Gov. Abbott issues executive order to stop most government entities from mandating masks

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AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Tuesday, May 18, to stop most government entities from making masks mandatory.

Beginning May 21, officials who continue to require masks could be fined up to $1,100.

The order includes counties, cities, school districts, public health authorities and government officials but there are a few exemptions.

Public schools can continue to follow…