Vaccine Requirements Spread in U.S., Sowing Concern on Overreach

April 10, 2021

Republican politicians and privacy advocates are bristling over so-called vaccination passports, with some states moving to restrict their use. Photographer: David Paul Morris/BloombergWhile there may be an uptick in companies asking whether they can require vaccinations, few are ready to make that commitment. But it is clear that vaccination rules will become a continuing concern for anyone who works in a U.S. business or patronizes one. And yet, New York state has unveiled its “Excelsior Pass” smartphone app to quickly prove vaccination or a clean test. “Official entrants will receive more information in the coming months on testing timelines and requirements,” the Boston Athletic Association warned.