Do you have the NY Excelsior Pass yet? It's voluntary, for now!

New York is one of the first states to roll out a statewide vaccine passport. The Excelsior Pass stores negative COVID-19 test results and digital proof of vaccination. Government and private vendors can scan the QR code on the pass holder's phone or a printed paper receipt to retrieve their vaccination details.

Using this pass is voluntary at the moment. But a growing number of New York State public venues are requiring proof of vaccination or a negative diagnostic test to gain entry. The Excelsior Pass can expedite the entry process.

Some places currently accepting the pass include:

Barclays Center
Madison Square Garden
Yankee Stadium
Citi Field
Arts and entertainment venues

Sports events, concerts and broadway shows can eventually require the passport to gain entry.

Wedding receptions exceeding the social distancing guidelines in New York already require proof of a negative COVID-19 test for guests to enter. This pass can be used as well to obey the law.



I wonder if peaceful protesters will be required to show their pass before looting? Isn't it racist to require identification?


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