Walmart will be requiring all of its customers in the U.S. to wear a face covering beginning July 20.
Sams will also be mandating the face covering in all its stores.
“While we’re certainly not the first business to require face coverings, we know this is a simple step everyone can take for their safety and the safety of others in our facilities,” the release says.
Stores will post signs informing shoppers about the rule and station a “health ambassador” near the entrance to remind shoppers about the requirement.
Walmart said there will be exceptions for shoppers who are unable to wear a mask.
“We know some people have differing opinions on this topic, we also recognize the role we can play to help protect the health and well-being of the communities we serve by following the evolving guidance of health officials like the CDC.”
The company says they will only have one single entrance at the stores.
