Chicago Diners Won't Need To Show Vaccination Proof

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Chicago will not be following in the footsteps of New York City where diners must show proof of vaccination before eating and drinking indoors at restaurants.

Chicago Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady did say they could develop the implement later on.

"At this point, we're interested in this. We'll be watching to see how this plays out, but we don't have a current plan to do something like that at the city level."

The reason was revealed to be because Chicagoans are more resistant that New Yorkers to the idea of a vaccination passport.

This policy will go into effect on August 16th, in New York. Residents can show proof with a paper card or register with an upcoming app.

Governor J.B. Pritzker doesn't support a statewide passport, but is definitely open to finding an "electronic solution." 

Arwady is pleased bars and restaurants are independently implementing required masks and vaccination status. 

"The Delta variant is here. We've been watching it rise over the last few weeks. I expect that to continue."

During a festival recently, there was proof of roughly 90% vaccinated that attended, but there were reportedly fake vaccination cards at the festival as well.