CDC Extends Mask Mandate through April 18th for public transportation

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The CDC has Extended the Mask Mandate through April 18th for all public transportation such as buses and airplanes.

Details were revealed in a statement yesterday:

At CDC’s recommendation, TSA will extend the security directive for mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs for one month, through April 18th.

During that time, CDC will work with government agencies to help inform a revised policy framework for when, and under what circumstances, masks should be required in the public transportation corridor. This revised framework will be based on the COVID-19 community levels, risk of new variants, national data, and the latest science. We will communicate any updates publicly if and/or when they change.


Related – Disney Cruise Line updates Face Mask Policy Starting on March 11th

CDC Extends Mask Mandate through April 18th for public transportation

Since Disney usually follows the CDC Guidelines guests visiting Disney World and Disneyland can expect to still wear Face Covering while onboard of buses, monorails, and Disney’s Skyliner.

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Here is the current Face Covering Guidelines for Walt Disney World:

Face coverings are optional for fully vaccinated Guests in both outdoor and indoor locations. We expect Guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, including indoor attractions and theaters. Face coverings are still required by all Guests (ages 2 and up) on enclosed Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and Disney Skyliner.
All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) should:

  • Be made with at least 2 layers of breathable material
  • Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin
  • Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
  • Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the Guest to remain hands-free

At this time, based on guidance from health authorities, neck gaiters, open-chin, triangle bandanas and face coverings containing valves, mesh material or holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings.

Costume masks are not considered appropriate and are prohibited from being worn, in alignment with our existing rules.

Face coverings may have an integrated transparent plastic panel to aid in viewing the wearer’s mouth. These face coverings should:

  • Be a fabric face covering featuring a solid plastic panel containing no openings that is attached to the fabric on all sides using tight knit stitching
  • Meet all face covering requirements listed above

Face Coverings (Guests Ages 2 and Up)

Fully Vaccinated GuestsGuests Not Fully Vaccinated
All indoor locations, including restaurants, except when actively eating or drinking while stationaryOptional
All enclosed transportation, including buses, monorails and Disney Skyliner
All outdoor areas, including outdoor attractions, outdoor queues and outdoor theatersOptionalOptional

Please note, face coverings are not permitted while experiencing water slides or in the water.

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