US Department of Transportation rejected mask mandate on public transportation

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9. Face coverings are required on Twin Cities Metro Transit, but not enforced

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When people complain on the Metro Transit Facebook page about people not wearing masks, Metro Transit responds, like this for example:

https://www.facebook.com/MetroTransitMN/posts/2969442909834251

Hi Randolph. I understand your frustration. Metro Transit's mask requirement makes exceptions for people with certain medical conditions. It is not possible to tell who qualifies for an exemption from the rule just by looking at them.

In accordance with the MN Dept. of Public Safety Law Enforcement Guidance, our number one method of enforcement is education, followed by providing masks when we are able. Our bus drivers are not expected to be compliance officers. If you'd like to speak with someone in our Customer Relations department to voice your concerns and/or discuss this process, please feel free to call 612-373-3333, or by filling out our comment form at metrotransit.org/comment. ~BG

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And this from the Star Tribune -
https://www.startribune.com/metro-transit-to-require-face-coverings-on-buses-trains/570513542/

Metro Transit said it will “enforce” the edict by displaying the requirement on its website, on board vehicles and at stations and bus stops.

Compliance remains voluntary. No one will be fined or denied service if they fail to wear a mask, said Metro Transit Spokesman Howie Padilla.