Governor Kemp Extends Public Health State Of Emergency In Georgia Until June

ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 06: Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Kemp attends the Election Night event at the Classic Center on November 6, 2018 in Athens, Georgia. Kemp is in a close race with Democrat Stacey Abrams. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Governor Kemp Extends Public Health State Of Emergency In Georgia Until June

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has issued an executive order extending the public health state of emergency until June 12, with some seniors resuming the stay at home order.

Per WSBTV, the new extension will “continue enhanced testing across Georgia, ramp up contact tracing, and maintain effective emergency response operations in every region.”

The Georgia shelter-in-place order expires at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, with many businesses such as restaurants and nail salons already being open. Despite this, bars, clubs, and theme parks must stay closed until May 13, with the potential of an extension.

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“In accordance with our executive orders, businesses across the Peach State, must continue to operate with strict social distancing and sanitation rules to keep customers and employees safe through May 13, 2020,” Kemp tweeted.

Despite the stay at home order expiring, Kemp is urging everyone to limit their outdoor activities.

“The health and well-being of Georgians are my top priorities,” Kemp added. “I will do what is necessary to protect the lives and livelihoods of our people.”

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