If your vaccine religious exemption is denied, you must decide whether to accept or appeal their decision. The first step is to gather information on why your request was denied, preferably in writing. If it was denied due to a lack of information or there are specific grounds listed that you believe you could overcome […]
Vaccine Exemptions
Do I have to belong to a religious denomination to qualify for a religious exemption to the COVID vaccine?
No, you do not need to belong to a particular religious denomination to request and qualify for a vaccine exemption to the COVID vaccine. Under Title Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, “religion” is very broadly defined and encompasses not only organized religions, but also informal beliefs. “Religion” under the law can also encompass […]
Do I have to have a pastor or clergyman sign my religious exemption request?
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 does not require a clergyman or pastor to sign a religious exemption request for it to be valid, nor is there any such requirement under federal law. The First Amendment of the United States and Religious Freedom Restoration Act also do not attach the requirement that […]