Uber will no longer require masks for drivers and riders, the company announced Tuesday.
Uber dropped mask requirements for drivers and passengers.
The change comes after a federal judge in Florida ruled on Monday that the CDC overstepped its authority to require masks on planes and other public transportation.Uber"As of April 19, 2022, riders and drivers are not required to wear masks when using Uber," the company said in."However, the CDC still recommends wearing a mask if you have certain personal risk factors and/or high transmission levels in your area.
The change comes after a federal judge in Florida ruled on Monday that the CDC overstepped its authority to require masks on planes and other public transportation. The Transportation Security Administration will no longer enforce masks on public transportation and airlines like United, Delta and Alaska have said masks are no longer required. Amtrak also made masks optional.
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