ACIP Meeting Postponed Amid New HHS Leadership

The first meeting of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) under the leadership of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been postponed, raising concerns about the future direction of U.S. vaccine policy. The ACIP, which plays a crucial role in advising on vaccine recommendations, was originally scheduled for February 26-28 but was delayed to allow for public comment, although the required portal for comments was not activated. This delay is compounded by a recent executive order from President Trump calling for a review of federal advisory committees, potentially impacting ACIP's status. The committee's recommendations, once approved by the CDC director, determine vaccine insurance coverage and influence national vaccine schedules. The uncertainty surrounding ACIP's operations now adds to wider concerns about the Trump administration's approach to public health and vaccine policy.