COLUMBUS (AP) — Governor Mike DeWine says the state plans to unveil a new coronavirus vaccination incentive program.
The governor said the announcement will come within the next week with a goal of increasing vaccinations.
DeWine said Tuesday he’s worried about the continued spread of the so-called delta variant.
The number of new cases per day have doubled over the past three weeks, driven by the fast-spreading variant, lagging vaccination rates and the Fourth of July holiday weekend, with many Americans traveling away from home, increasing the likelihood of the virus spreading as a result.
DeWine says he’s also worried about parts of the state with continued low vaccination rates.
The governor says anyone not vaccinated is “very vulnerable” because of the delta variant.
The Republican governor didn’t provide details about the new program but hinted it could involve smaller amounts of money to increase the odds of more people winning.