Specifically, in regards to employers' COVID-19 vaccination mandates, the Department of Health is working alongside the Attorney General to oversee compliance with these laws.
If an employer does not accept an employee's properly completed exemption form, violations can be reported to the Attorney General. The Attorney General has the authority to impose fines for such violations:
Public employers, including educational or governmental institutions, are prohibited from imposing COVID-19 vaccination mandates. Violations for public employers can be reported to the Florida Department of Health through VaxPassFreeFL@FLHealth.gov.
"The mission of this special session was to ensure that the law reflects the values of liberty in our state,” said Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo. "Floridians are now protected in their jobs, at school and as parents to choose how to protect themselves from COVID-19. If you are aware of a violation, we encourage you to report it to the appropriate entity – either through Department of Health or the Office of the Attorney General.”
The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.