The Sunshine State enters “Full Phase 1” of the “Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step” plan, effective May 18, 2020. See summary of resumption of business and services.
Florida’s Governor, Ron DeSantis, held a press conference Friday, May 15, 2020, announcing the Sunshine State’s next step forward in its COVID-19 recovery plan.
Per Executive Order 20-123, effective Monday, May 18, 2020, the state enters “Full Phase 1” of the “Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan For Florida’s Recovery.” See the summary listing below describing the resumption of activity allowed for various types of businesses and services, plus schools and healthcare starting May 18th.
Full Phase 1 Effective May 18, 2020 (Graphic by State of Florida)
Florida Lifts Indoor Capacity Limits At Businesses September, 2020 Florida began Phase 3 of its pandemic recovery plan as of September 25, 2020. Businesses can operate at 100% capacity, including restaurants, bars and movie theaters.
Florida Suspends Drinking At Bars, Again June, 2020 A new Florida Emergency Order, effective June 26, 2020, stops bars statewide from serving alcohol on the premises.
Nassau County's Mask Mandate Extended August, 2020 Nassau County, FL has extended its mask mandate, continuing the directive through September 25, 2020, the third month of this emergency order.
