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COVID-19 Vaccine Exemptions for Critical Federal Workers

This act aims to exempt federal employees and contractors identified as critical infrastructure workers from federal COVID-19 vaccination mandates. This means these individuals will not be required to receive the vaccine to maintain their employment or government contracts, and they will be protected from adverse actions for not being vaccinated.
Key points
Federal employees deemed critical infrastructure workers are exempt from COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
No adverse action (e.g., suspension, pay reduction) can be taken against these employees for not being vaccinated.
Federal contracts must include similar exemptions for critical workers and protect them from retaliation.
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Print number: 117_HR_5978
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2021-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Exemptions for Critical Workers Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5978.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal employees deemed critical infrastructure workers are exempt from COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
  • No adverse action (e.g., suspension, pay reduction) can be taken against these employees for not being vaccinated.
  • Federal contracts must include similar exemptions for critical workers and protect them from retaliation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6864)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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