Client Alert: Vaccine Passports Banned in Florida (Updated)
Update (10.13.2021): The Florida Department of Health is actively investigating businesses for violation of the vaccine passport ban. Click here for more.
Update (8.11.2021): Under the new anti-vaccine passport statute, DOH is empowered to levy $5,000 fines per violation. Also, section 3 of the governor's executive order also appears to contemplate the revocation or non-renewal of state licenses and permits. Please review the following resources prior to making a decision on your business’ vaccination policy.
Section 381.00316, Florida Statutes: http://flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2021/2006/?Tab=BillText
Executive Order 21-81: http://flgov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/EO-21-81.pdf
Original (4.11.21): Governor Ron DeSantis announced today that he is banning the use of COVID-19 passports by government agencies and businesses in the Sunshine State. Business operators should note that the order contemplates that government agencies will or could require compliance with the order in order to obtain or maintain a license, permit, or any other state authorization needed to conduct business. Stay safe.