(JULY 4, 2020) Oregon has a new law. People must wear face coverings in indoor public places. The new law began Wednesday, July 1.
The coronavirus causes COVID-19. More than 9,000 people in Oregon are sick. Many people get better. However, more than 200 died this year.
Governor Kate Brown wants people to wear face coverings. They slow the coronavirus. Everyone must wear masks. She tells people: If we do not wear masks, businesses will close again.