When All 50 States Plan to Reopen Amid Coronavirus

Health officials across the nation have warned Americans about a second wave of coronavirus cases.

Now, as stay-home orders relax and reopening plans advance to later phases, some states are seeing a rise in COVID-19 infections.

At least 19 states are currently experiencing a trend of new increasing cases, according to a CNN report.

One of these states, Arizona, is bracing for impact, with officials urging hospitals to activate emergency plans. Dr. Cara Christ, the state's Director of Health Services, has asked that hospitals "be judicious" in elective surgeries to guarantee bed capacity.

While 24 U.S. states are trending downward in their COVID rates, seven states remain steady. Additionally, since Memorial Day, hospitalizations for the virus have increased in at least 12 states, including Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas and Utah.

As of Thursday morning, the U.S. surpassed 2 million cases of the virus, with more than 112,000 deaths, reports NPR.

While many states have loosened stay-home restrictions, health officials worry that high rates may return amid a lack of vaccine and more people congregating in public, including for ongoing protests in the wake of George Floyd's death.

This week, Dr. Anthony Fauci called the COVID-19 pandemic his "worst nightmare," while warning that the crisis "isn't over yet." Speaking to biotech executives at a Biotechnology Innovation Organization conference, Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said he was "almost certain" at least one of the COVID-19 vaccines being developed would be a success.

With no one-size-fits-all federal recommendation, all 50 states are taking the lead on their own local orders. Find out what phase your state is in the reopening process below.

Governor Kay Ivey issued an amended Safer at Home Order that is in effect from 5 p.m. on May 22 to 5 p.m. on July 3.

The latest Safer at Home order allows additional activities and business to open in line with social distancing and sanitation rules, including athletic activities, educational institutions, child care facilities, summer camps and entertainment venues such as arcades, theaters and bowling alleys.

As of May 22, Alaska is in Phase 3 of reopening.

The state is "open for business" according to an announcement, with all businesses, houses of worship, libraries, museums, and recreational and sports activities open.

Certain restrictions still apply, including restricted access for senior centers, prisons, and institutions. Any proposed large public gatherings such as festivals and concerts need to consult first with public health before scheduling.

Arizona's Stay at Home Order expired on May 15, replaced by new state guidance.

According to the governor's site: "Arizona's new Executive Order, which takes effect on Saturday, May 16, builds on Arizona's comprehensive efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect public health, including: ramping up testing availability and frequency; implementing tracking of key health metrics such as reported symptomatic cases and emergency room usage; standing up surge hospital capacity to be used as needed; expanding statewide contact tracing; bolstering supply chains for personal protective equipment for frontline medical workers and emergency responders; implementing enhanced safety protocols to protect those living and working in high-risk facilities such as nursing homes; and providing public health guidance for businesses and individuals to ensure continued physical distancing."

The state of California issued a stay-at-home order on March 19.

As of June 4, the state has been in Phase 2, "where retail, related logistics and manufacturing, office workplaces, limited personal services, outdoor museums, child care, and essential businesses can open with modifications. The state is issuing guidance to help these workplaces reopen safely."

According to the state website, Colorado is in Level 3: Safer at Home and in the Vast, Great Outdoors.

Connecticut remains in Phase 1 of its reopening plan.

Phase 2 is set to begin on June 17, under which the following can reopen: amusement parks, hotels/lodging, restaurants (current table limit is 25), museums, zoos, aquariums, recreation (e.g., bowling, movie theaters, etc.), libraries, outdoor events, personal services (e.g., nail salons, tattoo parlors, etc.), sports and fitness facilities (e.g., gyms, fitness centers, pools, etc.).

DC launched Phase 1 on May 29. While some establishments and public spaces have reopened, gatherings of more than 10 people are still prohibited.

On June 5, Florida entered Phase 2, which eases restrictions on gyms, bars and movie theaters, among other businesses.

Phase 1 of Georgia's reopening plan lifted some restrictions, but social distancing, sanitation and public health safety measures remain in effect until June 12, reports ABC.

Idaho is in Stage 3 of reopening, under which businesses opening their doors in various stages of the Idaho Rebound plan should have operational plans in place to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19. These include encouraging telework. Gatherings of 10-50 people can occur.

As of June 3, the entire state of Illinois, including Chicago, is in Phase 3. According to the state plan, "Manufacturing, offices, retail, barbershops and salons can reopen to the public with capacity and other limits and safety precautions. Gatherings of 10 people or fewer are permitted. Face coverings and social distancing are the norm."

On June 12, Gov. Eric Holcomb will move Indiana into Stage 4 of the state's 5-part plan to reopen, reports IndyStar. Stage 4 will continue to relax certain restrictions, including the ability to resume work at office buildings and bars reopening at 50% capacity. But Holcomb has emphasized that residents should continue to wear masks and follow social distancing rules.

On June 8, Gov. Laura Kelly recommended that most local communities consider moving into Phase 3 of Kansas' reopening plan, reports KNSS. Phase 3 makes the following recommendations to county officials:

—Mass gatherings of more than 45 individuals are not recommended;—All education, activities, venues and establishments may operate and are recommended to follow all public health guidelines;—On-site staffing has no recommended restrictions;—Nonessential travel may resume, provided travelers follow KDHE travel and quarantine guidelines for travel to high-risk areas;—As always, Kansans should continue to adhere to hygiene and social distancing protocols

Gov. Andy Beshear announced that restaurants and retailers can reopen at 50% capacity one month after their original date of reopening their doors, reports WDRB. Kentucky restaurants were allowed to reopen at 33% indoor capacity on May 22 as part of the second phase of easing COVID-19 restrictions

Louisiana began Phase 2 of its reopening plan on June 5. Per the governor's office: "In Phase 2, churches, places of worship and many more businesses will be able to operate at 50 percent capacity with social distancing, masks for public-facing employees and increased sanitation. In addition, the state strongly recommends that businesses consider offering temperature checks before a person can enter and posting the symptoms of COVID-19 outside with a request that symptomatic individuals not enter."

On June 10, Gov. Larry Hogan announced the state can proceed with more Stage Two reopening plans. This includes opening restaurants for indoor dining and opening gyms, casinos and malls next week.

On June 8, the following businesses were eligible to reopen in Step One of Phase II, with contingencies:

—Retail, with occupancy limits;—Childcare facilities and day camps, with detailed guidance;—Restaurants, outdoor table service only;—Hotels and other lodgings, no events, functions or meetings;—Warehouses and distribution centers;—Personal services without close physical contact, such as home cleaning, photography, window washing, career coaching and education tutoring;—Post-secondary, higher education, vocational-tech and occupation schools for the purpose of completing graduation requirements;—Youth and adult amateur sports, with detailed guidance;—Outdoor recreation facilities;—Professional sports practices, no games or public admissions;—Non-athletic youth instructional classes in arts, education or life skills and in groups of less than 10;—Driving and flight schools Outdoor historical spaces, no functions, gatherings or guided tours;—Funeral homes, with occupancy limits

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has moved Michigan to Stage 4 of its reopening plan, reports WWJ.

Restaurants and bars can resume dine-in service on June 8 — with limited seating and other COVID-19 safety measures in place. Bars and restaurants will only be allowed to operate at half capacity, with groups sitting at least 6 feet apart, and servers will be required to wear masks, under the governor's latest executive order.

Libraries and museums will be allowed to reopen on June 8, and the governor is easing limits on gatherings. Groups of up to 100 people can gather outside as long as they practice social distancing under a new executive order signed Monday, and drive-in movie theaters will be allowed to reopen.

Shopping will also open up a bit more, with retailers allowed to reopen with limited store capacities, without an appointment, this Thursday, June 4.

Minnesota entered Phase 3 of its reopening plan on June 10.

Social settings: Gatherings of 25 or less outdoors, gatherings of 10 or less indoors. Drive-in gatherings per MDH guidelines.

Businesses can open, but must telework if possible.

Retails and restaurants can reopen at 50% capacity.

Gyms, indoor events and entertainment can reopen at 25% capacity.

Gov. Mike Parson entered the state into Phase 2 on May 4, allowed businesses to reopen with social distancing guidelines and limits on the number of people allowed to enter buildings. Those second-phase restrictions are set to expire June 15, according to Webster County Citizen.

Montana entered Phase 2 of its reopening plan on June 1. According to an order from Gov. Steve Bullock, this includes:

On June 1, Nebraska entered Phase 2 of its reopening plan in all counties except Hall, Hamilton, Merrick and Dakota, reports KMTV. Under this phase:

—Gatherings will be limited to the greater of 25 people (excluding staff) or 25% of rated occupancy (not to exceed 3,000)—Bars and restaurants can reopen at 50% capacity—Gyms, personal services, and wedding venues can reopen to the greater of 25 people (excluding staff) or 50% of rated occupancy.

Through the Stay at Home 2.0 plan, Gov. Chris Sununu has outlined the following reopening targets:

—June 5: attractions, beaches, golf courses, lodging—June 15: restaurants, weddings—June 22: day camps—June 28: overnight camps

Gov. Phil Murphy has set a June 15 target for Phase 2. The following are slated to open soon, according to NorthJersey.com:

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a phased reopening plan, with the following changes having taken into effect on June 1:

—Drive-in theaters may reopen under COVID-Safe Practices;—Nine additional state parks will reopen for day-use only beginning May 30, with five more opening June 1, some with capacity limits;—Indoor malls, hair and nail salons, barber shops, tattoo parlors and massage services may begin operating at 25 percent occupancy;—Shopping mall food courts must remain closed, and loitering is prohibited;—Salons and other personal-service businesses must operate on a by-appointment basis, per the amended order. Waiting rooms will remain closed; clients will not be allowed to enter until time for their appointment;—Hotels may operate at 50 percent of maximum occupancy under COVID-Safe Practices;—Gyms allowed to reopen at 50 percent occupancy. Personal training is permitted for up to two trainees;—Group fitness classes are still prohibited, as are sparring, grappling, wrestling and other forms of person-to-person contact training;—Swimming pools may reopen for lap swimming and lessons of up to two students;—Bars – defined as food and beverage service establishments that derived more than 50 percent of their revenue in the prior calendar year from the sale of alcoholic beverages – remain temporarily closed, although breweries and wineries can do curbside pickup where permitted by their licenses;—Retailers and houses of worship may operate at 25 percent of maximum occupancy in accordance with COVID-Safe Practices.

North Carolina entered Phase 2 on May 22, which reopened more businesses to limited capacity including retail (50%), gatherings (10-person limit indoors, 25-person limit outdoors), child care, restaurants (50%), barbers and salons (50%), and venues, pools and day camps (open but with restrictions).

As of June 5, an order from the state ordered the following businesses to remain closed:

—K-12 schools

—Older adult day care services and senior centers

—Adult day support or vocational habilitation services in congregate settings

—Rooming and boarding houses, and workers' camps

As of June 5, about half of Pennsylvania counties are in the yellow phase while about the other half are in the green phase.

According to guidance, during the yellow phase, "some restrictions on work and social interaction will ease while others, such as closures of schools, gyms, and other indoor recreation centers, hair and nail salons, as well as limitations around large gatherings, remain in place."

McMaster's stay-at-home executive order expired on May 4.Reopened

Retail

Retail stores

Outdoor and recreation

Beaches, piers, docks, etc.; Gyms; Pools

Food and drink

Restaurant dining

Personal care

Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order announcing the state would enter Phase 3 of the state's reopening plan. The directives expanded upon businesses and activities included in the first two phases of the Open Texas plan.

The majority of Utah counties are currently in the Low-Risk Yellow Phase, while three counties — Bluff, Mexican Hat, and Salt Lake City — are in the Moderate-Risk Orange Phase.

Virginia is currently in Phase 2 of its reopening plan. According to the state site, the following businesses can operate with restrictions during this phase:

—Restaurants and beverage services may operate at 50% occupancy load with at least six feet of spacing between tables.—Farmers markets may operate as long as six feet of separation can be maintained between guests (including between tables and persons on public sidewalks).—Non-essential retail may operate at 50% occupancy load.—Personal care and personal grooming services may operate at 50% occupancy load by appointment only, with no more than two clients per service provider.—Fitness centers, gymnasiums, recreation centers, indoor sports facilities, and indoor exercise facilities may operate at up to 30% occupancy load with at least ten feet of spacing between individuals.—Indoor and outdoor swimming pools may open for exercise, diving, and instruction only with at least 10 feet of physical distance between individuals in the pool.—Private campgrounds may operate with at least 20 feet of separation between lots used for stays of less than 14 days.—Campgrounds may continue to operate lots that are reserved for stays longer than 14 days.—Outdoor performing arts venues, concert venues, and movie theaters (excluding drive-in entertainment) may operate if the number of patrons does not exceed the lesser of 50% occupancy load (if there is an occupancy limit) or 50 patrons.—Properly permitted businesses may operate a drive-in model, where cars are parked at least six feet apart and participants must remain in their vehicle—Museums, Botanical Gardens, Aquariums, Zoos may open at 50% occupancy with no shared objects or touch-based interactive exhibits

On May 29, Gov. Jay Inslee issued an updated, county-by-county based "Safe Start" plan. Beginning June 8, most employees will be required to wear a cloth facial covering or face mask, except when working alone in an office, vehicle, or at a job site. (Exceptions include individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who communicate with someone who relies on language cues such as facial markers and expression and mouth movements as a part of communication.) Employers must provide cloth facial coverings to employees, unless their exposure dictates a higher level of protection.

On June 8, West Virginia initiated Week 7 of Gov. Jim Justice's comeback plan. Operations permitted to resume on that date included:

According to the governor's office: "Updated public health orders that take effect June 15 will continue to ease restrictions on public gatherings in Wyoming, Governor Mark Gordon announced today. The updated orders allow indoor gatherings of up to 250 people with restrictions, permit parades to occur (with appropriate social distancing), and allow K-12 schools, community colleges, the University, and other educational institutions to reopen facilities and resume in-person instruction for all students."

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