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Puerto Rico to lift mask mandate as COVID-19 cases ease

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By DÁNICA COTO
Associated Press

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governor says he is ending the requirement for mask use indoors for the second time since the pandemic began as cases and hospitalizations ease. The change will take effect Thursday with a few exceptions. Face masks will still be required in health facilities and nursing homes. In addition, starting March 10, travelers will no longer have to present proof of vaccination or a negative coronavirus test or fill out a currently required form. Gov. Pedro Pierluisi said Monday that he also will lift all capacity restrictions at public and private businesses and says proof of vaccination to enter will no longer be required.

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