COVID-19: US State Policy Report – July 31, 2020


This report captures the shifting state, territorial and local government policies and guidance in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and reopening of the economy in the US by tracking public information from official sources, such as gubernatorial comments, executive actions and guidance.

The following states have new or updated information: Maryland, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Texas.

Hereinafter, for ease of reference, the term “state” will refer to all US states, territories and the District of Columbia.


New Documents Released on July 31, 2020


State Actions on Reopening Economies

Note: Bold text denotes new or updated information.

Alabama:

Alaska:

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Arkansas:

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Colorado:

Connecticut:

Delaware:

District of Columbia:

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Maryland:

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New Jersey:

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New York:

North Carolina:

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Oregon:

Pennsylvania:

Puerto Rico:

 Rhode Island:

South Carolina:

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Texas:

US Virgin Islands:

Utah:

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Virginia:

Washington:

West Virginia:

Wisconsin:

Wyoming:


Several states are coordinating closely with others within geographic vicinity on pandemic response and economic recovery efforts, including:

Northeastern Coalition:

Western Coalition:

Midwest Coalition:


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