Starting Wednesday, you’ll need to wear a mask at HEB even if your county doesn’t require it

HOUSTON – Texas-based retailer HEB announced that it will implement a mandatory mask policy beginning on Wednesday in all stores, including those where there is no local ordinance, according to Lisa Helfman, a HEB spokeswoman.

The company said it focuses on the health and safety of its partners, customers and its community. The mandatory police mask was implemented to help curb the spread of COVID-19.

“As a provider of essential services during the pandemic, HEB focuses on the health and safety of our Partners, customers and continued service to our communities. Masks are a proven way to slow the spread of COVID-19 and allow companies to operate safely during the pandemic, “Helfman wrote in a statement. “More than 85% of HEB stores are already operating under a mandatory mask ordinance. Starting July 1, HEB will implement a mandatory mask policy at all stores, including those where there is no local ordinance. ”

Until now, the store only required masks in Texas counties and cities where there was a mask mandate.