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EDMUND G. BROWN JR.
Governor

State of Californiaā€”Health and Human Services Agency
California Department of Public Health


July 13, 2022


TO:
To All Californians

SUBJECT:
Pfizer Vaccine Minor Consent Guidance

ā€‹ā€‹ā€‹This guidance is no longer in effect and is for historical purposes only. Click here to view COVID-19 Vaccine Minor Consent Guidance. 



ā€‹Background

Administration of COVID-19 vaccines to as many Californians as possible is critical to control the pandemic. Based on evidence of safety and efficacy, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now reduced the minimum age for its Emergency Use Authorization of COVID-19 vaccines to 6 months.

Research has continued to show that vaccines prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19. All children 6 months to 17 years should complete their primary series. Children aged 5 and older are eligible for and recommended to get a first booster dose. More information on the risks and benefits of the authorized vaccine products from Moderna and Pfizer vaccines can be found on the FDA website


Options for Consent

Persons younger than 18 years must have parental or guardian consent given by a legally authorized representative (parent or guardian). An emancipated minor may consent for him/herself.

Allowable consent includes:

Download the Sample Consent Form:



Originally Published May 13, 2021