Last week, citing “alarming trends” and the need to as quickly as possible slow the spread of the virus, Governor Polis signed Executive Order D 2020 138, a mandatory statewide mask order that goes that went into effect at midnight on July 16, 2020, and will be in effect for 30 days – it may be extended.
The order requires people in Colorado who are 11 years and older to wear a covering over their noses and mouths:
- When entering or moving within any public indoor space.
- While using or waiting to use public (buses, light-rail) or non-personal (taxis, car services, ride-shares) transportation services.
People who do not have to wear a mask include:
- People who are 10 years old and younger.
- People who cannot medically tolerate a face covering.
- Children ages 2 and under should NOT wear masks or cloth face coverings.
The executive order states indoor businesses must refuse service to people who are not wearing masks. Licensed businesses are at risk of losing their license if they do not enforce this mandate. Businesses must post signs at entrances that instruct customers they must wear a mask when entering or moving around inside the business.
Below are links to signs created by the State regarding the statewide mask mandate:
State of Colorado – Blue
State of Colorado – Red
Colorado Tourism Office English/Spanish
If you choose to make your own mask signage, below are some logos that you might want to include:
State of Colorado Logo
We Are All in This Together Colorado Logo