Congress' attending physician advised congressional staff today that masks are no longer required in the Capitol complex.
from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for determining when COVID restrictions should be implemented.
"The Washington DC region is now in the 'green level' or low level in this new CDC schema allowing for reduction in coronavirus prevention measures such as coronavirus testing frequency and indoor mask wear," Monahan said in an update to staff. According to Monahan, the Capitol testing center's test positive rate has dropped to a 7-day average of 2.7%, down fromAnyone working in the Capitol "may choose to mask at any time, but it is no longer a requirement," Monahan wrote.Those who test positive for coronavirus, or are exposed or exhibit symptoms, are still being advised to wear N95 or KN95 masks.
"COVID19 layered protection measures such as vaccination emphasis, and daily home health screening inventory prior to coming to work should continue," Monahan wrote.The new rules extend to President Biden's State of the Union address on Tuesday. "KN95 or N95 mask wear is no longer required and mask wear is now an individual choice option," Monahan said, reversing
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