Executive Order 14420: Delivering Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans

Executive Order 14420 establishes “Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations” that categorize childhood and adolescent immunizations according to universal recommendations, recommendations for certain high-risk populations, and shared clinical decision-making. The order directs Federal agencies to review and advance these recommendations while advising States and territories to consider them when evaluating immunization requirements.

The order also directs HHS to develop plans addressing vaccine timing, sequencing, single-vaccine options, alternative adjuvants, safety monitoring, transparency, and research. Additionally, it directs Federal agencies to take actions concerning parental choice, religious and medical exemptions, disability accommodations, and compliance with applicable constitutional and Federal statutory obligations.