In New York City, for example, proof of vaccination is required to dine indoors, attend events at arenas, work out at gyms and go to the movies. That requirement has been in place through a program known as “Key to N.Y.C.,” which was implemented through an executive order from the mayor. The order has been renewed every five days, most recently on Tuesday.
Officials in Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania have all announced that they would end mask requirements for students and school employees over the coming weeks, underscoring an intentional shift by officials to begin treating the virus as a part of daily life nearly two years into the pandemic.
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The cascade of recent mask announcements seemed to stem from conversations that took place within the National Governors Association and a recent meeting with the White House….

