Defensive end Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders high-five fans as he runs off the field following the team's 20-7 victory over the Seattle Seahawks during a preseason game at Allegiant Stadium on August 14, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by …
LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Raiders will require all fans attending home games to show proof of vaccination for COVID-19.
The team said Monday that the policy will take effect for the first regular-season home game on Sept. 13 against Baltimore.
The Raiders implemented the change in accord with new directives from Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak regarding large events. Vaccinated fans will not need to wear masks at the games.
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"Health and safety has always been our number one priority," Raiders owner Mark Davis said. "After consultation with Governor Sisolak and other community leaders, this policy ensures that we will be able to operate at full capacity without masks for fully vaccinated fans for the entire season."
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The Raiders played their first season in Las Vegas in 2020 without fans but will be at full capacity this season.
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The Raiders will offer the opportunity for fans to receive vaccinations on-site at Allegiant Stadium prior to home games. Fans who do get vaccines at the stadium will be required to wear masks until two weeks after their second shot.
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