Uber drops mask rules and says riders 'can always cancel ' if they feel uncomfortable.

 Uber announced today that riders and drivers are no longer required to wear masks, though they're still recommended.

The note instructs customers to use other methods to stay safe and prevent infection, like rolling down windows, sanitizing hands, and covering mouths when coughing. It also says that local laws may still require masking in rideshare ride

Uber and other rideshare services were required to enforce masking from both customers and riders under a CDC order from January 2021 mandating masks for passengers on all forms of travel. The CDC released an update yesterday saying that it will no longer enforce mask requirements on transportation, though the agency still recommends them. s.hem.