Atlanta-Based Home Depot Removes Face Mask Requirement For Vaccinated Shoppers

Home Depot initiated its face mask requirement in July in hopes of limiting the spread of COVID-19.

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Atlanta’s largest public company joined other prominent retailers Monday by removing its mask-wearing policy for vaccinated customers, following the updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A Home Depot spokesperson said Monday night that its employees and customers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are no longer required to wear masks or facial coverings in Home Depot stores, except where it’s mandated by state or local ordinances.

The Atlanta-based retail giant initiated its mask requirement last July.

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