Republic Act No. 11525: COVID-19 Vaccination Program Act of 2021

The COVID-19 Vaccination Program Act of 2021, officially known as Republic Act No. 11525, was enacted in the Philippines to expedite the procurement and administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Key provisions of the act include:

• Procurement and Distribution: Authorizes the Department of Health (DOH) and the National Task Force Against COVID-19 (NTF) to procure vaccines and ancillary supplies through negotiated procurement under emergency cases.
• Funding: Allocates funds for the purchase, storage, transport, and administration of vaccines.
• Indemnity Fund: Establishes a COVID-19 National Vaccine Indemnity Fund to compensate individuals who experience serious adverse effects from the vaccine.
• Local Government Units (LGUs): Allows LGUs to procure vaccines in coordination with the DOH and NTF to ensure uniform pricing and prevent competition.

This act aims to ensure the efficient and equitable distribution of vaccines across the country, ultimately helping to control the spread of COVID-19 and protect public health.