Los Angeles City Council Ends COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate for City Workers

Published on June 12, 2024

The Los Angeles City Council ended the city’s policy requiring municipal employees to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus on Tuesday, in a 13-0 vote. The ruling allows city workers to reapply for their jobs if they were fired or quit due to the vaccination requirement. Two council members were absent during the vote. During the public comment section of the council meeting, attorney Jennifer Kennedy said it was time to end the city’s “cruel mandate” that had resulted in the termination of many city workers. “You stripped careers and commands from your LAPD officers and your LAFD firefighters,” said Ms. Kennedy, who said she represents hundreds of city workers. “You stole the livelihood of these dedicated public servants and you put your citizens in danger.”...

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