N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 14, § 556.1 – Background and intent.

(a) COVID-19 is an unpredictable disease that can cause serious illnesses and death. In response to this increased public health threat, New York must take active steps to prevent and control transmission of COVID-19. The seriousness of the continuing threat and the failure to achieve acceptable vaccination rates through voluntary programs necessitate further action.