A guide to New York's new rules on masks and distancing MARINA VILLENEUVE, Associated Press FacebookTwitterEmail ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York eased its mask and social distancing mandates again Wednesday, but people shouldn't be throwing their face coverings in the garbage just yet. Masks are still required for everyone in many settings. Millions of unvaccinated New Yorkers still have to wear them in most public places. Private businesses can still set rules that exceed state requirements. Here's a look at where the state rules stand: ___ WHERE ARE MASKS STILL REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE IN NEW YORK? People who are fully vaccinated no longer have to wear masks either indoors or outdoors in most settings.Lori Van Buren/Albany Times Union