Massachusetts announced its three-phase vaccine distribution plan Wednesday Prisoners and homeless shelters will be in phase one of receiving the vaccine, along with medical workers and first responders from December to February Phase two from February to April includes those at high risk of virus complications, teachers, and adults over the age of 65 Phase three from April to June will be open to the general public
So far nine states and Puerto Rico are prioritizing incarcerated populations for vaccinations following outbreaks across the country