Each State's , New Mask Mandate Rules , Amid Omicron Spread.
While there are heightened concerns over the Omicron variant, 'Newsweek' breaks down which
states have new mask mandates. .
California: Masks are
required on public transport,
at health-care facilities and
for any unvaccinated individuals. .
Connecticut: Regardless of vaccination status, all people must wear masks on public transit, in school buildings, at health-care facilities and group residential settings. .
All unvaccinated people
are required to wear masks
in any indoor setting. .
Hawaii: Anyone over the age of five
must wear a mask in public settings. .
According to the state's mask order, businesses are urged to , "refuse admission or service to any
individual who fails to wear a face covering.".
Illinois: All people over the age of two are
required to wear a mask in indoor public places. .
Nevada: Masks are required for everyone,
regardless of vaccination status, in any Nevada county , "experiencing substantial or high transmission levels.".
New Mexico: Everyone over the age of two is required to wear a mask in public indoor settings. .
New York: Masks are required in all indoor public settings for anyone over the age of two, unless the venue has a vaccination requirement for entry. .
Oregon: Masks are required
for any public or private, "indoor space where people
may gather for any purpose.".
Washington: Ages five and older are required
to wear masks in public indoor settings
and outdoor events with over 500 people.