Will Michigan ever achieve 70% vaccination rate? Recent trends say it will take a while As the country celebrates new CDC guidelines on masks, the State of Michigan still requires masks in many situations, with a lofty goal standing in the way. and last updated 2021-05-13 23:30:51-04 (WXYZ) â As the country celebrates new CDC guidelines on masks, the State of Michigan still requires masks in many situations, with a lofty goal standing in the way. The Michigan State Health Department says they are still reviewing the new guidance from the CDC. Last month the state launched a new reopening plan called "Vacc to Normal," where all broad restrictions, including masks, would be lifted when 70% of those 16 and older received their first dose. Right now the rate is a little above 55% and moving slowly.