MD Gas Station Gives Vaccine Bonus To Workers Who Get The Shot

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Royal Farms will give a $50 bonus to employees who get the coronavirus vaccine, the gas station chain announced last Wednesday. The incentive lasts through the end of the year.

"Royal Farms believes it is important that all its essential workers are vaccinated," company President John Kemp said in a press release. "Getting the COVID-19 vaccine gives an added layer of protection against COVID-19 and could also protect coworkers and their own families."

The bonus will come after workers complete their full immunization schedule. The staffers will also get a sticker showing that they're vaccinated, if they so choose.

Royal Farms said it is following all the coronavirus protocols from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These measures include:

• Daily temperature checks
• Protective barriers
• Physical distancing
• Wearing masks and gloves
• Disinfection of high-touch surfaces

"The health and safety of all employees continues to be Royal Farms’ priority," Director of Human Resources Brian Roche said in the release.

To see when you'll be eligible for the vaccine, head to this website or read Maryland's plan. Use the state's search engine to find the location and registration form for your closest vaccination clinics.

Check Maryland's immunization progress on its numbers dashboard. Follow the state's infection trends on its data tracker. For more information about the coronavirus vaccine, click here.

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