The Vaccine Pass Arrives In The U.S.
New York City Mayor Bil DeBlasio announced this morning the “Key to NYC” pass – making it the first city in the United States to adopt a proof of vaccine requirement for indoor venues like restaurants, gyms, and performances. Customers and employees alike are affected – the initiative goes into effect on 16 August but becomes an enforceable mandate on September 13th.
Venues will be required to ask indoor patrons to show some proof of vaccination – a vaccination card (CDC), New York State’s Excelsior Pass, etc. It was unclear from the press announcements whether exemptions would be available for those unable to take a Covid vaccine or for those already exposed to the Covid virus.
Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announces New York City will require proof of vaccination for indoor activities, including at restaurants, gyms and performances:
“The ‘Key to NYC’ pass will be a first-in-the-nation approach.” pic.twitter.com/DgmLrghJTc
— The Recount (@therecount) August 3, 2021
A vaccine passport requirement has been implemented in parts of Europe. In a number of countries where the vaccine has been required for entry to markets, stores, etc., there have also been large protests and strikes against mandatory vaccination.
Will Americans accept a vaccine passport? Many states and jurisdictions have already passed legislation making mask requirements and vaccine requirements unlawful.
“New York City will create a health pass called the ‘Key to NYC Pass’ to provide proof of vaccination required for workers and customers at indoor dining, gyms, entertainment and performances.” https://t.co/00nsFtDUZl
— David Gura (@davidgura) August 3, 2021
As part of the initiative, the city is creating the “Key to NYC Pass” to provide proof of vaccination to workers and patrons at #fitnesscenters, #restaurants and #entertainment venues, the mayor said. https://t.co/uNzoDP9rbk
— Paula-Ray Mandl (@PaulaRayMandl) August 3, 2021
And also, will the vaccination cards we currently have count? Mine has handwriting from two different nurses, and it doesn’t look particularly official. Are they going to charge us for official, printed vaccinations cards with pictures and barcodes? So many questions.
— E to the (@EtotheVtothe) August 3, 2021
