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All indoor public places across New York state must require masks for all people or proof of full vaccination prior to entry, a sweeping measure the governor announced Friday in an effort to curb a winter COVID surge that shows no signs of slowing.
It goes into effect on Monday. and covers any indoor space that is not a private residence.
Noncompliance comes with fines up to $1,000 for each violation and local health departments are being asked to enforce the requirements. The measure will be reassessed on Jan. 15, Gov. Kathy Hochul said. In the meantime, here’s a look at three options the affected places will have starting Monday and what businesses, patrons and employees need to know about each of them. Learn more here.
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