On October 15, local time, governors of 15 U.S. states and territories announced the creation of a multi-party "public health alliance" to strengthen emergency coordination, vaccination policy and health security cooperation.
Massachusetts Governor Healey said states will work together to ensure residents receive necessary medical services. Governors have warned that the Trump administration's budget cuts are threatening the public health system.
The “Public Health Alliance” consists mainly of states and territories controlled by the Democratic Party, including California, New York, Illinois, Washington, and Guam.