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President Biden recently signed executive orders that will require federal workers and contractors to get vaccinated against COVID-19. These new rules come after the Pfizer vaccine was fully approved by the FDA, allowing the government to fight the pandemic more aggressively, as the Delta variant surges and hospitalizations are on the rise again.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was directed to draft a new emergency rule requiring all businesses with 100 or more employees to ensure all workers are fully vaccinated or tested weekly for COVID-19.
This new rule could affect as many as 80 million Americans, including executive branch employees, members of the armed services, and most health care workers. It’s reported that large employers will be required to provide paid time off to get vaccinated and recover from any vaccination-related side effects. Failure to comply may result in fines for companies up to $14,000 per employee.
Large employers and federal contractors affected by these new rules should begin preparing to comply. Small employers (under 100 employees) who are interested in their own vaccine mandate should consult with legal counsel before moving forward.
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