BERLIN (Reuters), – According to a Sunday copy of draft legislation, the incoming German government intends to require COVID-19 vaccinations for those working in hospitals, nursing home, and other medical offices.

Germany was reluctant to make vaccines mandatory out of fear that it would lead to a shortage in nursing and medical staff. However, support for this idea has grown as Germany faces an epidemic of infections during the fourth round of the pandemic.

Social Democrats and Greens will form the new German government. The Social Democrats, Greens or Free Democrats will then present the legislation in parliament over the course of the week.

Reuters saw a draft that stated staff who work in such areas should prove their immunity to COVID-19, or show a certificate proving they can’t be vaccinated before March 15.

The draft legislation allows dentists, vets, and pharmacists to administer shots temporarily to help the nation reach its goal of vaccinating or offering boosters to more than 30 million citizens before Christmas.

Proposed legislation covers February 15th, with temporary measures that allow Germany’s federal States to impose more extreme lockdowns if necessary.