Nationwide Injunction Against Federal Contractor COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Overturned - Jackson Lewis
A federal appeals court has overturned the nationwide injunction against the federal contractor COVID-19 vaccine mandate, reinstating the requirement for covered contractors to comply with the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force Guidance.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Federal contractors and subcontractors with covered contracts, including those with FAR/DFARS clauses, GSA schedule holders, and small businesses with set-aside contracts. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately; contractors should have already been in compliance before the injunction, but now must ensure ongoing compliance without delay.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The nationwide injunction that previously blocked enforcement of the federal contractor vaccine mandate has been overturned, meaning the mandate is now in effect again.
Who it affects
Federal contractors and subcontractors with covered contracts, including those with FAR/DFARS clauses, GSA schedule holders, and small businesses with set-aside contracts.
What you must do
Ensure all covered employees are fully vaccinated or have approved exemptions, and update compliance documentation to reflect adherence to the Task Force Guidance.
Deadline
Immediately; contractors should have already been in compliance before the injunction, but now must ensure ongoing compliance without delay.
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