Effective June 26 in the state of Washington:
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Every person in Washington State must wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth when in any indoor or outdoor public setting, including, but not limited to:•Inside any building, including, but not limited to, any business, that is open to the public;
In healthcare settings, including, but not limited to, a hospital, pharmacy, medical clinic, laboratory, physician’s or dentist’s office, veterinary clinic, or blood bank; •While in line waiting for or riding on public transportation or paratransit, or while riding in a taxi, private car service, ride-sharing vehicle, or other for hire vehicle; and •In outdoor public areas, including but not limited to public parks, trails, streets, sidewalks, lines for entry, exit, or service, and recreation areas, when a distance of at least six feet cannot be maintained from any non-household member
Individuals may remove their face coverings when in public settings under the following circumstances: •While seated at a restaurant or other establishment that offers food or beverage service, while they are eating or drinking, provided that they are able to maintain a distance of at least six feet from guests seated at other tables; •While engaged in indoor or outdoor exercise activities, such as walking, hiking, bicycling, or running, provided that a distance of at least six feet is maintained from non-household members, except that face covering requirements for individuals engaged in team sports activities are governed by the requirements issued by the Governor; •While in an outdoor public area, provided that a distance of at least six feet is maintained from non-household members; •When any party to a communication is deaf or hard of hearing and not wearing a face covering is essential to communication; •While obtaining a service that requires temporary removal of the face covering; •While sleeping;•When necessary to confirm the individual’s identity; and•When federal or state law prohibits wearing a face covering or requires the removal of a face covering.
