New York City orders a 'first-in-the-nation' vaccine mandate for private companies
Posted on AllSides December 6th, 2021
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New York City will implement new measures meant to head off the worsening coronavirus surge, including what its mayor says will be a "first-in-the-nation" vaccine mandate for all private-sector workers to take effect Dec. 27.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the new requirements Monday on MSNBC's Morning Joe.
The agressive new measures also require proof of vaccination with at least one dose for children ages 5-11 for entering in indoor dining, fitness and entertainment venues. Proof of vaccination is already required for people 12 and older to enter those places in New York City....
