Here's Everything Lamont Said About Mask Mandate Changes In CT

CONNECTICUT — Gov. Ned Lamont has formally announced plans for the state to conform its coronavirus safety protocols to the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The notification came the same day the state passed the 2-million vaccine dose milestone on Monday.

Beginning Wednesday, a mask will no longer be required outside in Connecticut, and only those not vaccinated against COVID-19 will be required to wear them indoors. Businesses, state and local government offices may choose to require that masks be worn.

Masks will still be required in certain settings such as healthcare facilities, facilities housing vulnerable populations, public and private transit, correctional facilities, schools, and child care.

The mask mandate for the vaccinated joins all of the other COVID-19 sector rules for businesses that had been implemented in Connecticut being tossed on May 19.

In addition to the new order, the Connecticut Department of Public Health on Wednesday will issue revised recommendations and considerations for masks in businesses, large gatherings and events, and other settings, as well as more detailed descriptions of the settings where masks will continue to be required.

"If you have not yet been vaccinated, I strongly recommend that you get vaccinated as soon as possible. Dozens of clinics across Connecticut no longer require appointments to receive a vaccination, and it has never been easier to get one," Lamont said.

Residents with vaccine questions or who would like to schedule an appointment to receive their vaccination can find answers on the state website or by calling 877-918-2224.

"Connecticut is one of the most vaccinated states in the nation, and I couldn’t be more proud of the people of our state who have made the commonsense decision to be vaccinated, as well as all of our healthcare workers who have done an incredible job rolling the vaccine out as quickly as possible," Lamont said.