March 23, 2020

Stay Safe, Stay Home

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Friends and Neighbors,

On Friday, Governor Lamont announced Executive Order 7H – aimed at further limiting the spread of coronavirus by declaring policies to close all “non-essential” businesses from March 23 through April 22, 2020.

The executive order establishes a “Stay Safe, Stay Home” policy that orders the shutdown of all non-essential businesses in the state effective at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 23^rd.

Late Sunday, state economic development officials released guidance designed to give business owners, their employees, and residents better understanding of the requested closures. Click here to read the list.

According to the guidelines, here are just a few examples of businesses that will remain open:

Pharmacies
Grocery Stores
Gas Stations
Restaurants (take out only)
Banks and financial services
Farmer’s markets
Food banks

Just as a reminder, the state continues to maintain a web portal with the most up-to-date information and statistics on COVID-19, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions document that is updated regularly.

Sincerely,

Irene Haines – State Representative – 34^th Assembly District

As always, if you have questions or concerns regarding state government, please contact me at Irene.Haines@housegop.ct.gov. You can also follow my legislative activity on my website at www.RepHaines.com.

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