Employer Retaliation After employer requiring COVID vaccine exemption denied

Real talk: i'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

employer requiring COVID vaccine exemption denied. I've been dealing with this for about 14 weeks now and the situation isn't improving tbh.

I have worked at this company for 2 years. My position is exempt and I do have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.