"Simply put, we are seeing too many people with faces uncovered," Gov. Gavin Newsom said.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- In a press release Thursday, Gov. Gavin Newsom and state health officials issued a statewide order that requires Californians to wear a mask in high-risk settings amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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"Science shows that face coverings and masks work," said Gov. Gavin Newsom. "They are critical to keeping those who are around you safe, keeping businesses open and restarting our economy."
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As for why the governor took this action now, he said: "Simply put, we are seeing too many people with faces uncovered - putting at risk the real progress we have made in fighting the disease. California's strategy to restart the economy and get people back to work will only be successful if people act safely and follow health recommendations."
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