months and older, Oregon’s delayed guidance led to confusion and pharmacist-led refusals.
包括Sen. Lisa Reynolds在内的立法者说,这一进程缓慢而繁琐,要求采取更快、更加协调的行动。
Lawmakers, including Sen. Lisa Reynolds, say the process was slow and cumbersome, calling for faster, more coordinated action.
虽然州长办公室及时维护州政府的回应, 但官员承认需要更好的法律工具, 并计划于2026年或2027年进行立法改革。
While the governor’s office defended the state’s response as timely, officials acknowledge the need for better legal tools, with potential legislative reforms planned for 2026 or 2027.