Federal mask mandate strengthens MTA mask policy
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MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Macon Transit Authority was one of the first transit systems in the country to put a mask mandate in place. The new mandate from President Biden only strengthens how they enforce it.
The President signed the executive order on January 21. It forces anyone who uses public transportation to wear a mask.
Jami Gaudet —public information officer for MTA— says they created a COVID plan in March involving cleanings and temperature checks. They began their mask mandate in April. She says the new mandate is more clear on what kind of face coverings people have to wear.