Caesars Announces Universal Mask Policy In All Properties

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Caesars Entertainment Corporation (CZR) has mandated a universal mask policy across its properties, effective from June 24, 2020, at 12 p.m. PT. All guests, employees, and visitors must wear masks indoors, with exceptions only for eating or drinking. This decision comes in response to COVID-19 health guidelines, emphasizing the importance of masks and social distancing. The policy applies to properties in multiple states and aims to enhance health and safety measures within the company’s operations. Enhanced cleaning protocols and employee health screenings are also part of the updated safety measures.

Positive

• Implementation of a universal mask policy enhances customer safety and confidence.
• Commitment to health and safety protocols may improve guest retention.
• Increased cleaning and health screenings could enhance operational standards.

Negative

• Potential pushback from guests regarding mandatory mask requirements.
• Operational disruptions may occur if guests refuse to comply with mask policies.

LAS VEGAS, June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR) ("Caesars", "Caesars Entertainment" or the "Company") today announced that everyone indoors at its properties across the Caesars network will be required to wear masks at all times, except when eating or drinking. The updated mask policy becomes effective on June 24, 2020 at 12 p.m. Pacific Time and applies to all employees, vendors, contractors, guests and passersby in properties. Previously, all employees plus guests at table games were required to wear masks at Caesars properties.

"We promised that Caesars would continue to evaluate the latest recommendations, directives and medical science regarding the COVID-19 public health emergency and modify our enhanced health and safety protocols accordingly," said Tony Rodio, CEO of Caesars Entertainment. "As a result, we are immediately requiring everyone in our properties to wear masks, because the scientific evidence strongly suggests that wearing masks and practicing social distancing may be the most important deterrents to spreading COVID-19 from person to person," he added.

Caesars will continue to implement all the enhanced health and safety requirements in its revised operating plans. Also, the Company will take steps to ensure that everyone inside its properties wears a mask. Anyone who refuses to wear a mask, after being asked, will be directed to leave the property.

The universal mask requirement will apply to all of Caesars businesses currently open in Louisiana, Mississippi, Iowa, Missouri, Nevada, and Indiana, as well as tribal properties in Arizona, California and North Carolina.  The mask requirement will also apply to additional Caesars properties as they reopen in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Illinois and Ontario.  Caesars will continue to open properties in line with regulatory approvals and customer demand.

Among the enhanced health and safety protocols are more frequent cleaning and sanitization. Caesars has also implemented a health screening program for all employees. For more information on the Company's health and safety protocols, visit: www.Caesars.com/health.  

About Caesars Entertainment
Caesars Entertainment is one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers and the most geographically diverse U.S. casino-entertainment company. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment's resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's® and Horseshoe® brand names. Caesars Entertainment's portfolio also includes the Caesars Entertainment UK family of casinos. Caesars Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its guests through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars Entertainment is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate.

Forward-Looking Statements
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FAQ

What is the new mask policy announced by Caesars Entertainment (CZR)?

Effective June 24, 2020, all individuals indoors at Caesars properties must wear masks at all times, except when eating or drinking.

When did Caesars Entertainment (CZR) implement the universal mask policy?

The universal mask requirement was implemented on June 24, 2020, at 12 p.m. Pacific Time.

What locations does the Caesars mask policy apply to?

The mask policy applies to Caesars properties in Louisiana, Mississippi, Iowa, Missouri, Nevada, Indiana, and tribal properties in Arizona, California, and North Carolina.

What measures are included in Caesars Entertainment's (CZR) health protocols?

Caesars has enhanced cleaning protocols and implemented health screenings for all employees.