Update: Madison Metro Transit has ended the requirement for bus passengers to wear face masks following a federal court ruling that struck down the national mandate.
Masks are now optional on Metro Transit service routes, paratransit vehicles, campus bus routes 80, 81, 82 and 84, and the UW accessible circulator and park & ride shuttles.
You can read the Transportation Security Administration’s statement at tsa.gov and Madison Metro Transit’s statement at cityofmadison.com.
First update:
Madison Metro Transit mask mandate extended through May 3
Posted on April 13, 2022
The federal transportation mask mandate has been extended for an additional 15 days. Madison Metro Transit will continue to require all bus passengers to wear masks through Tuesday, May 3, in accordance with this federal health guidance.
Face masks will be mandated on Metro Transit service routes, paratransit vehicles, and campus bus routes 80, 81, 82 and 84. Masks will also be required on the UW park and ride and accessible circulator shuttles through May 3.
This extension will continue to make it a federal law for masks to be worn when boarding, disembarking, and for the duration of travel. Masks are also required at all transfer points and shelters.
Original message:
Madison Metro Transit mask mandate extended through April 18
Posted on March 16, 2022
Madison Metro Transit will continue to require all bus passengers to wear masks through April 18, 2022, in accordance with federal health guidance.
Masks will be mandated on Metro Transit service routes, paratransit vehicles, and campus bus routes 80, 81, 82 and 84.
Masks will also be required on the UW park and ride and accessible circulator shuttles through April 18.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended by one month its directive requiring all passengers and employees to wear face masks while utilizing all forms of public transit, including Metro Transit buses and paratransit vehicles.
This extension will continue to make it a federal law for masks to be worn when boarding, disembarking, and for the duration of travel. Masks are also required at all transfer points and shelters.
Visit covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date campus COVID-19 response information and resources. Transportation Services updates on parking and transportation operations can be found at transportation.wisc.edu.