Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced on Thursday, September 09 that those who violate the federal mask mandate at airports, on commercial aircraft, and in various modes of surface transportation, including passenger railroads, intercity bus services, and other public transportation will run the risks of heftier fines and harsher penalties.
The federal mask mandate for transportation will remain in effect until January 18, 2022. The Mandate was implemented by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on February 02, 2021.
Effective from Friday, September 10, 2021, the penalties for first offenders will be $500-$1000 and $1000-$3000 for second offenders.
“Wearing a mask protects the traveling public and all of the personnel who make the travel experience safe, secure, and comfortable,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “We will continue to enforce the mask mandate as long as necessary to protect public health and safety.”
TSA will provide updated signage at airports regarding these increased civil penalties. For more information about the federal face mask requirement, visit the TSA Coronavirus webpage.
These federal mask mandate-related civil penalties are separate from the civil penalties the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issues for individuals who engage in unruly and unsafe behavior.
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