Does the “Pass Without Trace” spell provide ability to make stealth check?

@JeremyECrawford Does the "Pass Without Trace" spell provide ability to make stealth check even if there is no other cover from observers…

— Kato Katonian (@KatoKatonian) February 2, 2016

Pass without trace doesn't remove the need to hide behind something or in an obscured area. #DnD https://t.co/jcWk5p6BGL

— Jeremy Crawford (@JeremyECrawford) February 3, 2016