Florida Requires Employers to Enforce Vaccine Mandates

1. Private employers in Florida cannot require COVID-19 vaccinations for employees without allowing medical or religious exemptions.
2. Employees who are not provided with exemptions and are terminated can file a claim with a state agency.
3. State agencies may impose fines on employers for not providing exemptions, depending on the size of the employer.
4. Government entities in Florida cannot require COVID-19 vaccinations and may face fines for doing so.
5. Federal vaccine mandates may still override Florida’s new laws, subject to court challenges.
6. Williams Parker has established a task force to provide legal advice on COVID-19 related issues.

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