Gov. John Bel Edwards unveiled new incentives Thursday as part of a month-long push to amp up the state’s lagging vaccination campaign, which last week administered the fewest number of first doses since the roll-out began.
He said beyond the protection it offers against COVID-19, vaccinations in Louisiana now come with several new perks: free admission to state parks and historic sites and a complimentary drink at certain restaurants and bars.
Anyone who has been vaccinated against COVID-19 will get free admission until July 31 to Louisiana’s three dozen state parks and historical sites. Proof of a COVID-19 vaccination can be provided with either a vaccination card or through documentation available for free on the LA Wallet app.
The free drink incentive is only available to those vaccinated within the last seven days. A full list of participating bars and restaurants will be out soon.
