This goes against CDC recommendations that people who were vaccinated wouldn’t have to wear masks. After this announcement, Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared on CNN saying he understands this may “cause a bit of confusion,” but he pointed out:
“The American Academy of Pediatrics is a thoughtful group… They analyze the situation and if they feel that is the way to go, I think that is a reasonable thing to do.”
Because of the CDC guidelines though it will be up to local and state officials to decide whether it will be mandated in individual districts.