Tri-Cities Airport reminds travelers of mask mandate extension through September

The Tri-Cities Airport on Thursday referenced a directive from federal transportation officials that extends a mask mandate until late summer.

The Transportation Security Administration is requiring all passengers in various travel systems including buses, aircraft, and railroads to wear a mask while inside and in route to their destination through September 13.

For the health & safety of travelers, TSA has extended mask requirements for airports & airlines. For more information, click here: https://t.co/XVYvzfHtt7 pic.twitter.com/18Q1bVPqS6

— Tri-Cities Airport (@triflight) May 6, 2021

The Centers for Disease Control announced fully vaccinated citizens can travel within US borders but must still adhere to mask-wearing. The TSA noted that fines that range from $250 to $1,500 remain in place for those who violate the travel mask rule.

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