Illinoisans with underlying health conditions will be authorized to receive a COVID-19 vaccine beginning Feb. 25, according to a Pritzker Administration announcement this week, which State Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) says comes after several weeks of Senate Republicans calling on the Governor to prioritize those most vulnerable to COVID-19.
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Illinoisans with underlying health conditions will be authorized to receive a COVID-19 vaccine beginning Feb. 25, according to a Pritzker Administration announcement this week, which State Sen. Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) says comes after several weeks of Senate Republicans calling on the Governor to prioritize those most vulnerable to COVID-19.
In other action, subject-matter hearings took place remotely for the Senate’s Labor, Commerce, and Health committees. Topics of discussion included unemployment insurance, Business Interruption Grants, and the COVID-19 vaccination rollout.
Also during the week, Senate Republicans continue to voice their concerns regarding the pending State Board of Education rule that is expected to come before the Joint Commission on Administrative Rules on Feb. 16.
Phase 1B expanded to include those with underlying conditions
The Governor announced Feb. 10 the expansion of Phase 1B vaccine eligibility to include those with underlying health conditions.
For weeks, Senate Republicans critical of Illinois’ vaccination rollout have been urging the Governor to prioritize these individuals, saying those most at risk of dying from the virus should be first in line.
Beginning Feb. 25, those with comorbidities, underlying conditions, and disabilities will be able to receive the vaccine. Prior to this announcement, Phase 1B included those ages 65 and older, essential workers, prisoners, and legislators.
The list of qualifying underlying conditions includes:
Cancer
Chronic Kidney Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)