Alabama’s March 27, 2020 Statewide Order – Social Distancing
April 1, 2020
Here is a summary of the Alabama’s March 27, 2020 COVID-19 Public Health Order:
1. Effective March 28, 2020 at 5:00 P.M., no more non-work related gatherings of 10 persons
or more; the 10-person restriction applies to employers.
2. Effective March 28, 2020 at 5:00 P.M., “non-essential” businesses are closed
- Entertainment venues (theaters, clubs)
- Athletic facilities and activities (gyms, pools)
- Close-contact service providers (barbers, salons, spas)
- Retail stores (furniture, clothing, books)
3. Effective March 19, 2020, at 5:00 P.M., all beaches are closed
4. Effective Friday, March 20, 2020, all regular programs at Senior Citizen Centers are done except providing meals through curbside pick-up or delivery.
5. Effective Friday, March 27, 2020, schools are closed:
- NO In-person teaching or classes at all schools, public and private
- Employees can work from home or maintain flexible work schedules. If working from home is not possible, the employee must practice social distancing and follow public health guidelines.
- EXCEPTION–daytime special activities programs provided by local boards of education for children, ages 6 through 12, of First Responders and Licensed Healthcare Providers, and essential employees.
- All child day care centers are closed
6. Effective Friday, March 27, 2020, no more visitation at all Hospitals and Nursing Home/Long Term Care Facilities, except for compassionate care situations such as maternity and end-of-life.
7. Effective March 28, 2020 at 5:00 P.M., all dental, medical, or surgical procedures shall
be postponed except for emergencies or procedures needed to prevent serious harm
8. Effective March 19, 2020, at 5:00 P.M., restaurants and bars are closed, except for take-out or delivery with social distancing protocols. Restaurants are strongly encouraged to offer online ordering and curbside pick-up
9. This Order shall remain in full force and effect until 5:00 P.M. on April 17, 2020.
Prior to 5:00 P.M. on April 17, 2020, the Governor will decide whether to extend or relax the Order.
This is a rapidly evolving situation. We update as soon as possible.
Useful Links:
https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/legal/assets/order-socialdistancing-signed-032720.pdf
https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/legal/orders.html#jefferson
https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/legal/assets/soe-covid19-instruction-032620.pdf
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