Utah governor announces mask mandate for public school students, faculty, and visitors this fall

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Utah Gov. Gary Herbert will require face masks in public schools for all K-12 students, faculty, staff, and visitors this fall to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Herbert, a Republican, made the announcement on Thursday and said school boards and principals can be more lenient in the mandate for young students.

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