Errors cloud New York State's expanded vaccination rollout on day 1 Under the state's expanded vaccination plan, 4 million additional New Yorkers are eligible to get the vaccine. However, errors led to a lot confusion on Monday. Author: Jeff Preval Updated: 9:54 AM EST January 12, 2021 NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — On day one of New York State’s rollout, expanding the number of people who can get vaccinated, many jumped at the opportunity and yes, there were some issues in how things went. Prior to Monday, primarily healthcare workers and nursing homes were eligible to get the vaccine – beginning Monday add on first responders, teachers, transit workers and those who are 75 years old and older.