Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signs a bill at the Montana State Capitol in Helena, Mont., Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021, to shield businesses, health care providers, nonprofit organizations and places of worship from coronavirus-related lawsuits, provided they take measures to protect individuals from COVID-19. Gianforte also announced he would be issuing a directive on Friday to allow the state's mask mandate to expire. (Thom Bridge/Independent Record via AP)
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Governor signs liability shield, intends to lift mask rule
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Saying he will lift a statewide mask requirement later this week, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a bill Wednesday intended to protect businesses and health care providers from coronavirus-related lawsuits.