Washington district closes immediately after surprise vote to defy state mask mandate

District officials said they need to plan a path forward as state officials are already working on warning letters that could threaten their funding.

Richland schools will be closed Wednesday after a decision by the school board to defy the state requirement that students wear masks inside buildings.

District officials said they need to plan a path forward as state officials are already working on warning letters that could threaten their funding.

“We ask for your patience as the district works to ensure our schools can continue to serve all students,” the district said in a message on its website late Tuesday.

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