Contents
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Tools and Trackers
US COVID-19 50-State Tracker
A review of state and local governmental orders, directives and financial assistance that may impact our clients and communities.
Webinar Recordings
Georgia legislative roundtable featuring Speaker of the House David Ralston
February 11, 2021 – This webinar continued the series of conversations hosted by our Georgia government affairs team, as we track legislation and hear from political leaders throughout Georgia. Stay tuned for details on our upcoming webinars.
Georgia legislative roundtable talks: What should you expect in 2021?
January 8, 2021 – Dentons’ Georgia government affairs team provided an interactive webinar as we prepare for the Georgia General Assembly. During this program, a panel of Georgia legislators on both sides of the aisle discussed major political efforts, predicted the top issues that will define 2021 and analyzed the impact of potential legislation across various industries.
Health Care and the Increasing Role of State Attorneys General: Perspectives on key issues and preparing for 2021
December 15, 2020 – Our panelists explored the roles and responsibilities of state AGs as they provided their perspectives on key issues in the health care industry and what to expect as we enter 2021.
CARES Act Oversight and Federal Investigations: Impacts on Hawai`i Businesses
December 10, 2020 – Speakers provided insight for Hawai`i businesses on legal and financial aspects of relief funding, including potential risks and exposure.
The Battle for Control of the US Senate: Analysis of the Georgia Runoff Elections
December 9, 2020 – During which our experienced bipartisan political leaders provided insight and shared their predictions as two US Senate seats head toward January runoffs.
Examining the Outcomes of the 2020 Colorado Legislative Session and the Impact of COVID-19
July 16, 2020 – A conversation with Colorado Joint Budget Committee, Vice Chair Senator Dominick Moreno and Joint Budget Committee Member Senator Bob Rankin.
During this interactive discussion, we looked back at the 2020 Colorado Legislative Session and the impact of COVID-19 on lawmaking and the state’s budget. This webinar also provided an update on recent happenings in Washington, DC and what to expect as Capitol Hill returns from recess.
What’s Next: COVID-19 Policy Issues Facing Federal, State and Local Governments
June 12, 2020 – During this interactive discussion, Dentons’ Public Policy team addressed the rapidly changing patchwork of state, local and federal responses to the fast-evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
Updates from Congress featuring Congressman John Yarmuth and Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer: Federal Support for State, Local and Tribal Governments in Response to COVID-19
May 21, 2020 – During the interactive webinar our speakers discussed the latest actions taken by the federal government in response to the coronavirus pandemic and how those relief efforts are being received by governments across the country.
Local Governments’ Challenges in Working With the State and Federal Government As They Navigate through the COVID-19 Crisis
May 7, 2020 – Dentons’ Federal and Georgia Public Policy teams and Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Christopher Nunn held a practical discussion on successfully managing the government funding process: from identifying and applying for these numerous opportunities; to ensuring compliance and legal protections on the front end to prevent inquiries and enforcement actions down the road.
COVID-19: Stimulus Opportunities for Municipal & Local Government in Indiana
April 28, 2020 – Indiana Secretary of Commerce Jim Schellinger, Indiana Office of Management and Budget Deputy Director Justin McAdam and Dentons Public Policy team members discuss how Indiana might utilize Coronavirus Relief funds, opportunities currently available to local governments, and what the next phase of relief funding could provide.
State Resources – Key Links
- Council of State Governments: All Executive Orders by Jurisdiction
- NCSL: State Action on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- NCSL: Legislative Sessions and the Coronavirus
Colorado
- Colorado Joint Budget Committee Letter: Federal Coronavirus Relief: H.R. 748 – Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act – Discusses the CARES Act and parts of the bill that will have a direct impact on the State’s budget.
Resources
Executive Orders and Public Health Orders
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Georgia
Resources
- Governor Kemp’s News Conferences: COVID-19 Update
- COVID-19 Materials and Resources
- Find a COVID-19 Testing Site
- COVID-19 Daily Status Report: All confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Georgia, updated daily.
- COVID-19 Response in Georgia
Executive Orders
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Hawai`i
Resources
Guidance
- Statewide Re-Opening and Recovery Plan May 18, 2020
- Statewide Safer-at-Home Order Announced May 5, 2020
- Statewide Stay-at-Home Order Extension Announced April 25, 2020
- Statewide Stay-at-Home Order Announced March 23, 2020
Executive Orders
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Indiana
Executive Orders
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Pennsylvania
- Certify My Business
- Self-Certification Program (FAQs)
- Open & Certified PA Business Directory
- COVID-19 Business Guidance
- COVID-19 Business Guidance FAQs
- Targeted Mitigation Order – Amended March 1, 2021
- Business Exemptions by County
Press Releases
- Gov. Wolf Discusses Vaccine Equity and Progress on Visit to McKeesport Vaccination Clinic – April 7, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Recognizes Grocery Store Workers, Now Vaccine Eligible, for Heroic Work – April 6, 2021
- Pennsylvanians in Phase 1B Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine – April 5, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: Successful Teacher and School Staff Vaccination Initiative is Completed Ahead of Schedule – April 2, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Visits Drive-Thru Mass Vaccination Clinic, Discusses Vaccine Success – March 30, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Announces Nearly $5 Billion in Federal COVID-19 Relief for Pre-K-12 Schools – March 29, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Tours Scranton Primary Health Care Center to Share Vaccination Success – March 25, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Credits Feb. 24 order to providers for move from 30th to 17th in nation for first dose vaccinations – March 24, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: Teacher and School Staff Vaccinations are Ahead of Schedule – March 19, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Highlights COVID-19 PA Hazard Pay Grant Program at Brookings Panel Discussion on Essential Workers – March 18, 2021
- Pennsylvania COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 18: Outpacing U.S. Average for First Doses, Ranked Second for Vaccines per 100,000 Over Last 7 Days; Nearly 1.4 Million People Fully Vaccinated – March 18, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: Effective April 4, More Options for Restaurants and Other Businesses, Mass Gathering Maximums Increase – March 15, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force Announces Subcommittees Focused on Key Audiences and Issues – March 12, 2021
- Wolf Administration Highlights Free, Subsidized Public Transit to Vaccine Appointments – March 10, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Thanks Lawmakers for Responding to the Needs of Pennsylvanians, Passing Federal Aid Package – March 6, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Marks One Year of First COVID-19 Cases in PA, Assures Pennsylvanians of a Brighter Future – March 5, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Signs Bill Preparing National Guard to Assist with Vaccination Efforts – March 3, 2021
- Gov. Wolf and COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force Announce Plan to Vaccinate Teachers, Other School Staff – March 3, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Announces $145 Million in Relief Available for Hospitality Industry by March 15 – March 2, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Revises Mitigation Order on Gatherings and Lifts Out-of-State Travel Restrictions – March 1, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: Pennsylvania has Reached a Milestone in Its Plan to Vaccinate Seniors in Care – February 23, 2021
- Governor Wolf Unveils Workforce and Economic Development Plan to Get Pennsylvania Back to Work – February 22, 2021
- Governor Wolf Signs Fourth Renewal of COVID-19 Disaster Declaration to Aid in Response and Recovery – February 19, 2021
- First Lady Frances Wolf Hosts Virtual Conversation Addressing Mental Health, Trauma and Equity During COVID – February 18, 2021
- Gov. Wolf and Aging Sec. Torres Share Community-Based Solutions Helping Pennsylvanians 65-plus Access the COVID-19 Vaccine – February 11, 2021
- Governor Wolf Announces $145 Million in Hospitality Relief Funding Ready for Distribution to Pennsylvania Counties – February 10, 2021
- Wolf Administration Announces Creation of COVID-19 Vaccine Joint Task Force with Legislature – February 9, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Signs Bill to Support Pennsylvania Businesses, Help Renters Stay in Their Homes – February 5, 2021
- First Lady Frances Wolf: “Documenting the COVID-19 pandemic is imperative for the future of Pennsylvania.” – February 4, 2021
- Governor Wolf 2021 Agenda Prioritizes Economic Recovery, Building on Bipartisan Measures, Government Reform – January 28, 2021
- Wolf Administration Announces $600 Pandemic Relief Awards to Eligible Child Care Employees Across Pennsylvania – January 20, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: $2.2 Billion in COVID-19 Funds Help K-12 Schools Improve Services to Students – January 15, 2021
- Gov. Wolf, Democratic Leaders Urge Legislature to Act Now to Allocate $145 Million in Financial Support to Businesses Adversely Affected by COVID-19 – January 14, 2021
- Wolf Administration Provides a COVID-19 Update, Stressing Safety and Efficacy of Vaccine – January 12, 2021
- Gov. Wolf: COVID-19 Vaccine Gives Us Hope as We Update Plans and Keep Fighting to Stop the Virus – January 8, 2021
- Wolf Administration Provides 2020 Testing and Contact Tracing Update, Reinforces the Importance of Testing, Supports for Those Contacted – January 5, 2021
- Gov. Wolf Announces Lifting of Time Limited Mitigation on Jan. 4, Dashboard to Track Progress of COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution – December 30, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Thanks Congress, Urges Lawmakers to Provide Further Relief – December 28, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Initiates Transfer of $145 Million in Funds to Support Businesses Adversely Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic – December 23, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Issues Statement on COVID Relief Package, Reminds Lawmakers Some Needs Remain Unmet – December 22, 2020
- Pennsylvania COVID-19 Early Warning Monitoring Dashboard Update for Dec. 11 – Dec. 17: Case Increases Close to 57,100; Percent Positivity at 15.8% and All 67 Counties with Substantial Transmission – December 21, 2020
- Advocacy Organizations, Others Show Support for Latest COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts – December 16, 2020
- Gov. Wolf, Sec. of Health Announce New Protective Mitigation Efforts to Put Pennsylvania on Pause through Early January – December 10, 2020
- Get Covered 2021 Pennsylvania Day, 2020 – December 10, 2020
- Wolf Administration Provides COVID-19 Testing Update with a Focus on Contact Tracing – December 9, 2020
- Gov. Wolf, Sec. of Health Sound Alarm on Urgency to Protect Health Care System, Workers as COVID-19 Cases Continue to Surge – December 7, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts in Place are Vital to Help Stop the Spread – November 16, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Signs 12th Renewal of Opioid Disaster Declaration as Work Continues to Fight Opioid Epidemic and COVID-19 Pandemic – November 12, 2020
- Governor Wolf Announces New Funding Available to Protect Homeless Pennsylvanians During COVID-19 Resurgence – November 5, 2020
- ICYMI: Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program Calls Pennsylvania’s Hazard Pay Program a ‘Promising Model’ for Other States – October 31, 2020
- Governor Wolf Announces Plan to Waive Liquor License Fees To Provide Financial Relief to Restaurants and Bars – October 22, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Signs COLA Bill, Vetoes Bill that Jeopardizes Public Health – October 16, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Amid a Resurgence of COVID, We Must Protect the ACA, People and Our Health Care System – October 15, 2020
- Pennsylvania COVID-19 Early Warning Monitoring Dashboard Update for Oct. 2 – Oct. 8 – October 13, 2020
- Gov Wolf: $50 Million in Grants to be Awarded to Support Fire, Rescue and EMS Companies Negatively Affected by COVID-19 – October 8, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces Additional $96 Million for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 – October 5, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Pennsylvanians Can Now Use COVID Alert PA App When Traveling to NY, NJ, DE – October 2, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Pennsylvania is COVID-19 Prepared with PPE – September 28, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Encourages Pennsylvanians to Download and Share COVID Alert PA App, More than 70,000 Downloads Since Launch – September 24, 2020
- Wolf Administration Launches COVID Alert PA App, Encourage PA to Unite to Stop the Spread – September 22, 2020
- Wolf Administration Highlights Efforts to Ensure that PPE is Available, Accessible and Plentiful – September 21, 2020
- Wolf Administration Signs Orders That Restaurants May Increase Indoor Occupancy to 50 Percent – September 17, 2020
- Gov. Wolf to Legislature: Provide Support to Front-line Workers in Life-Sustaining Industries – September 17, 2020
- Wolf Administration: $20 Million in Relief Funding Awarded to Pennsylvania Museums and Cultural Organizations – September 15, 2020
- Pennsylvania COVID-19 Early Warning Monitoring Dashboard Update for Sept. 4-10 – September 14, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Calls for Legislative Action to Support Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 – September 10, 2020
- Governor Wolf Announces Restaurants May Increase Indoor Occupancy to 50 Percent Starting September 21 – September 8, 2020
- ICYMI: White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Praises PA Response to COVID-19 – September 4, 2020
- Gov. Wolf and Lt. Gov. Fetterman Renew Call for Legislature to Take up Legalization of Adult-Use Cannabis to Help with COVID Recovery, Restorative Justice – September 3, 2020
- Pennsylvania Shares Update on COVID-19 Early Warning Monitoring Dashboard, County Transmission Levels, Cases Traced to Businesses – August 31, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Calls for Paid Sick and Family Leave for Workers – August 31, 2020
- Wolf Administration Awards $10 Million to 23 Entities to Develop Effective COVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments and Therapies – August 27, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Calls on Legislature to Act Immediately on COVID-19 Recovery and Government Reform – August 25, 2020
- Pennsylvania Shares Update on COVID-19 Early Warning Monitoring Dashboard, County Transmission Levels, Cases Traced to Businesses – August 24, 2020
- With No Congressional Solution in Sight, Pennsylvania Applies for Federal Lost Wages Assistance Funds – August 21, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: $20 Million to Help Schools Provide Services to Students with Special Needs – August 20, 2020
- Wolf Administration Launches Mental Health Resources Guide – August 19, 2020
- Wolf and Lt. Gov. Fetterman Announce Pennsylvania COVID-19 Response Task Force for Health Disparity Report – August 13, 2020
- Wolf Administration: Medical Device Company OraSure Expansion to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capabilities, Bring New Jobs – August 11, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $96 Million for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 – August 10, 2020
- Pennsylvania Shares Update on COVID-19 Dashboard, Mitigation Efforts in Long-Term Care Facilities – August 7, 2020
- Wolf Administration Provides Recommendation for School and Recreational Youth Sports – August 6, 2020
- Wolf Administration, Local Law Enforcement Stress Important Roles Education and Understanding Play in Enforcement of COVID-19 Orders – August 3, 2020
- Dashboard Data Shows Weekly COVID Case Increases Statewide, Multiple Counties with High Percent-Positives – July 31, 2020
- State, Local Agencies Remind Pennsylvanians of COVID-19 Mitigation Enforcement Roles, Advise How to Report Suspected Violations – July 29, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $3 million for Preschool Early Intervention Programs to Purchase Pandemic-Related Supplies – July 28, 2020
- Pediatricians, Child Advocacy Organization Echo Wolf Administration Mask-Wearing Requirement for Children – July 27, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Signs First Responders Bill, Other Legislation – July 23, 2020
- National Health Policy Leaders Endorse Gov. Wolf’s ‘Bold’ Action to Stop Another COVID Surge in PA – July 20, 2020
- Dashboard Data Shows Weekly Case Increases Statewide, Multiple Counties with High Percent-Positives – July 17, 2020
- Wolf Administration Announces Targeted Mitigation Efforts in Response to Recent COVID Case Increases – July 15, 2020
- Governor Wolf Signs Executive Order Authorizing Commonwealth Agencies to Conduct Remote Administrative Proceedings – July 10, 2020
- Wolf Administration Releases Updated FAQs for Summer Recreation, Camps and Pools – July 9, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $53 Million in Additional Support for Child Care Providers – July 6, 2020
- Pennsylvania Arts Organizations Receive $2.3 Million in Pandemic Relief – July 6, 2020
- Reopening Phase Orders Updated to Include Last County Moving to Green on July 3 – July 2, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Sec. of Health Signs Expanded Mask-Wearing Order – July 1, 2020
- Pennsylvania Restaurants and Bars Required to Protect Workers and Patrons During COVID-19 – July 1, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Signs House Bill 2418 – June 30, 2020
- Wolf Administration: CARES Act Funding for Small Businesses Available Tomorrow – June 29, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Issues Statement in Support of Allegheny County COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts Announced Today – June 28, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Masks are Mandatory in Pennsylvania Businesses – June 26, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Last PA County will Move to Green on July 3 – June 26, 2020
- Reopening Phase Orders Updated to Include 12 Additional Counties Moving to Green on June 26 – June 25, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Pennsylvania Businesses Endorse Mask-Wearing to Protect Employees, Customers, Communities – June 25, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Masks Help Stop the Spread of COVID-19 – June 23, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: 12 More Counties to Go Green on June 26 – June 19, 2020
- Reopening Phase Orders Updated to Include 8 Additional Counties Moving to Green on June 19 – June 18, 2020
- Governor Wolf Signs Law to Help Prepare for the General Election – June 18, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: PA is One of Three States Recognized by CDC for COVID-19 Reduction Success – June 17, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Four Universities Receive Funding for COVID-19 Response Through Manufacturing Innovation Challenge – June 17, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: $157.5 Million Now Available for School Health and Safety Grants to Address COVID-19 – June 16, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $40 Million in CARES Act Funding Available to Address Dairy Industry Relief, Food Security – June 16, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $260 Million in Funding to Help People with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism During Pandemic – June 15, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces 10 More Testing Sites in Areas with Limited Access – June 15, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: State’s Measured, Phased Reopening Plan Succeeding as Other States See Cases Rise – June 12, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Eight More Counties Going Green on June 19 – June 12, 2020
- Reopening Phase Orders Updated to Include 12 Additional Counties Moving to Green on June 12 – June 11, 2020
- Wolf Administration Provides Guidance to Resume High School and Other Summer Sports – June 10, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Updated Business Guidance on Outdoor Recreation Available for Yellow and Green Phases of Reopening – June 10, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Additional COVID-19 Testing Sites Opening in Areas with Limited Access – June 9, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Enhanced Dashboard Launched that Highlights Demographic, Testing and Reopening Data – June 8, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Announces $225 Million Grant Program for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 – June 8, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: 12 More Counties Going Green on June 12 – June 5, 2020
- Reopening Phase Orders Updated to Include 10 Additional Counties Moving to Yellow and 16 to Green on June 5 – June 4, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Signs Executive Order Extending Mail Ballot Deadline in Six Counties to June 9 – June 1, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: State Continues Phased Reopening with 16 More Counties Set to Go Green on June 5 – May 29, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Issues Green Phase Order, Guidance on Dining and Professional Sports – May 27, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Adds Eight Counties to Yellow and 17 to Green on May 29, Remainder to Yellow on June 5 – May 22, 2020
- Wolf Administration Releases Summer Camp and Recreation Guidance – May 22, 2020
- Yellow Phase Orders Updated to Include 12 Additional Counties Moving on May 22 – May 21, 2020
- Governor Wolf Announces Real Estate Industry May Conduct Limited Business Transactions Statewide – May 19, 2020
- Gov. Wolf Vetoes SB 327, HB 2388 and HB 2412 – May 19, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: Federal Funding Available for COVID-19 Testing and Treatment for Uninsured Patients – May 18, 2020
- Gov. Wolf: 12 More Counties to Move to Yellow Phase on May 22 – May 15, 2020
- Yellow Phase Orders Updated to Include 13 Additional Counties Moving on May 15 – May 14, 2020
Executive Orders
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