Love's just became the first major US truck stop chain to require masks in all its stores. Some drivers are threatening to boycott
Love's will require customers to wear face masks at its 520-plus locations nationwide, starting July 29.The policy is aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19, but some customers reacted negatively to the announcement on social media.Love's Travel Stops, one of the nation's largest truck stop chains, will require customers to wear face masks in its stores, starting July 29.
"We are joining other retailers by implementing a face covering policy for customers, and will continue to follow the guidance of health officials and adjust our practices to help keep our customers and team members safe," president Shane Wharton said. "We want to thank our customers who continue to adapt to these protective measures implemented at Love's."
Representatives for TA Petro, and Pilot Flying J did not immediately respond to a Business Insider request for comment. for face-mask requirements in stores. In a recent Harris Poll survey, 76% of respondents said businesses should create and enforce mask requirements.
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