Gov. Greg Abbott opened Monday’s press conference on Phase 2 of reopening Texas by saying that each day is one day closer to getting to a medical discovery to cure COVID-19.
Valid Friday, May 22, bars are allowed to open at 25% capacity, and restaurants can operate at 50% capacity.
Meanwhile, Texas has cleared personal service businesses, businesses in office buildings, and childcare services, and they can open effective immediately.
On May 31, summer camps and professional sports teams can resume operations.
Gyms across Texas were allowed to reopen on Monday with extensive guidelines in place.
Gov. Abbott said Monday that it is his job to reopen the state and coexist with the pandemic safely. Abbott also cautioned that seniors should stay home if possible as he launches Phase 2 of his reopening plan.
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Texans should stay home when sick, wash your hands frequently, and practice social distancing.
New, in effect Sunday, May 31
- Day Youth Camp Operators
- Day Youth Camp Families
- Overnight Youth Camp Operators
- Overnight Youth Camp Families
- Professional Sports Without In-Person Spectators
New, in effect Friday, May 22, 2020
- Bars
- Bar Patrons
- Bowling Alleys, Bingo Halls, Simulcasting, Skating Rinks
- Bowling, Bingo, Simulcasting, Skating Customers
- Rodeo / Equestrian Events
- Zoos, Aquariums, Natural Caverns
- Zoo, Aquarium, Natural Cavern Visitors
New, now in effect as of Monday, May 18, 2020
- Child Care Centers
- Child Care Families
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Services
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Service Customers
- Youth Clubs
- Youth Club Participants
- Youth Sports Operators
- Youth Sports Families
Effective Monday, May 18, 2020
- Gyms / Exercise Facilities (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Gym / Exercise Facility Patrons (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Manufacturers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Office-Based Employers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Office-Based Employees (Updated May 18, 2020)