Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker delays COVID vaccine deadline for some state workers

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker delays COVID vaccine deadline for some state workers

Oct 17, 2021 by FOX News

Key Facts

  • Pritzker has pushed back a deadline for state employees of veterans' homes, prisons and other congregate facilities to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as his office negotiates with labor unions representing some workers.
  • Pritzker, who in August set an Oct. 4 deadline for state workers covered by his requirement to get the vaccine, on Friday said employees have until Nov. 30 to be fully vaccinated, the Chicago Tribune reported.
  • She said the delay will allow unions to communicate with members and give workers time to get their vaccines, adding, "We are working diligently to reach agreement with the remaining two unions."
  • Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, who has imposed a vaccine mandate for city workers, went to court to stop the head of the police union from encouraging members to disobey the requirement to report vaccination status.

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