HERO Designation and Masking Order Extended

Over the weekend, the New York State Commissioner of Health (the “Commissioner”) extended the designation of COVID-19 as a highly contagious communicable disease under the HERO Act until February 15, 2022. The Commissioner will again review the level of transmission of COVID-19 in New York State on approximately February 15th and determine whether to continue this designation.  As such, the airborne infectious disease policies required by the HERO Act remain implemented and in effect.  Additionally, the state mask mandate was extended until February 1, 2022, at which time it will be re-evaluated.  The mask mandate requires businesses to either implement a vaccination requirement or to require masks be worn in all indoor public places.  

Employers with questions about the above requirements should contact Kristina Grimshaw at kgrimshaw@fglawllc.com or any attorney at the Firm.

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