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Rep. Waxman Introduces Smallpox Vaccination and Compensation Act
Rep. Waxman today introduced legislation to provide compensation for health care workers and others injured by the smallpox vaccine. The legislation also includes provisions to assist state efforts against smallpox and to protect health care workers and their employers during the vaccination campaign.
Rep. Waxman's Statement | Legislation Summary
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