Western States Launch Independent COVID-19 Vaccine Review Pact

The US states of Washington, Oregon, and Nevada announced they have joined California’s COVID-19 Scientific Safety Review Workgroup, which will independently review the safety and efficacy of any vaccine approved by the U.S. FDA for distribution. The Governors of these states said they will identify public health experts to join California’s workgroup to guide the review of any vaccine that receives federal approval and verify its safety before California, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada will make COVID-19 vaccines available to the public.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee stated: “The Western States Pact will continue working together to ensure the best health outcomes for everyone in our states.”