(KNSI) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says the state is prepared to vaccinate children 12-to-15-years old against the coronavirus.
This comes after the FDA granted emergency use authorization for the Pfizer shot in that age range.
“This is an extraordinary development on our path back to normalcy — we now have nearly 300,000 more Minnesotans eligible to roll up their sleeves and get life-saving protection from this deadly disease,” said Governor Walz. “We have been planning and preparing for this moment and are ready to begin vaccinating teens 12 and older. Start making your plan, Minnesota — let’s get our kids their shot as soon as possible so they are fully vaccinated and protected in time for a fun, safe summer.”
Now, the CDC is expected to issue final federal approval this week.
The governor says Minnesota has built up a steady supply, so those kids can get vaccinated where shots are available with the permission of a parent or guardian.
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