Oregon Governor Kate Brown said starting Friday, July 24, all children who are over the age of 5 will have to wear masks in grocery stores, retailers, restaurants, and similar spaces. Originally kids under the age of 10 didn't have to.
"Oregon, we carefully ventured out onto the ice together, but it has begun to crack. COVID-19 is spreading too quickly, particularly in parts of rural Oregon. Before we fall through the ice, it’s time to take a step back with new rules to help slow the spread of this disease."