NOW: @GovSisolak is addressing the state, giving an update on #Phase2 of reopening.
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“We are currently in a four-week upward trend in Nevada statewide #COVID19 cases.”
-@GovSisolak speaks on latest numbers, adding that ICU/Ventilator needs have remained steady. @8NewsNow #8NN
“For Nevada to stay safe and stay open, we must make face coverings a part of our daily requirement.”
@GovSisolak adds that he has signed a directive to require face coverings in public spaces, effective Friday. @8NewsNow #8NN
“Those with certain medical conditions or disabilities that make it difficult to breathe & children are exempt from the order, but still encouraged to wear masks.”
@GovSisolak adds that there will not be any civil or criminal penalties, as of now.
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“Any discussion of entering #Phase3 will be tabled.”
@GovSisolak adds that any chance of moving forward with reopening plans will not happen for now. @8NewsNow #8NN
“No shirt, no shoes, no mask, no service.”
@GovSisolak adds that businesses should not admit customers who are not wearing masks. @8NewsNow #8NN
@GovSisolak goes on to speak on economic downfalls, saying #COVID19 has caused budget shortfalls in both 2020 & 2021.
He adds that “tough decisions had to be made to save lives,” stating that the state was in an “economic peak” when it went into a recession. @8NewsNow #8NN
More specifically, $1.27 billion shortfall projected in 2021 state budget, due to #COVID19 pandemic, according to @GovSisolak. @8NewsNow #8NN
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