Federal mask mandates apply in airports in anti-mask states
VERIFY: Yes, federal mask mandates apply in airports regardless of state laws Some states have signed anti-mask mandate laws. But, the federal government still has a mandate in place for mass transit. In this case, federal rules stand. Author: Mia Salenetri (WUSA9) Updated: 2:58 PM EDT July 5, 2021 WASHINGTON — The number of Americans traveling by air is hitting levels we haven't seen since early March 2020. The Federal Transit Mask Mandate, which requires face masks on mass transit and in transportation hubs, has been in effect since last January. Meanwhile,...