White House announces 95% of federal workforce compliance with vaccine regulations
Over 90% of workers received it at least once, and the remaining 5% filed approved or pending exception applications.
More than 90% of those employees had received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, with the “vast majority” of those having received two.
“Ahead of the deadline for vaccination requirements, the Biden administration will achieve 95% Federal compliance, which means employees with at least their first dose of immunizations or those with a pending exception.” processed or approved or (requested for extension),” the official said. “More than 90% of those employees will get at least one shot, with the majority of those employees already fully vaccinated.”
A source familiar with the matter said the compliance figures had exceeded the authorities’ expectations.
With more compliance filings expected to arrive on Monday, federal departments and agencies will continue to process and review immunization-related information and documents during the week, the official said. days to come and the agencies will provide an “education and consultation process” for those who have not yet complied or who do not have a “pending or approved exception” or (request for extension). ” Additional enforcement steps can be taken from time to time if needed.
The Office of Management and Budget will release a chart summarizing agency data related to compliance Wednesday morning, the official said.
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