Fulton County to require all employees to be vaccinated or submit weekly COVID-19 tests

FUTON COUNTY, Ga. — Fulton County will require employees to get tested weekly or vaccinated against COVID-19 starting next week.

The county approved a new “Vax or Test” policy on Sept. 1. Starting Sept. 6, employees who have not submitted proof of vaccination must submit a negative COVID-19 test every week.

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“The highest priority of this government is the health and wellbeing of our workforce and our residents,” says Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts. “COVID-19 is a serious matter, and this policy institutes serious consequences for those who are unvaccinated or are unwilling to be tested each week.”

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The policy is mandatory unless the employee is granted a reasonable accommodation.

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After Oct. 3, non-vaccinated employees that fail to provide a weekly test will be subject to suspension and potential dismissal.

Masks are required for all employees and members of the public in indoor settings, regardless of whether or not they have been vaccinated.

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