The recent, rapid spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) Delta variant has caused many employers to reconsider adopting mandatory vaccine policies.
On May 20, 2021, the United States government enacted the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, which created a "designated coordinator at the Department of Justice (DOJ).
On Wednesday morning, August 11, 2021, the City of Philadelphia announced that, effective Thursday, August 12, it is reinstituting a mask mandate for all indoor businesses.
As employers continue to adapt in the wake of evolving federal, state, and local guidance, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued updated guidance regarding workplace vaccination policies.