Mask Order to Begin July 23, 2020 for All of Ohio
New guidelines mean students in third grade and above along with staff will likely see face masks in the 2020-2021 school year.
Mask Order to Begin July 23, 2020 for All of Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Governor Mike DeWine announced today that there will be a mandatory mask order beginning July 23, 2020 at 6 p.m. This order is for citizens in all Ohio counties with masks to be worn while out in public.
According to the order, masks must be worn at all times when:
- At an indoor location that’s not a residence.
- Outdoors, when unable to keep 6 feet social distance from those not in your household.
- When waiting for, riding, driving, or operating public transportation, such as a taxi, car service, or private ride share.
This order only requires those who are 10 years old or older to wear a mask. In addition, excluded groups include:
- Those with a medical condition or disability.
- Officiants at religious services.
- Those actively exercising or playing sports.
- Those actively involved in public safety.
- Those who are actively eating or drinking.
