• The bill seeks to amend the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, which currently shields manufacturers from most vaccine injury lawsuits. This act was originally enacted to ensure a stable vaccine supply by limiting manufacturers' liability.

• The proposed legislation would allow individuals to bypass the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and file civil suits directly against manufacturers in state or federal court. This change would eliminate the current requirement for claimants to exhaust administrative remedies before seeking judicial relief.

• Supporters argue that the bill will increase accountability by allowing injured individuals to seek legal justice and compensation. Opponents, including industry analysts, warn that it could lead to increased litigation costs, potential disruptions in vaccine production and reduced public health outcomes.

• The bill's introduction comes amid scrutiny of public confidence in vaccines, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic.

A new bill introduced in Congress aims to remove liability protections for vaccine manufacturers, potentially opening them up to a flood of lawsuits over alleged injuries. H.R. 4668, known as the End the Vaccine Carveout Act, was introduced on July 23 by Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ).