MONTANA - Montana made an agreement with Alberta, Canada Friday giving free COVID-19 vaccines to Albertan truck drivers working in the state beginning Monday.
According to Gov. Gianforte s release, Montana will give first-dose COVID-19 to commercial truck drivers from Alberta who are administered to deliver goods into the United States.
âThe pandemic has had devastating consequences, including a severe impact on our economies,â Governor Gianforte said in the release. âBy working together and taking this critical action, we keep our trade channels open between Montana and Alberta.â
He continued, âI am grateful to Premier Kenney that we can band together to prevent the spread of COVID-19, protect truckers and their families from the virus, and ensure we maintain the exchange of goods our communities rely upon. Montana will continue working to maintain our strong bonds with the people of Alberta.â