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Archiv: Brian Kemp
Georgia governor overrides all local mask orders in the state
Kemp’s executive order issued Wednesday prevents local governments from enforcing mandatory face covering orders that are more restrictive than the current statewide order. The move effectively voided orders issued by at least 15 local governments across the state, according to The Associated Press.
Gov. Kemp Updates Georgians on COVID-19
„Given the favorable data, enhanced testing, and approval of our healthcare professionals, we will allow gyms, fitness centers, bowling alleys, body art studios, barbers, cosmetologists, hair designers, nail care artists, estheticians, their respective schools, and massage therapists to reopen their doors this Friday, April 24, 2020. Unlike other businesses, these entities have been unable to manage inventory, deal with payroll, and take care of administrative items while we shelter in place. This measure allows them to undertake baseline operations that most other businesses in the state have maintained since I issued the shelter-in-place order.
„This measure will apply statewide and will be the operational standard in all jurisdictions. This means local action cannot be taken that is more or less restrictive.
As states grapple with reopening their economies, Trump says part of Georgia‘s plan is ‚just too soon‘
He said he told Kemp „very simply that I disagree with his decision, but he has to do what he thinks is right.“
Earlier today, I discussed Georgia‘s plan to reopen shuttered businesses for limited operations with @POTUS . I appreciate his bold leadership and insight during these difficult times and the framework provided by the White House to safely move states forward. (1/3) #gapol
23. Apr. 2020