Federal health officials have pared back the number of shots recommended for children. The states, led by Democrats, say the changes were not based on science.
The bill would outlaw school-based vaccine clinics during the school day. Health officials say those clinics already ended this year after the state withdrew funding.
SARS-CoV-2 triggers the production of the antiviral protein IFN-γ, which is associated with fatigue, muscle ache and depression.
Not all states who are members of the West Coast Health Alliance for vaccines have moved at the same pace to ensure access.
The Peoria City/County Health Department is offering free walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinics on four dates in February and March, with no cost to the clients and no residency requirement.