Governor Baker’s Mask Mandate Goes Into Effect In Massachusetts On Wednesday (INFO)
Governor Baker’s order “requiring face masks or cloth face coverings in public places where social distancing is not possible” goes into effect on Wednesday. Here are the details.
According to mass.gov, “Effective Wednesday, May 6, 2020, Governor Baker issued an Order requiring face masks or cloth face coverings in public places where social distancing is not possible. This applies to both indoor and outdoor spaces. Exceptions include children under the age of 2 and those unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition.”
You can read the full order here which details more specifics including, “All persons are required to wear masks or cloth face coverings at all times when inside grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retail stores. All persons are also required to wear masks or cloth face coverings when providing or using the services of any taxi, car, livery, ride-sharing, or similar service or any means of public transit, or while within an enclosed or semi-enclosed transit stop or waiting area.”
Also, “Violation of the terms of this Order or Department of Public Health Guidance may result in a civil fine of up to $300 per violation.”
If you need additional information, visit the mass.gov “Wear a Mask in Public” section of their website here.
REMINDER: Effective Wednesday, residents are required to wear face masks or cloth face coverings in public places where social distancing is not possible.
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) May 4, 2020
Learn more about the order and @MassDPH guidance on how to safely cover your face:
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