CHICAGO (AP) — Cook County is following Chicago in implementing a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for customers of restaurants, bars, gyms, and various other indoor establishments.
Under the order issued Thursday by the county’s health department, businesses must require any individual age 5 and older to show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with an approved vaccine before they can enter the business.
The mandate also includes movie theaters, concert venues, arcades, sports arenas, and anywhere else where food and drink are served.
Cook County’s vaccine mandate will begin on January 3rd, the same day a similar requirement for Chicago that was announced Tuesday is set to begin.
