MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 28, 2021 (LifeSiteNews) — Alabama’s Republican Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law Monday a ban on private and public entities alike forcing residents of the Yellowhammer State to choose between taking a COVID-19 vaccine or participating in society.
Effective immediately, government entities will be barred from issuing “vaccine passports,” and private businesses will be barred from requiring proof of vaccination as a condition of receiving goods or services, CNN reports. The law does not affect immunization requirements for public schools that existed prior to January 2021, so long as they allow for medical or conscience exemptions.
“I am supportive of a voluntary vaccine and by signing this bill into law, I am only further solidifying that conviction,” Ivey declared. “I made the choice to get the COVID-19 vaccine and glad for the peace of mind it brings. I encourage any Alabamian who has not gotten their shot to roll up their sleeves, and if you have questions, consult with your health care provider.”
As of May 27, more than 1.4 million Alabamans have received a full COVID-19 vaccination, which corresponds to approximately 29% of the state’s population. After an initial surge of vaccinations across the country, vaccination rates
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