Gov. Abbott announces end to mask mandate, Hays County leaders skeptical of move

Gov. Greg Abbott proclaimed Tuesday, “It is now time to open Texas 100%,” announcing an end to the state’s mask mandate and the full reopening of businesses. 

Abbott’s newest executive order, which goes into effect Wednesday, March 10, lifts Texas’ mask mandate and allows businesses and facilities across the state to open to 100% capacity.

“Everybody who wants to work should have that opportunity,” Abbott said during a press conference in Lubbock. “Every business that wants to be open should be open.”