Some airlines have dropped mask enforcement on planes after a federal judge voided the national requirement for public transportation, but some Chicago-area transit agencies say they're still requiring riders to mask up. Here's what to know.
Monday that governed airlines and public transit, some carriers were quick to drop their requirements for planes. Many Chicago-area public transit agencies kept their requirements.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said it continues to recommend people wear masks while indoors on public transportation. Here is where travelers must still wear masks, and where they are no longer required:Tuesday morning, the Chicago Department of Aviation, which runs Midway and O’Hare international airports, said it would continue to “follow, observe and enforce” a state executive order from Gov. J.B. Pritzker that continues to require masks on transportation.
American and Southwest airlines also said they were no longer requiring masks. Southwest spokesman Dan Landson said mask rules in airports would follow local requirements.CTA and Metra are continuing to require masks. CTA spokesman Brian Steele also cited the state executive order requiring masks on transportation.
“Remember: many people still feel safer wearing a mask because of personal or family health situations, so please be respectful of their preference,” the company said in a statement. “And if you ever feel uncomfortable, you can always cancel the trip.”
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