Face masks rules for all 50 states and D.C.

To help you navigate the confusing differences between face mask mandates, we've outlined the situation in each state and in the District of Columbia. Since both local and national orders are constantly changing, we will do our best to report on those changes. However, you should always contact your city, county, or state health department for specific details on mask orders where you are located.

Arizona: Not a statewide command, but Phoenix and several other cities in Arizona require people to wear face coverings in public.

Alabama: On July 15, Governor Kay Ivey issued a statewide mask requirement that was in effect from July 16, 5:00 p.m. to July 31, 5:00 p.m. Before that, Birmingham, Mobile, Selma, Montgomery and several other cities had masks worn in public places.

Alaska: No statewide warrant requiring masks, but the state encourages people to wear them and the City of Anchorage requires them to be worn indoors in public areas.

Arkansas: On July 16, Governor Asa Hutchinson issued an order requiring face masks in public areas when social distance is not possible.

California: Statewide, everyone in California must wear a face mask in public areas, both indoors and outdoors. Face covers with a valve are not allowed in some parts of California because they can allow exhaled air and droplets to escape.

Colorado: Effective July 17 at midnight and for 30 days in effect, everyone in the state of Colorado aged 10 and older must wear a face mask in the pubic area indoors.

Connecticut: On April 20, Governor Ned Lamont demanded that residents wear a face mask in public areas where close contact is inevitable. The implementing decree also includes journey services and public transport.

Delaware: Beginning May 1, Governor John Carney will require everyone in the state to wear face coverings in public places and businesses.

District of Columbia: Beginning May 13, face masks are required when you are "involved in essential and minimal basic business activities when individuals are in the presence of others."

Florida: Florida's Department of Public Health encourages people to wear a mask in any environment where social distance is not possible, but does not require it. However, several counties and cities in the state have issued mandates for people to wear masks in those areas. These include, but are not limited to, Orange County, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, and Seminole County.

Georgia: On July 15, Governor Brian Kemp suspended all mask orders in the state of Georgia that individual cities, including Savannah and Atlanta, had issued. Currently, the state government only encourages people to wear masks, but there is no statewide command.

Hawaii: On April 17, Governor David Ige issued an executive order requiring people to wear face coverings while in (or outside) essential businesses. In early July, the mayor of Oahu issued an injunction for the wearing of masks in any public environment with few exceptions.

Idaho: On July 2, Boise Mayor Lauren McLean announced that people will have to wear masks starting July 4. Other cities in Idaho are considering similar orders.

Illinois: Beginning May 1, Illinois residents are required to wear face masks while in public places where social distance measures are difficult to enforce, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and other essential businesses.

Iowa: There is no statewide order, and on July 8, Governor Kim Reynolds said an order from the mayor of Muscatine that people there should wear masks is invalid.

Indiana: Not a statewide order, but several cities and counties in Idaho have entered orders. However, the Indiana State Department of Health recommends that everyone wear a mask.

Kansas: Beginning July 3, everyone in Kansas is required to wear a mask or other face covering in most public settings.

Kentucky: Beginning July 15, people in the state are required to wear a mask in public places, including outdoor areas where you cannot keep six feet away from others.

Louisiana: Beginning July 11, everyone over the age of 8 in Louisiana must wear a face cover in public, with some exceptions.

Maine: Gov. Janet Mills issued an order in April for everyone in Maine to wear a face mask in public. In July, she signed a new executive order requiring companies to enforce the warrant by denying entry to people who were not wearing masks.

Massachusetts: As of May 6, Governor Charlie Baker has ordered residents to wear face covers in public places where social distance is difficult to maintain.

Maryland: On April 15, Governor Larry Hogan signed an order for Maryland residents to start wearing face coverings in food and retail stores and when taking public transportation. The order says this will be a requirement as long as the state of emergency is still in effect.

Michigan: Beginning July 10, everyone in the state must wear a face cover in any public area indoors or out.

Minnesota: While several cities in Minnesota have mask orders, the state doesn't. However, as of July 9, Governor Tim Walz has said he is considering a statewide mandate.

Mississippi: Beginning July 13, Governor Tate Reeves issued an executive order for 13 counties requiring employees of essential and retailers to wear masks while working, and for the general public to wear masks at social gatherings.

Missouri: Gov. Mike Parson says wearing a face cover is `` up to the individual, '' although state health officials recommend that everyone do so. Several counties and cities, including Kansas City and St. Louis, have issued orders.

Montana: As of July 2, Governor Steve Bullock strongly recommends residents continue to wear face masks, but there is no mandate.

Nebraska: There is no statewide mandate for the general public. Counties in the state are allowed to create their own orders, but Gov. Pete Ricketts said any county that refuses public services because someone isn't wearing a mask will not receive federal coronavirus funds.

Nevada: On June 24, Governor Steve Sisolak issued a mandatory order for all people in Nevada to wear masks in public areas.

New Hampshire: There is no statewide mandate, but on May 22, Nashua City Council approved a mandate requiring people to wear face covers when entering a public facility.

New Jersey: Jersey was one of the first states to enact a mandatory order to wear masks in public areas. From 8 July, these will be both indoor and outdoor spaces.

New Mexico: Beginning May 16, all residents of New Mexico are required to wear a face cover while in public, including while exercising.

New York: Beginning April 15, everyone in the state is required to wear a mask outdoors.

North Carolina: Starting June 26, everyone is required to wear a face mask in public, with a few exceptions.

North Dakota: On May 1, Governor Doug Burgum began reopening the state without requiring a face covering.

Ohio: Beginning July 9, people in several counties - including Franklin, Trumbull, Hamilton, Butler and Montgomery - will be required to wear masks, according to Governor Mike DeWine.

Oklahoma: Gov. Kevin Stitt said on July 9 that he is against a statewide mask mandate. However, several Oklahoma cities, including Tulsa and Oklahoma City, are considering mask orders.

Oregon: Face masks are mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public areas where social distance is not possible.

 Pennsylvania: Beginning July 1, everyone in the state must wear a mask when they leave their home.

Rhode Island: Beginning July 4, Governor Gina Raimondo extended the state's order that people should wear masks both indoors and out in public.

South Carolina: The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control strongly encourages people to wear face coverings in public, but there is no mandate. Several cities in South Carolina have mandatory orders.

South Dakota: The South Dakota Department of Health recommends that people wear a face cover, although it is optional.

Tennessee: Beginning July 3, mayors in the state have the authority to enact local mask requirements, but there is no statewide warrant.

Texas: Beginning July 3, all residents must wear a face cover in public, although counties with 20 or fewer active cases of the coronavirus can be exempted from the order. However, many provinces have opted out of the order and others are not applying it.

Utah: Beginning July 2, masks are required only in some areas of the state.

Vermont: Beginning May 1, masks are only required when using public transportation.

Virginia: On May 26, Gov. Ralph Northam announced that everyone over the age of 10 in Virginia must wear a face cover in public places such as shops, restaurants, public transportation, and wherever people gather.

Washington: People are now required to wear face coverings in public areas, both indoors and outdoors where social distance is not possible.

West Virginia: Beginning July 6, everyone 9 years and older is required to wear a mask in indoor public areas where social distance is not possible.

Wisconsin: Face masks are only required in parts of the state, although the governor is considering a statewide order.

Wyoming: The state recommends masks, but does not require them. Gov. Mark Gordon has reiterated the recommendation but has not issued a statewide order.

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