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As deadlines loom for military and defense civilians to get mandated COVID-19 vaccines, senior leaders are wrestling with the fate of tens of thousands who flatly refuse the shots or are seeking exemptions, and how to make sure they are treated fairly and equally. It could be a career-ending decision, or could trigger transfers, travel restrictions and requirements to repay bonuses.
The vast majority of the active duty force has received at least one shot, but tens of thousands have not.
WASHINGTON -- As deadlines loom for military and defense civilians to get mandated covid-19 vaccinations, senior leaders must now wrestle with the fate of those who flatly refuse the shots or are seeking exemptions, and how to make sure they are treated fairly and equally.
Military officials are considering penalties for military and defense civilians who decide not to follow the mandate to get vaccinated against COVID.
The vast majority of the active duty force has received at least one shot, but tens of thousands have not.