I believe the crux of the issue and the reason for the push to approval is contained in this section: > Finally, it may affect the potential for vaccine mandat

I believe the crux of the issue and the reason for the push to approval is contained in this section: > Finally, it may affect the potential for vaccine mandates: “It is unlikely these vaccines will be mandated while an EUA is in place. Remember that currently these vaccines are still considered experimental.” While still under EUA, an increasing number of educational and other institutions have already mandated vaccines, but debates over the legality of these actions has hinged on the distinction between authorisation and approval.