Special Report
Every State’s Rules for Staying at Home and Social Distancing
May 29, 2020 6:18 pm
Last Updated: June 8, 2020 9:44 am
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South Dakota
> Confirmed COVID-19 cases as of May 27: 534 per 100,000 people — 14th highest (total: 4,710)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of May 27: 6 per 100,000 people — 13th lowest (total: 54)
> Tests as of May 27: 4,308 per 100,000 people — 25th lowest (total: 38,006)
> Date of first confirmed case: 3/10/2020
> Est. peak date: 4/28/2020 (est. 251 active infections)
> Population: 882,235
The state never issued a statewide stay-at-home order, but it did institute some restrictions on gathering and businesses. Gov. Kristi Noem issued an order that requires state residents to observe social distancing and CDC-recommended hygiene practices through May 31. Nonessential medical procedures have also been postponed through that date. Businesses will be allowed to reopen if the surrounding area has reported a downward trend in cases for two weeks.
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Tennessee
> Confirmed COVID-19 cases as of May 27: 315 per 100,000 people — 25th lowest (total: 21,306)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of May 27: 5 per 100,000 people — 10th lowest (total: 353)
> Tests as of May 27: 6,051 per 100,000 people — 12th highest (total: 409,630)
> Date of first confirmed case: 3/5/2020
> Est. peak date: 4/26/2020 (est. 1,011 active infections)
> Population: 6,770,010
The stay-at-home order expired on April 30. A safer-at-home order is now in effect until May 29. Many businesses were allowed to open in the meanwhile. Restaurants have been allowed to offer in-person but limited-capacity dining. Noncontact sports, like baseball, golf, or tennis, were allowed to resume on May 22, as was higher education. This order applies to 89 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. The most populated areas of the state will decide when to reopen on their own.
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Texas
> Confirmed COVID-19 cases as of May 27: 202 per 100,000 people — 11th lowest (total: 57,921)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of May 27: 5 per 100,000 people — 11th lowest (total: 1,562)
> Tests as of May 27: 2,981 per 100,000 people — 7th lowest (total: 855,674)
> Date of first confirmed case: 2/12/2020
> Est. peak date: 5/21/2020 (est. 7,036 active infections)
> Population: 28,701,845
The stay-at-home order expired on April 30. Zoos and water parks were allowed to reopen on May 29 at a limited capacity. Bars, as well as aquariums and natural caverns, were allowed to open after May 22. Barbershops, hair salons, and tanning salons were allowed to resume operations starting on May 8. Gyms reopened starting May 18 at 25% occupancy, and recreational sports programs will be allowed to start May 31. Pro sports events will also be allowed May 31, with 25% capacity, for outdoor venues. Teachers and students will be allowed to return for summer school June 1.
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Utah
> Confirmed COVID-19 cases as of May 27: 275 per 100,000 people — 22nd lowest (total: 8,706)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of May 27: 3 per 100,000 people — 5th lowest (total: 105)
> Tests as of May 27: 6,347 per 100,000 people — 9th highest (total: 200,626)
> Date of first confirmed case: 2/25/2020
> Est. peak date: 4/19/2020 (est. 399 active infections)
> Population: 3,161,105
The state never issued a statewide stay-at-home order. A stay safe, stay home directive expired on May 1. In-restaurant dining, gyms, and salons can now open. Gatherings of up to 20 people are allowed. Statewide restrictions on elective surgeries and procedures were lifted as of April 21. Malls and national parks can reopen under tight restrictions. Hours may vary and occupancy might be limited.
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Vermont
> Confirmed COVID-19 cases as of May 27: 155 per 100,000 people — 8th lowest (total: 971)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of May 27: 9 per 100,000 people — 19th lowest (total: 54)
> Tests as of May 27: 4,950 per 100,000 people — 15th highest (total: 30,999)
> Date of first confirmed case: 3/7/2020
> Est. peak date: 3/30/2020 (est. 179 active infections)
> Population: 626,299
The stay-at-home order expired on May 15. The state of emergency was extended until June 15. Everyone has to work remotely when possible. As of May 11, construction has been fully allowed as long as safety measures — wearing masks and practicing good hygiene — are followed. Retail and lodging businesses can start reopening. Hair salons and outdoor dining at restaurants can resume after June 1.
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