Biden to move up deadline for adult eligibility for COVID vaccine to April 19

Washington — President Biden plans to announce Tuesday that the deadline for adult eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines is being moved up to April 19, according to a person familiar with his plans.

Mr. Biden had previously called for states and territories to make all adults eligible for shots by May 1. The announcement comes as vaccinations continue at a notable pace, even as COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise once again in several states.