Los Angeles City Council Repeals COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

Los Angeles City Council repealed the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for municipal employees by a 13-0 vote on Tuesday, allowing affected employees to reapply for their positions.

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By a vote of 13-0 on Tuesday, the Los Angeles City Council repealed the city's ordinance mandating that municipal employees receive the COVID-19 vaccination.

The decision permits city employees who were let go or reapply for their employment because of the vaccine requirement. During the voting, two council members were not present.

Attorney Jennifer Kennedy stated that it was time to eliminate the city's "cruel mandate" that had led to the termination of numerous city employees during the council meeting's public remark period.

“You stripped careers and commands from your LAPD officers and your LAFD firefighters,” said Ms. Kennedy, who said she represents hundreds of city workers.

“You stole the livelihood of these dedicated public servan...

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