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Governor Kemp extends public health emergency for Georgia until September 10

State of Emergency
Posted at 9:12 PM, Jul 31, 2020
and last updated 2020-07-31 21:15:52-04

Governor Brian Kemp signed two executive orders Friday, extending the Public Health State of Emergency and existing COVID-19 safety measures in Georgia.

"The fight against COVID-19 continues, and these executive orders reaffirm our commitment to protect the lives and livelihoods of all Georgians. As our state ramps up testing, expands hospital surge capacity, and provides staffing, supplies, and resources to cities and counties throughout Georgia, we urge local officials to enforce the rules and restrictions detailed in these orders," said Governor Kemp. "When businesses, restaurants, venues, and citizens follow the guidelines carefully crafted by data, science, and the Georgia Department of Public Health, we will take our next measured step forward.

Executive Order 07.31.20.01 extends the Public Health State of Emergency through 11:59 p.m. on September 10, 2020.

The Public Health State of Emergency allows for enhanced coordination across government and the private sector for supply procurement, comprehensive testing, and healthcare capacity.

By renewing the applicability of existing language, Executive Order 07.31.20.02 continues to require social distancing, bans gatherings of more than fifty people unless there is six feet between each person, outlines mandatory criteria for businesses, and requires sheltering in place for those living in long-term care facilities and the medically fragile, among other provisions.

The order runs through 11:59 p.m. on August 15, 2020.