Children's Health Defense Hawaii Gov. Josh Green’s ongoing emergency order allows pharmacists to give COVID-19 vaccines to children without a doctor’s prescription, defying CDC vaccine recommendations for shared decision-making. Councilmember Felicia Cowden called the approach “beyond the pale,” warning that renewed state bills could further strip parental rights across public, private and parochial schools.
Medical freedom and parental rights face a growing threat in Hawaii — with implications that extend far beyond the islands, Kauai County Councilmember Felicia Cowden told CHD.TV this week.
Cowden criticized Gov. Josh Green’s emergency proclamation that allows pharmacists to administer COVID-19 vaccines to anyone age 3 and older without a doctor’s prescription.
Green’s proclamation came in direct response to 2025 federal vaccine guidance that emphasized individual decision-making, parental involvement and informed consent, Cowden said.
“We’re not livestock and it’s not a one-size-fits-all situation,” Cowden said.
The proclamation is set to expire Jan. 17. Green already extended the order once, and critics expect another extension as the deadline approaches.
“I would be shocked if Green didn’t reauthorize this ridiculous order,” said Michael Kane, director of advocacy for Children’s Health Defense (CHD).
The governor’s office did not return a request for comment on a possible extension.
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