The order removes the choice to opt out via weekly testing. Unvaccinated healthcare workers will have until Jan. 27 to get their first dose and until Feb. 28 for their second. Those eligible for the booster will have until Feb. 28. Vaccine exemptions are only available for medical reasons or “deeply held” religious beliefs, Mr. Murphy said.
In August, Mr. Murphy issued a COVID-19 vaccination mandate, but allowed those who remained unvaccinated to receive testing at least weekly.
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