Federal prisons continue to enforce strict COVID-19 safety protocols, including mask mandates and social distancing, despite national rollbacks. The BOP remains cautious to prevent outbreaks within facilities, protecting both inmates and staff from evolving variants.

Even as COVID-19 restrictions ease nationwide, the Bureau of Prisons is maintaining stringent safety protocols in federal prisons. These measures include mask mandates, social distancing, and limited visitation rights, aimed at preventing outbreaks of the virus, particularly in light of emerging variants.

https://www.bop.gov/resources/news/2024_covid_protocols.jsp

https://fedkite.com/newsletter/covid-safety-protocols-in-prisons/

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