Alaska
Restrictions are easing in Alaska
Updated March 13, 2021
As of Feb. 14, travelers to Alaska no longer need a negative coronavirus test to avoid quarantine. Local communities in Alaska had been permitted to enact travel restrictions starting Nov. 16 to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced life could go back to the way it was “prior to the virus” on May 22, but local governments are still offering health guidance as cases surge in the state. All businesses – including restaurants, bars, retail stores and gyms – are allowed to open without any capacity restrictions and without needing to provide hand sanitizer or enforcing social distancing guidelines.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 11, 2020; ended on April 21, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 922 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,022 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 3.35% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Maine
Restrictions ease in Maine
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Janet Mills on March 5 announced a new plan, “Moving Maine Forward,” to loosen travel restrictions and boost the state’s tourism. The plan allows travelers from Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island to visit Maine without quarantining for 10 days or providing a negative COVID-19 test. Mills announced she would end the 9 p.m. early closing time for businesses, effective Feb. 1. Mills had on Jan. 4 extended the curfew, which had been in place since Nov. 19. Mills on Dec. 11 issued an order requiring operators of all indoor public spaces to keep those who refuse masks from entering or remaining in their venue. She had issued an executive order Nov. 5 requiring people to wear a face covering regardless of whether they can physically distance from others.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 2, 2020; ended on May 31, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 1,238 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,159 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.86% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Vermont
Restrictions ease in Vermont
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Phil Scott announced March 12 that the multi-household gathering ban, which has been in effect since mid-November 2020, would be lifted. The guidance is specifically for Vermonters who have yet to receive the vaccine and face greater restrictions than their vaccinated counterparts. Scott also lifted seating restrictions for restaurants, which can now seat up to six people together from different families. Starting Feb. 23, Vermonters who are fully vaccinated and travel outside the state do not need to quarantine upon return. Starting Nov. 14, bars and social clubs were closed to in-person service but can offer take-out. Restaurants must close to in-person service by 10 p.m. each night. The state is requiring restaurants, gyms, museums, and other establishments to keep a daily log of visitors.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 807 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 885 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.07% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
New Hampshire
Restrictions ease in New Hampshire
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Chris Sununu eased restrictions for travelers to New Hampshire, removed capacity limits for retail stores and allowed games like pool and darts to resume at bars and restaurants. Personal care services like barber shops and salons can take walk-in appointments again. Starting March 8, all K-12 schools must provide the option of in-person learning at least 2 days a week. Sununu’s reopening task force reopening task force recommended updated guidance for summer camp operators, including keeping children in small groups. Sununu on Nov. 19 announced a statewide face mask order, requiring people over five years old to wear a mask in public spaces — indoors or outdoors — if they can’t maintain social distancing. The order was effective Nov. 20.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 27, 2020; ended on June 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 1,754 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,437 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.29% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Washington
Restrictions paused in Washington
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Jay Inslee discussed easing COVID-19 restrictions on indoor and outdoor gatherings March 10 while unveiling Phase 3 of the Healthy Washington plan. In Phase 3, which begins on March 22, counties can begin operating under the following parameters: event facilities with permanent seating can allow 25% capacity for spectators who are physically distanced and wearing masks; 50% occupancy for indoor spaces (such as restaurants, bars, fitness centers and movie theaters) and 400 people maximum for indoor/outdoor gatherings as long as physical distancing and masking protocols are enforced.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 4,893 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 4,759 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.86% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Idaho
Restrictions ease slightly in Idaho
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Brad Little announced a return to Stage 3 on Feb. 2, allowing indoor gatherings of 50 people or fewer and outdoor gatherings at 25% capacity. Idaho schools began allowing two fans per athlete into high school sporting events. The state had previously moved back to Stage 3 of reopening and reimposed restrictions including gathering restrictions and stricter rules for bars and restaurants, after being in the fourth and final phase for months.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 2,305 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,791 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.63% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Montana
Restrictions have been lifted in Montana
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Greg Gianforte said he will lift the statewide mask mandate put in place by his predecessor Steve Bullock on Feb. 12. Gianforte on Jan. 15 removed health mandates issued by Bullock, saying the restrictions are harmful to the state’s businesses. Restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and casinos are no longer subject to a 10 p.m. curfew. Gianforte also removed capacity limits for businesses: under Bullock, those venues were limited to 50% capacity.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020; ended on April 24, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 846 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 960 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.99% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
North Dakota
Restrictions ease in North Dakota
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Doug Borgum on March 9 announced an easing of coronavirus pandemic restrictions on some long-term care facilities. North Dakota’s mask mandate expired Jan. 18. Starting Jan. 8, restaurants, bars and event venues were allowed to operate at 65% capacity, not to exceed 200 people. Banquet, ballroom and event venues, which have been limited to 25% capacity, will be able to start operating at 50%. Borgum on Nov. 14 had mandated the wearing of masks in businesses and indoor spaces in their states, following increased pressure from doctors, nurses and other health care professionals.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Retail, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 585 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 582 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.24% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Minnesota
Restrictions ease slightly in Minnesota
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Tim Walz announced several rollbacks of coronavirus restrictions March 12, incluing increased gatherings limits of 15 people indoors or 50 people outdoors, starting March 15. The same day, bars and restaurants can increase to 75% of their indoor capacity and seat people in groups of four. Many other restrictions will ease in the coming weeks, including capacity limits for large indoor events and work-from-home requirements.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 27, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 7,381 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 5,417 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.38% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Wisconsin
Restrictions extended Wisconsin
Updated March 14, 2021
Wisconsin eased restrictions to allow more indoor visitation in nursing homes March 10. Gov. Tony Evers on Feb. 4 issued a new health emergency order requiring face masks in public indoor places just an hour after Wisconsin Republican lawmakers eliminated the same mandate. Evers on Nov. 10 signed an executive order asking Wisconsin reidents to stay home and encouraging businesses to take additional steps to protect workers, customers, and the surrounding community.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 26, 2020
Affected sectors: Parks, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,705 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 4,287 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.4% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Michigan
Restrictions ease in Michigan
Updated March 14, 2021
Restaurants can accept twice as many indoor diners, shops and businesses can also allow more customers and private gatherings may involve more people under a new state health order effective March 5. The state also eased mandates on nursing home visitors, allowing those who have received a negative COVID-19 test to visit their loved ones. Michigan began allowing indoor dining on a limited basis starting Feb. 1. Casinos, movie theaters, bowling alleys and similar venues were allowed to reopen Dec. 21, with some restrictions in place. High schools were allowed to resume in-person classes that week, as well.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on June 5, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 14,016 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 10,522 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.25% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
New York
Restrictions ease in New York
Updated March 14, 2021
New York took another step toward relaxing its COVID-19 policies March 3 by lifting the quarantine and COVID-19 testing restrictions on people who have been vaccinated within 90 days of their second inoculation. New York state will soon relax limits on gatherings at homes as well as smaller arts, entertainment and sporting venues as coronavirus cases continued to decline, Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The new rules will allow event venues of under 10,000 patrons to reopen at up to 33% capacity, up to a maximum of 100 people indoors and 200 people outdoors. If attendees can provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours before entry, those caps increase to 150 people and 500 people, respectively. It takes effect April 2. Further, new rules will allow social gatherings in public spaces of up to 100 people indoors or 200 people outdoors, up from the current 50 person cap. They will also allow 10 people indoors or 25 people outdoors at residential homes, up from the current 10. Those changes take effect March 22.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 22, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 46,712 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 50,784 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.58% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Connecticut
Restrictions ease in Connecticut
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Ned Lamont announced March 4 that Connecticut will lift capacity restrictions for many businesses starting March 19, though guidelines on masks, spacing and cleaning protocols will remain in effect. Restaurants still have an 11 p.m. curfew, and theater venues still have capacity limits of 50%.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 20, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 5,247 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 5,384 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.87% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Rhode Island
Restrictions ease in Rhode Island
Updated March 14, 2021
Starting March 12, restaurant tables can be closer together, patrons can sit at the bar past midnight (as long as they have food) and there are no longer any capacity limits on outdoor shopping, Gov. Dan McKee announced. Bigger changes are coming next week, including another loosening of the state’s social-gathering limit and permission for restaurants to reach 75% capacity, while offices can bring back half their workers. Rhode Island loosened social-gathering limits and allowed bar areas to reopen starting Feb. 12. Gov. Gina Raimondo lifted early closure rules for restaurants Jan. 29, two days earlier than initially planned.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 28, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 2,381 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,499 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.75% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Massachusetts
Restrictions ease in Massachusetts
Updated March 14, 2021
Massachusetts returned to Phase 3, Step 2 of reopening March 1, removing restrictions for restaurant capacity and allowing a number of indoor venues to reopen with restrictions. The state is slated to move to Phase 4 on March 22. Gov. Charlie Baker had previously increased capacity limits to restaurants, close-contact personal services, movie theaters, casinos, fitness centers and other spaces to 40% on Feb. 8. A 9:30 p.m. curfew on businesses and the state’s stay-at-home advisory expired Feb. 1.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 24, 2020; ended on May 18, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 10,952 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 10,208 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 2.31% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Oregon
Restrictions ease in Oregon
Updated March 14, 2021
Updated coronavirus restrictions are now in effect for more than a dozen Oregon counties as part of Gov. Kate Brown’s reopening plan, as of March 12. Brown also changed the process for counties facing moves back to “extreme risk” to allow a two-week extension, her office said March 4. “High risk” means indoor dining is allowed with reduced occupancy; inside visitation are allowed at long-term care facilities; and occupancy limits were expanded at churches, indoor fitness and entertainment venues. Brown allowed limited opening of gyms and other facilities offering indoor activities in counties considered at extreme risk of COVID-19 spread, beginning Jan. 29. Oregon relaxed guidelines for school reopenings on Jan. 19.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020
Affected sectors: Schools, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 2,332 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,688 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 2.87% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Nevada
Restrictions ease in Nevada
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Steve Sisolak signed a directive increasing capacity for conventions, trade shows and conferences to 50%. The capacity increase went into effect March 15. Indoor dining at restaurants and bars also increased that day, from 35% to 50%. Starting Feb. 15, Nevada’s capacity limits increased for many public spaces, including libraries, museums, art galleries, aquariums and zoos moved to 50% capacity. Sisolak strengthened Nevada’s mask mandate by requiring people to wear a face covering during private gatherings indoors and outdoors, and when around people who are not part of the immediate household.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 31, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 3,097 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,436 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 2.62% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Wyoming
Restrictions ease in Wyoming
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Mark Gordon will lift Wyoming’s mask mandate March 16, and will “resume normal operations” for bars, restaurants, theaters and gyms. The mask requirement has been in place since early December. Starting March 1, Wyoming lifted all restrictions on personal care businesses. Gordon on Feb. 15 had extended Wyoming’s face mask requirement, but loosened restrictions on restaurants, gyms and public gatherings. He lifted public health orders that required Wyoming bars and restaurants to close at 10 p.m. on Jan. 9, and gyms could increase capacity from 10 to 25 people.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Fitness
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 399 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 370 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.75% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
South Dakota
Restrictions ease in South Dakota
Updated March 14, 2021
In South Dakota prisons, phased scheduling with COVID-19 screening procedures will start March 8 and will roll through March 15, according to a memo by the South Dakota Department of Corrections sent to the incarcerated population and those on visitation lists. Gov. Kristi Noem has repeatedly said she won’t issue a statewide mask requirement and has voiced doubts about health experts who say face coverings prevent infections from spreading. Noem’s “Back to Normal Plan” lays out actions for residents, employers, schools and health care providers once four criteria categories are met, including a downward trajectory of documented coronavirus cases for 14 days in an area with sustained community spread.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Retail, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 1,034 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,162 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.31% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Iowa
Restrictions lifted in Iowa
Updated March 13, 2021
State officials on March 12 announced nursing homes can allow access to more visitors. Gov. Kim Reynolds lifted the state’s limited mask requirement Feb. 7, along with the social distancing requirements and other COVID-19 mitigation measures she had in place for businesses and social gatherings. Reynolds signed a requirement Jan. 28 for Iowa schools to give parents the option to send their children to school five days a week. As of Jan. 7, Iowa high schools no longer have to limit the amount of fans in attendance at sporting events.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 3,214 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 3,207 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.86% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Illinois
Restrictions ease in parts of Illinois
Updated March 13, 2021
All of Illinois moved into Phase 4 as of Feb. 4, the least-strict level before the economy is allowed to reopen completely. In Phase 4, indoor service at bars can resume, with an occupancy limit of 25% or 25 people, and only six people can be at a table at a time. Bars and restaurants must stop serving alcohol at 11 p.m., and must be closed by midnight under Phase 4 mitigations. Retail and personal care services have capacity limits of 50%.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 21, 2020; ended on May 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 10,988 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 11,644 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.89% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Indiana
Restrictions extended in Indiana
Updated March 13, 2021
Another 11 counties March 10 were shaded blue on the state’s advisory-level map. That means 42 of the state’s 92 counties now no longer face the state’s gathering capacity restrictions but must still obey social distancing and mask-wearing protocols. Blue counties will no longer face social gathering capacity restrictions, but they must obey social distancing and mask-wearing protocols. Counties in red or orange on the state’s coronavirus dashboard website now have a 25% capacity limit on social gatherings.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 1, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Gatherings
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 5,292 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 5,589 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.09% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Ohio
Restrictions ease in Ohio
Updated March 14, 2021
Ohio is on track to open access to COVID-19 vaccines to all adults by President Joe Biden’s May 1 milestone and could lift restrictions in the next “seven to eight weeks,” Gov. Mike DeWine said March 12. Ohio officials are moving to relax COVID-19 safety restrictions to permit school proms, graduations, weddings, sports and other spring events to accommodate more people. The state plans to soon announce guidelines for indoor venues to permit people at 25% of capacity while outdoor settings, such as sports stadiums, will be allowed to admit crowds of 30% of capacity. Bar and restaurant owners are looking forward to serving customers late at night again after a statewide 11 p.m. curfew expired Feb. 11.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 10,720 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 11,049 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.78% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Pennsylvania
Restrictions ease in Pennsylvania
Updated March 14, 2021
The state on March 1 revised its guidelines and will allow indoor venues to permit people at 15% of capacity while outdoor settings, such as sports stadiums, will be allowed to admit crowds of 20% of capacity. The 20% of maximum occupancy is permitted only if attendees and workers are able to comply with the 6-foot physical distancing requirement. Before, indoor events had been limited to 10 percent of maximum occupancy for a facility, with an absolute cap of 500, and outdoor venues had previously been limited to 15 percent of maximum occupancy, with an absolute cap of 2,500. Gov. Tom Wolf lifted his temporary ban on indoor dining and school sports, reopening fitness centers and other indoor recreational businesses as scheduled on Jan. 4.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 1, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 17,486 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 17,512 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.72% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
New Jersey
Restrictions ease in New Jersey
Updated March 14, 2021
New Jersey restaurants and businesses including gyms and salons will be able to increase their quantity of customers from 35% to 50% of capacity, Gov. Phil Murphy announced, effective March 19. Murphy loosened more gathering restrictions March 3, allowing indoor receptions to soon expand capacity limits to 35%, not exceed more than 150 people. As of Feb. 22, houses of worship around New Jersey could admit parishioners to up to 50% of their normal capacity. Large entertainment venues with 5,000 fixed seats or more were also allowed to open at 10% capacity for indoor events and 15% for outdoor venues starting March 1.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 21, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Parks
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 25,252 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 23,253 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.43% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
California
Restrictions ease in California
Updated March 13, 2021
State health officials March 11 issued rules allowing breweries and wineries that do not serve meals to reopen outdoors, while also setting a path for the reopening of bars. According to the updated rules, beginning this Saturday, breweries, wineries and distilleries that do not serve meals will be permitted to reopen outdoors in counties that are in the restrictive “purple” and “red” tiers of the four-tier Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Customers must have advance reservations and will be limited to 90 minutes, and all on-site alcoholic beverage consumption must end at 8 p.m.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 19, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Schools
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 23,813 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 32,336 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 5.84% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Utah
Restrictions ease in Utah
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Spencer Cox predicted gatherings without masks will be allowed by July, but said in early March that he does not want to lift all restrictions until more residents are vaccinated. High school sports were allowed to continue in December with restrictions. Former Gov. Gary Herbert on Nov. 23 lifted restrictions on social gatherings despite continued high rates of COVID-19 transmission and hospitalizations. Herbert had previously introduced a new tiered “Transmission Index” that will be used to place each Utah county into one of three levels of alert.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Gatherings, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,529 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 3,615 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.07% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Colorado
Restrictions ease in some Colorado counties
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Jared Polis and state health department Executive Director Jill Hunsaker Ryan released new metrics that will allow more counties to move into less-restrictive levels and make it easier for counties to move between restriction levels. Many counties eased into a less restrictive set of rules Jan. 4, reopening restaurants to limited indoor dining and once again allowing small personal gatherings. Businesses certified in the state’s 5-Star — or Level Up — program can operate under Level Blue restrictions, regardless of what level their county is operating under, if 70% of those age 70 and older have received at least one vaccine. Level Blue restrictions allow for greater capacity in restaurants, gyms, retail and other businesses.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 7,356 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 8,309 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.47% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Nebraska
Restrictions ease in Nebraska
Updated March 14, 2021
On Jan. 30, Nebraska moved from the “blue” to “green phase,” increasing capacity for indoor gatherings, including youth extracurricular activities, from 75% to 100%. The state had been in “blue” since Dec. 24.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 1,612 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,144 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.49% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Missouri
Restrictions have been lifted in Missouri
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Mike Parson let his statewide social distancing order lapse June 9, leaving it to local governments to impose limits on public life amid the coronavirus outbreak. In areas without their own orders, the decision means social distancing requirements for restaurants and retailers will end and people will no longer be legally required to stay 6 feet apart from non-family members in public.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 6, 2020; ended on May 3, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,788 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 4,297 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.44% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Kentucky
Restrictions ease in Kentucky
Updated March 14, 2021
After two and a half months of capacity restrictions for indoor businesses sitting firmly at 50%, Gov. Andy Beshear announced March 1 those limits would be increased to 60%. Beginning March 5, businesses like bars, restaurants, gyms, salons and movie theaters were allowed to operate at 60% capacity. Kentucky schools must reopen to some form of in-person instruction by the end of March after Gov. Andy Beshear signed state legislation into law March 4.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 26, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 5,506 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 6,087 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.26% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
West Virginia
Restrictions tighten in West Virginia
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Jim Justice ordered to loosen pandemic restrictions on March 5 at restaurants, bars and most businesses to allow full capacity at those establishments where social distancing is possible. The state’s mask mandate will remain in effect.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 4, 2020
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 2,023 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,590 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.71% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Virginia
Restrictions ease in Virginia
Updated March 14, 2021
The Virginia Department of Education updated its re-opening guidance for schools, with a focus on a gradual approach and in-person learning for as much as capacity allows. Beginning March 1, the midnight-to-5 a.m. curfew was removed, and outdoor gatherings at non-sports or entertainment venues were raised from 10 people to 25 people. The capacity for outdoor sports and/or entertainment venues, such as baseball diamonds and amphitheaters, could increase to 30% of the facilities’ capacities, not to exceed 1,000 people. Gov. Ralph Northram on Feb. 17 increased the number of people who can attend outdoor sporting events to 250 people.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on June 10, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 9,035 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 9,650 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.43% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Maryland
Restrictions ease in Maryland
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Larry Hogan lifted capacity limits at Maryland’s restaurants, gyms, houses of worship and other venues, effective March 12, as COVID-19 metrics continue to improve and more residents slowly gain access to vaccines. Large outdoor and indoor venues, including wedding spaces, theaters and sporting facilities, could also expand their capacity to 50%. Restaurants and bars in Maryland could stay open past 10 p.m. starting Feb. 1. Hogan on Jan. 21 called on all schools in the state to resume in-person learning by March 1, if not sooner.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Outdoor recreation, Beaches
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 6,122 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 5,220 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.64% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Delaware
Restrictions ease in Delaware
Updated March 13, 2021
Delaware on March 3 announced it will begin to allow visitors at long-term care facilities. In February, Gov. John Carney eased gathering limits to public indoor events and gyms. The new rules allow for a maximum of 25 people or 50% of the stated fire occupancy restrictions, whichever is less, though organizers may submit a plan to the Division of Public Health to host larger events up to 150 people. Outdoor gatherings are limited to 50 people or up to 250 with an approved plan from DPH. Capacity limits at restaurants and other indoor venues will loosened Feb. 12. Curfew for Delaware bars and restaurants ended Jan. 8, and the state eased restrictions on sports competitions. Delaware requires people who are indoors with anyone outside their immediate household to wear a mask. This is in addition to the state’s current mask order, which requires everyone out in public to wear a mask.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 2,027 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,555 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.17% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Arizona
Restrictions ease in Arizona
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Doug Ducey on March 5 announced he would relax emergency restrictions previously placed on businesses. While mask and physical distancing requirements will not change, businesses including bars, restaurants, gyms, theaters and water parks can now operate at full capacity. Ducey ordered all schools return to in-person learning by March 15, saying “students need to be back in the classroom.”
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Health, Retail
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 6,289 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 9,672 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.13% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
New Mexico
Restrictions ease in New Mexico
Updated March 14, 2021
New Mexico loosened some public health restrictions on business and public activities Feb. 24, adjusting the state’s framework of public health orders based on county-level prevalence of COVID-19 and test positivity. Additionally, the state has added a color to its red-yellow-green scheme measuring county-level transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, a step Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham had predicted in her most recent news conference on the pandemic response. The new Turquoise level will indicate the lowest level of restrictions on business activity and gathering. More school districts in New Mexico could bring students back to classrooms in early February. New Mexico also now allows college teams to practice in New Mexico as long as they are following testing protocols.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 24, 2020; ended on May 15, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 1,389 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,790 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.98% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Kansas
Restrictions ease in Kansas
Updated March 14, 2021
The Kansas State Department of Education now recommends the state’s school districts allow middle and high school students to return to five-day-a-week, in-person classes — if certain health precautions are followed. Gov. Laura Kelly extended the expiration date of Kansas’ COVID-19 emergency declaration to March 31. Of note, however, will be new, more permanent restrictions on the Democratic governor’s emergency powers by the majority-GOP Legislature. Kelly won’t be able to issue any emergency orders shutting down businesses or limiting gatherings.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 3, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 1,807 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,191 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.69% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Arkansas
Restrictions ease in Arkansas
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Feb. 26 said he is changing his public health directives to guidelines, meaning they will no longer be mandatory. The exception is the mask mandate which will continue through March 31 but will end if certain conditions are met. Hutchinson lifted some restrictions Feb. 16 on indoor and outdoor events.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Health, Fitness
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 2,125 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,403 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.96% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Tennessee
Restrictions ease in Tennessee
Updated March 14, 2021
Tennessee lifted its state-specific visitation restrictions to long-term care facilities, effective Feb. 28. Gov. Bill Lee added grandparents of athletes and teachers to the list of fans eligible to attend high school sports contests, including basketball and wrestling. A new executive order (No. 74) allows that game, school and facility administrators along with athletic officials can still attend games along with coaching and team personnel. Parents and guardians along with other immediate household members are also allowed to attend. The order also does away with a 10-person public gathering restriction in place since Dec. 20. Lee recommends county mayors enact mask mandates.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 2, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 6,168 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 8,480 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.04% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
North Carolina
Restrictions ease in North Carolina
Updated March 14, 2021
Outdoor stadiums were allowed to operate at 30 percent capacity beginning Feb. 26, an easing of restrictions that previously capped outdoor gatherings at 100 people. Indoor sporting events are also allowed to have crowds at 30 percent capacity with a maximum of 250 spectators under the new executive order. Indoor events currently have a 25-fan limit. Bars and taverns may also reopen. Gyms, museums, aquariums, barbers, retail establishments, restaurants, breweries and wineries may all operate at 50% capacity with safety protocols still in place. For restaurants, that keeps capacity stable. But a new executive order also relaxes restrictions on alcohol sales, moving the stop time for on-site beverage sales from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 30, 2020; ended on May 8, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Entertainment
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 10,539 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 13,628 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.1% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
South Carolina
Restrictions ease in South Carolina
Updated March 14, 2021
Starting March 1, limits on mass gatherings were lifted in South Carolina, and bars and restaurants are allowed to resume selling alcohol after 11 p.m. South Carolina restaurants could operate at full capacity inside their dining rooms, as of Oct. 2. Residents of South Carolina’s nursing homes and assisted-living facilities are able to visit with their loved ones again — but only outside — under guidelines. Movie theaters, arenas, stadiums and other large venues throughout South Carolina can reopen with severe restrictions.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 7, 2020; ended on May 12, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 7,556 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 9,042 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.16% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
D.C.
Restrictions ease in DC
Updated March 13, 2021
Some museums in D.C. are reopening, while the Smithsonians remain closed. Indoor dining could resume in D.C. starting Jan. 22. The ban had started Dec. 23, along with closures to museums and libraries. Mayor Murial Bowser announced “adjustments” to D.C.’s phase two reopening guidelines Nov. 23, including limits to indoor and outdoor gatherings, restrictions to indoor group exercise classes, and prohibiting restaurants to sell alcohol after 10 p.m.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 1, 2020; ended on May 29, 2020
Affected sectors: Restaurants, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 1,092 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 821 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 1.47% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Oklahoma
Restrictions lifted in Oklahoma
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Kevin Stitt announced March 11 he will roll back his few remaining COVID-19 restrictions, including limits on public gatherings and a mandate that masks be worn in state buildings. With the order effective March 12, the following restrictions will be eliminated: limits on public gatherings, attendance limits at indoor sporting events and a mandate that state employees working and visitors to state buildings wear masks.
Stay-at-home order: Never issued
Affected sectors: Cosmetology, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,486 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 4,489 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.66% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Louisiana
Restrictions ease in Louisiana
Updated March 14, 2021
State officials on March 12 announced loosened restrictions for indoor visitation at nursing homes. Weeks earlier, Louisiana bars could open and live indoor music returned for the first time in more than a year, after Gov. John Bel Edwards eased COVID-19 restrictions but left his statewide mask mandate in place. Edwards announced his decision March 2 to move a Phase 3 reopening as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations have plummeted over the past month. Starting March 3, restaurants, gyms and other events could increase capacity.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 23, 2020; ended on May 14, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,608 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 3,685 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.58% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Mississippi
Restrictions ease in Mississippi
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Tate Reeves signed a new executive order removing all mask mandates in Mississippi, deciding to instead encourage mask-wearing and other restrictions rather than mandating them. The order goes into effect at 5 p.m. March 3. The only rules that will remain in this order are a capacity limit of 50% on indoor arenas, and those that govern K-12 schools.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 3, 2020; ended on May 11, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 3,199 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 2,786 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.43% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Alabama
Restrictions ease in Alabama
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Kay Ivey on March 4 made what she said would be a final extension of the state mask order to fight COVID-19, while loosening some restrictions aimed at containing the outbreak. The state will keep its mask mandate in place until April 9, and Ivey said she does not expect to renew it after that date. But restrictions on the number of people who can eat at restaurant tables and outdoor programs at senior citizen centers will be lifted, and up to two caregivers or visitors will be allowed to visit people in hospitals and nursing homes.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 4, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Beaches
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 3,854 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 6,567 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.13% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Georgia
Restrictions extended in Georgia
Updated March 13, 2021
Gov. Brian Kemp on extended Georgia’s state of emergency to April 6, and extended the state’s guidelines to March 15, with some adjustments.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 3, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Fitness, Cosmetology
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 10,299 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 16,966 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.1% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Hawaii
Restrictions are easing in Hawaii
Updated March 13, 2021
Hawaii lawmakers are considering a bill that would standardize the state’s pandemic travel restrictions across the islands, a departure from the current system that allows individual counties to create their own modified safety measures. Officials at the state’s Department of Education said they hope to have all elementary students attending school in-person on a daily basis by March 22.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 25, 2020; ended on May 31, 2020
Affected sectors: Beaches, Health
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 447 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 348 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 3.4% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Texas
Restrictions lifted in Texas
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott said March 2 it’s time to “open Texas 100%” and end the statewide mask order, citing declining hospitalizations across the state as more people are vaccinated against the coronavirus. Abbott issued a new executive order, which will take effect March 10 and rescind most of his earlier orders, including restrictions on business occupancy and the July 2 statewide mask order. In some hospital regions, restaurants and private businesses have been required to reduce capacity from 75% to 50%, and any bars that were allowed to open under previous guidance from Abbott were required to close.
Stay-at-home order: Started April 2, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Retail, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 31,904 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 42,545 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 0.07% more than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Florida
Restrictions have been lifted in Florida
Updated March 13, 2021
Florida has not implemented any new restrictions. On Nov. 25, DeSantis extended a September executive order aimed at preventing business shutdowns during the pandemic. The order barred local emergency ordinances that could “prevent an individual from working or from operating a business.” It also prevented local governments from requiring restaurants to operate below 50% indoor capacity and required local governments to quantify the economic impact and the public-health need for limits on indoor capacity below 100%.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 20, 2020; ended on April 30, 2020
Affected sectors: Beaches, Outdoor recreation
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is shrinking, with 31,813 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 35,774 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 2.17% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.
Puerto Rico
Restrictions ease in Puerto Rico
Updated March 14, 2021
Gov. Pedro Pierluisi announced Puerto Rico public and private schools that comply with Health Department guidelines can return to in-person classes beginning March 1. Pierluisi on Jan. 5 said he would reopen beaches, marinas and pools, eliminate a Sunday lockdown and shorten a curfew that has been in place since the pandemic began to control the number of COVID-19 cases. Pierluisi stressed alcohol will be banned at beaches and other places, and that social distancing is required between people who are not family members, with no large groups allowed to gather. Meanwhile, the new curfew will run from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. and face masks remain mandatory.
Stay-at-home order: Started March 15, 2020; ended on May 3, 2020
Affected sectors: Beaches, Restaurants
Caseload: The number of confirmed new cases is growing, with 1,668 for the seven days ending March 14 compared to 1,030 the seven days prior.
Mobility: For the seven days ending March 11, 2021, the share of residents leaving their homes was about 7.65% less than the seven days prior, data from SafeGraph show.