As if Louisiana hasn't suffered enough, the Democrat Governor wants you all to wait a little longer before you can return to work.
Gov. John Bel Edwards said Louisiana's numbers don't meet the White House criteria for re-opening, and so the stay-at-home order will be extended through May 15.
Under the extended order, which will be issued on Friday, May 1, businesses that previously were directed to be closed will remain closed, including salons, barber shops, bars and casinos, among other things. Businesses that are deemed essential under the third phase of federal CISA guidance may still be open. Non-essential retail businesses in Louisiana continue to be able to open with fewer than 10 people total inside.
Three major changes in the new Stay at Home order include:
- Malls will remain closed to the public, but stores may open for curbside delivery.
- Restaurants will be allowed to open their outside areas for patrons to eat meals only, without tableside service.
- All employees of a business who have contact with the public must wear a mask.