State Rolls Back COVID-19 Rules

1. Statewide Rollback to Phase 3, Step 1: The entire Commonwealth will move to Phase 3, Step 1 of the Reopening Plan. In addition, the following updates to capacity limits will go into effect:

• Outdoor gatherings at event venues and public spaces to 50 people
• Outdoor Theaters and Performance Venues to 25% and no more than 50 people
• Close Indoor Theaters and Performance Venues and a few smaller indoor recreation businesses like roller rinks and trampoline parks
• Reduce capacity from 50% to 40% for several industry sectors noted below:
  • Arcades/Indoor and Outdoor Recreational Businesses
  • Driving and Flight Schools
  • Gyms/Health Clubs
  • Libraries o Museums
  • Retail
  • Offices
  • Places of Worship
  • Lodging (common areas)
  • Golf
  • Movie theaters (no more than 50 people per theater)

2. Restaurants and Event Venues Protocols Updates: The following updates will be made to restaurant and event venue protocols with regard to face coverings, seating, and performances

• Wear masks at all times except when eating and drinking
• Seat no more than six per table and encourage customers to only dine with the same household
• Put a 90-minute time limit on tables
• Prohibit all musical performances at restaurants
• Close food court seating

3. Workplaces and Fitness Centers Protocols Updates: The following updates will be made to the Office Spaces and Fitness Centers protocols with regard to face coverings

• Require mask-wearing in offices when not in your own workspace and alone
• Require mask-wearing at all times in gyms
• Encourage teleworking All updates to sector-specific guidance can be found on www.mass.gov/reopening later this week.