Florida does not have a statewide mask mandate, although many local governments have implemented their own restrictions.
While the governor doesn't plan to preempt local rules regarding masks, he is stepping in when it comes to fines. Speaking Friday in St. Petersburg, Gov. Ron DeSantis said all outstanding fines and penalties that have been applied against individuals for failing to follow local mask rules are suspended.
"I think we need to get away from trying to penalize people for social distancing and just work with people constructively," the governor said.
The announcement came in response to a question about masks. The governor said he hopes the state and local governments can work with people in a way that's more collaborative when it comes to encouraging mask use. [ Ссылка ]
