Do I still have to wear a mask? D-FW stores and businesses scramble after repeal of COVID-19 restrictions The Texas Association of Business praised the governor’s decision Tuesday, saying it will “unleash the full might of the Texas economy.” A man walks past a COVID practices sign outside the Kendra Scott store at the West Village in Dallas, Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Upon the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced he plans to end the statewide mask mandate. He also plans on reopening the State of Texas to all businesses.(Tom Fox / Staff Photographer) Stores, airports and other businesses grappled Tuesday with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s order to repeal mask mandates and occupancy restrictions.