The State of California is implementing new rules for state employees.

The state will now require all state workers and workers in health care and high-risk congregate settings to either show proof of full vaccination or be tested at least once a week. Unvaccinated workers will also be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) as well. The high-risk congregate settings includes adult and senior residential living facilities , homeless shelters and jails. The new policy for state workers will take effect August 2, 2021 and for health care workers and congregate facilities on August 9. Health care facilities will have until August 23 to come into full compliance.