Publix on Friday announced that fully vaccinated associates and customers are no longer required to wear face coverings unless required by a state or local order or ordinance.

The new policy goes into effect Saturday.

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“In accordance with CDC guidelines, individuals who are not fully vaccinated are required to use face coverings over their noses and mouths while inside any Publix store,” Publix stated.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for Americans who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, saying that they no longer need to wear masks to protect against the virus. Read more here.

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