Special Report
Every State's Rules for COVID-19 Social Distancing
April 10, 2020 7:35 pm
Last Updated: April 11, 2020 9:04 am
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Kansas
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 38.3 per 100,000 — 12th lowest (Total: 1,116)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 42
> Days between first case (3/7/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/30/2020): 23
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/7/2020: 23.7% for 33 days
A temporary, statewide stay-home order is in effect until April 19. Residents can only go out to see a doctor, buy groceries, or care for elderly relatives. Outdoor activities are allowed only if people maintain a distance of 6 feet from people who don’t live in the same household.
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Kentucky
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 34.1 per 100,000 — 8th lowest (Total: 1,525)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 84
> Days between first case (3/6/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/26/2020): 20
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/6/2020: 24.1% for 34 days
Travel from Kentucky to other states is limited. Residents can leave the state only to care for loved ones, see a doctor, to work, if they have a court order, or to get groceries. If they leave for other reasons, they have to self-quarantine for 14 days.
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Louisiana
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 392.3 per 100,000 — 3rd highest (Total: 18,283)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 702
> Days between first case (3/9/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/23/2020): 14
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/9/2020: 37.2% for 31 days
An order directing all Louisiana residents to shelter at home and limit movements outside beyond essential needs is in effect. Residents can only work from home unless they are providing essential services. Nonessential businesses are closed to the public. The stay-at-home order has been extended until April 30.
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Maine
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 41.8 per 100,000 — 16th lowest (Total: 560)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 16
> Days between first case (3/12/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (4/2/2020): 21
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/12/2020: 25.4% for 28 days
An executive order requiring travelers to the state to self quarantine for 14 days is in effect at least until April 30. All lodging businesses are suspended. Until May 1, everyone is required to stay home at all times unless for an essential job or an essential personal reason.
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Maryland
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 102.4 per 100,000 — 14th highest (Total: 6,185)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 139
> Days between first case (3/5/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/30/2020): 25
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/5/2020: 24.4% for 35 days
Dodging physical distancing rules can result in fines or jail time. Businesses deemed essential, including auto repair shops to certain manufacturers, can remain open. Local school districts will continue to implement distance learning options. People can hunt, fish, and crab for food, but follow social distancing guidelines.
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