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ROADMAP TO REOPEN INDIANA FOR HOOSIERS, BUSINESSES
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to reduce and slow the spread of COVID-19, the Centers for Dise�se Control and
Prevention (CDC) and Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) recommended
implementation of mitigation strategies to contain this virus including limitations
on large gatherings and social distancing measures;

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in order to take all necessary steps to increase containment of this virus, I have
issued various Executive Orders including the following:

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► I issued Executive Order 20-0S on March 23, 2020, which required all persons
residing in Indiana to stay at home except for, among other things, conducting
essential travel and activities, and participating in the operation of essential
businesses or the operation of essential governmental functions, and these
general provisions have been extended by Executive Orders 20-18 & 20-22;
► I issued Executive Order 20-09 on March 23, 2020, which prohibited access
to all state government buildings, offices and facilities by the public, restricting
access only to those members of the public needing to conduct services essential
to public health and safety and which cannot otherwise be conducted
electronically, telephonically and/ or delayed. This restriction extends to the
Indiana Government Center, Indianapolis office locations, and other offices
throughout our State and this has been extended by Executive Orders 20-18 &
20-22; and
► I issued Executive Orders 20-04, 20-10, 20-1 l, 20-14, 20-18 & 20-22 which,
among other things, prohibited restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other
establishments from providing in-dining services and established compliance
and enforcement actions to be taken against dining establishments failing to
prohibit in-person dining;

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as of the date of this Executive Order, the virus has now spread to every county in
our State, with over 18,000 confirmed cases and more than 1,000 deaths;

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as Governor, under Indiana's Emergency Management and Disaster Law, Ind. Code
ch. 10-14-3 ("Emergency Disaster Law"), l have authority to take actions necessary
to prepare for, respond to and address a public health disaster emergency including
the following:
► making, amending and rescinding the necessary orders, rules and regulations
to carry out the response to a public health disaster emergency;

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on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a
global pandemic and, on March 13, 2020, the President of the United States
declared a national emergency with respect to this dangerous virus;

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on March 6, 2020, I issued Executive Order 20-02 which declared that a public
health emergency exists throughout the State of Indiana as result of the coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in the United States and a confirmed report of
the disease in our State and this initial declaration has been extended by me in
Executive Orders 20-17 & 20-25;

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► suspending the provisions of any regulatory statute prescribing the procedures
for conduct of state business, including the orders, rules or regulations of any
state agency if strict compliance with any of these provisions would in any way
prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with the emergency;

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► transferring the direction, personnel, or functions of state departments and
agencies or units for performing or facilitating emergency services; and

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► using any and all available resources of state government and of each political
subdivision of our State as reasonably necessary to cope with the public health
disaster emergency;

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the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Agency (!OSHA) has authority
under Title 22 of the Indiana Code to inspect and take steps to ensure businesses
are operating a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or
likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees;

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on April 10, 2020, I announced the creation of Indiana's Economic Relief and
Recovery Team ("Governor's Recovery Team") comprised of government and
business leaders who, among other things, will plan, administer and account for
federal relief funds our State receives from the CARES Act and also advise on how
and when to best reopen our State's economy;

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on April 16, 2020, I requested input, suggestions and recommendations from
associations, industries and business groups, regarding how to safely and prudently
begin the process of reopening the parts of Indiana's economy that have been closed
or not fully operational;

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to reopen our Hoosier economy, we must continue to prioritize Hoosiers' health by
working with experts to take a data-driven approach to make decisions based on
facts, science, and recommendations from experts in health care, business, labor,
and education in reopening our economy;

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to continue to protect Hoosiers from the spread of this dangerous virus, we must
reopen our Hoosier economy in stages based on the level of severity COVID-19 in
a particular county; and

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based on the status of COVID-19 in our State, consultation with and concurrence
of the Commissioner of the ISDH, as well as the recommendations of the Governor's
Recovery Team, the White House Coronavirus Task Force, and the CDC, we are
providing for a phased reopening of Indiana's economy;

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NOW, TIIEREFORE, I, Eric J. Holcomb, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Governor by the
Indiana Constitution and the laws of the State of Indiana, do hereby order:

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the ISDH has authority under Title 16 of the Indiana Code to take measures in
connection with prevention and suppression of disease and epidemics;

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To continue mitigation of COVID-19 and to lower the risk of a resurgence, a measured and
staggered approach to reopening businesses and entities will be instituted. Five stages will be
used with each additional stage being subject to fewer restrictions and limitations than the
previous stage. This Executive Order encompasses directives only for Stages 1 & 2 and
additional Executive Orders will be issued with directives for the remaining stages. Stage 1
retains the restrictions and limitations set forth in Executive Order 20-22. Stages 2 through 5
may allow for the opening of additional businesses and entities and, at each stage, provide
further lift�ng of restrictions and limitations on certain businesses and entities currently open
and operating.

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Therefore, this Executive Order shall become effective at 11:59 p.m. on May I, 2020, and will
remain _in full force and effect until 11:59 p.m. on May 23, 2020, unless I rescind, modify or
extend 1t.

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To the extent specified in this Executive Order, Executive Order 20-22 is extended and will
remain in full force and effect until 11 :59 p.m. on May 23, 2020, unless I further rescind,
modify or extend it.
Subject to the modifications in this Executive Order, Executive Orders 20-04, 20-09, 20-1O,
20-11, 20-14, & 20-18 pertaining to Restaurants, Alcoholic Beverage laws, Enforcement, and
Continuity of State Government will remain in full force and effect until 11:59 p.m. on May
23, 2020, unless I further rescind, modify or extend it.
2. General Provisions Governing the Reopening of Indiana Businesses and Entities
For purposes of this Executive Order, all businesses or entities situated or operating in the State
of Indiana are covered by directives in this Executive Order and include any for-profit, nonprofit or educational entity, regardless of the nature of the service, the function it performs,
or its corporate or entity structure.
a. County by County Assessment: From the date of this Executive Order until at least May 4,
2020, each county will be in Stage 1. As the impact of COVID-19 for each county has
varied, the impact in each county will be continually assessed to determine which stage
applies to a particular county at the end of each time period. If the impact of COVID-19
is minimal or has significantly lessened, the county may be permitted to advance to the
next stage. However, if the impact of COVID-19 has increased or failed to lessen, the
county may be required to stay at the current stage or return to a prior stage.
b. Time Periods for Each Stage: Businesses and entities within a county may be permitted to
advance to the next stage at set times if certain criteria are met as outlined below. The time
period encompassing each stage before a reassessment and potential transition to another
stage is as follows:
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Stage !: From May 1, 2020, through May 4, 2020

ii) Stage 2: From May 4, 2020, through May 23, 2020

c. Criteria: Counties may be permitted to advance to the next stage or be required to stay at
a curr�nt stage or return to a prior stage when considering, among other things, the
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The number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients;

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ii) The capacity for critical care beds and ventilators;
iii) The ability to test for COVID-19; and

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iv) The capacity for contact tracing.

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3. Current Assessment of the Impact of COVID-19 for the Reopening of Indiana

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In applying the criteria listed above, each county is designated as follows:

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a. From May 1, 2020, at 11:59 p.m. through May 4, 2020, at 11:59 p.m., all Indiana counties
are in Stage 1 and shall continue to adhere to the directives in Executive Order 20-22.

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b. On May 4, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. through May 23, 2020, at 11:59 p.m., all Indiana counties
except Cass, Lake & Marion, will be permitted to advance to Stage 2 and must adhere to
the directives in this Executive Order. Cass, Lake & Marion counties remain in Stage 1.

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c. On May 11, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. through May 23, 2020, at 11:59 p.m., Lake and Marion
counties will be permitted to advance to Stage 2 at which time the county must adhere to
the directives in this Executive Order. Cass county remains in Stage 1.

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d. On May 18, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. through May 23, 2020, at 11:59 p.m., Cass county will
be permitted to advance to Stage 2. Until May 18, 2020, this county must continue to
adhere to the directives in Executive Order 20-22.
e. As set forth in ,r,r 35 & 36, unless otherwise specified, nothing in this Executive Order
prohibits a county from imposing more stringent requirements than this Executive Order
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4. R<gurrements for All Businesses and Entities in Indiana
Businesses continuing operations or being allowed to reopen must adhere to the following:
a. Safeguards: On or before May 11, 2020, all Hoosier employers shall develop a plan to
implement measures and institute safeguards to ensure a safe environment for their
employees, customers, clients, and members. The plan shall be provided to each employee
or staff and posted publicly. The plan shall address, at a minimum, the following points:
i) Instituting an employee health screening process;
ii) Employing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols for the workplace,
including regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces;
iii) Enhancing the ability of employees, customers and clients to wash hands or bike
other personal hygiene measures such as use of hand sanitizer;
iv) Complying with social distancing requirements established by the CDC, including
maintaining six-foot social distancing for both employees and members of the
general public when possible and/ or employing other separation measures such as
wearing face coverings or using barriers; and
b. IOSHA Standards: All employers, whether manufacturers, distributors, professional
offices, retailers or others, must comply with safety and health standards established and
enforced by IOSHA. Employers are subject to specific standards to prevent the exposure
or spread of a disease. Additionally, the General Duty Clause requires employers to provide
their employees with a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or
serious physical harm.
5. Guidance for all Businesses/Employers
All businesses and employers are encouraged to adopt and/ or take the following actions:

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a. Allow as many employees as possible to work from home by implementing policies
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b. Ensure sick leave policies are up to date, flexible, and non-punitive in order to allow sick
employees to stay home to care for themselves, children or other family members.
Consider encouraging employees to do a self-assessment each day in order to check if they
have any COVID-19 type symptoms (fever, cough or shortness of breath).

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c. Actively encourage sick employees to stay home until they are free of fever (without the use of
medication) for at least 72 hours (three full days) and symptoms have improved for at least
72 hours and at least seven days have passed since symptoms first began. Suspend any policies
and do not require a healthcare provider's note to validate the illness or return to work of
employees who are sick with acute respiratory illness.
d. Promptly separate employees who appear to have acute respiratory illness symptoms from
other employees and send them home immediately. Restrict their access to the business
until they have recovered.
e. Reinforce key messages to all employees regularly (including stay home when sick, use
cough and sneeze etiquette, and practice hand hygiene), and place posters in areas where
they are most likely to be seen. Provide protection supplies such as soap and water, hand
sanitizer, tissues, and no-touch disposal receptacles for use by employees.
f. Frequently perform enhanced environmental cleaning of commonly touched surfaces,
such as workstations, countertops, railings, door handles, and doorknobs. Use the cleaning
agents that are usually used in these areas and follow the directions on the label. Provide
disposable wipes so commonly used surfaces can be wiped down by employees before each
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6. Social Distancing and Other Requirements
The phrase "social distancing" includes maintaining at least six feet of social distancing from
other individuals. The phrase "sanitation requirements" or "sanitation measures" includes
washing hands with soap and water for at least twenty seconds as frequently as possible or
using hand sanitizer, covering coughs or sneezes (into the sleeve or elbow, not hands),
regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces, and not shaking hands. All businesses and entities
must take proactive measures to ensure compliance with the social distancing and sanitation
requirements, including, where possible, the following:
a. Designate Six-Foot Distances: Designating with signage, tape or by other means, six feet
of spacing for employees, customers, clients or members to maintain appropriate distance.
b. Hand Sanitizer and Sanitizing Products: Having hand sanitizer, and sanitizing products,
readily available for employees and customers.

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c. Separate Operating Hours for Vulnerable Populations: Implementing separate operating
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d. Online and Remote Access: Posting online whether a facility is open and how best to reach
the facility and to continue services by phone or remotely.

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7. Guidance for Staying at Home or Place of Residence
a. Stay at Home:
In Stage 1, all individuals must adhere to the directives in Executive Order 20-22.
In Stage 2, all individuals should stay at home or their place of residence as much as
practicable to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Individuals should, to the extent
practicable, limit trips out of their home. Trips outside of the home are expected for travel
to employment, to purchase necessities of life and to care for a family member, friend, or
pet in another household, and to transport family members, friends, or pets. When outside
the home, individuals shall, as much as reasonably possible, maintain social distancing of
at least six (6) feet from any other person, with the exception of family or household
members. Additionally, when outside of homes or residences, individuals are strongly
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b. Retail Purchases: In conducting retail purchases of goods or services individuals are
encouraged to follow these best practices:
i) All individuals in the State should postpone making in-person purchases of goods
and s�rvices unless and until such items are needed for sustenance, health,
education, or employment;
ii) All individuals in the State should use online or call-in ordering of goods and services
with either delivery or curbside pickup to the greatest extent practicable;

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iv) All individuals in the State should limit the number of household members who
travel to and enter stores for the purpose of making necessary purchases to the
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c. High Risk and Vulnerable Individuals: People at high risk of severe illness from COVID19, including those 65 and above and those who are sick or have underlying medical
issues, are urged to stay in their residence to the extent possible, except as necessary to
seek medical care.
d. Homeless Populations: Individuals experiencing homelessness are strongly urged to obtain
shelter, and governmental and other entities are strongly urged to make such shelter
available as soon as reasonably possible and to the maximum extent practicable (and to use,
in their operation, COVID-19 risk mitigation practices recommended by the CDC and the
ISDH).

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e. Unsafe Homes: With respect to individuals whose residences are unsafe or become
unsafe, such as victims of domestic violence, they are expressly permitted and urged to
leave their home and stay at a safe alternative location.

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with social distancing to the greatest extent feasible and are strongly encouraged to wear
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h. Isolation & Quarantine Orders: Nothing in this Executive Order prevents the ISDH or
local health departments from issuing and enforcing isolation and quarantine orders.

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a. Reopening or Continuation of Retail Businesses

If in Stage I , retail businesses must adhere lo all directives in Executive Order 20-22.

Once a county is permitted to advance to Stage 2, all retail businesses within the county
may open to the public under the following conditions and restrictions:
i) Retail businesses shall limit the number of customers in their facility at any given
time to no more than 50% of occupational capacity;

iii) Retail businesses should require employees to wear face coverings and should
consider requiring customers to wear face coverings;

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iv) Retail businesses shall comply with social distancing or other separation measures,
sanitation of applicable areas and take other mitigation measures to protect its
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v) Malls shall limit the number of individuals in common areas around retail
businesses to no more than 25% of occupancy capacity.

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In Stage 2, travel is permitted. People riding on public transit must comply with social
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f. Definitions: The terms "homes" and "residences" shall include houses, apartments,
hotels, motels, shared rental units, shelters, and other similar buildings.

ii) Retail businesses should limit their hours of operation and consider implementing
separate operating hours for the elderly and other vulnerable customers under all
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b. Retail businesses are encouraged to promote and continue online or call-in ordering with
delivery or curbside pickup.
c. Retail_ businesses are sh·ongly encouraged to consult and implement industry best
practices.

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9. Sale of Firearms and Ammunition
Pursuant to Ind. Code § 10-14-3-33.5, neither the state nor a political subdivision may
prohibit or restrict the lawful possession, transfer, sale, transportation, storage, display or use
of firearms or ammunition during a disaster emergency; however, firearms and ammunition
dealers are encouraged lo follow the requirements for retail businesses.
10. Restaurants
Restaurants, including country clubs, social clubs & wineries which provide in-person full
dining service, are permitted to open, reopen or expand services one week following being
designated into Stage 2.
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in- person dining on May 23, 2020.

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a. Capacity Limits: In-person or on-premises dining is limited to no more than 50% of seating
capacity with reservations being required when practicable to better achieve social
distancing requirements.

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b. Bar Areas: Bar areas shall remain closed.

c. Social Distancing and Other sanitation Mitigation Measures:
i) Tables or available booths should be spaced at least 6 feet apart and parties should
be 6 persons or fewer;
ii) Self-service stations (salad bars, beverage stations, etc.) are not permitted;
iii) All employees and staff shall be screened for COVID - 1 9 symptoms before being
allowed to work; and
iv) All employees and staff shall wear face coverings.
d. Live Music: Llve music is not permitted.
e. Bars & Taverns: Bars and taverns shall remain closed.
f. Food Delivery: Schools and other entities that typically provide food services to students or
members of the public may continue to do so under this Executive Order on the condition
that the food is provided to students or members of the public on a pick-up and takeaway
basis only. Schools and other entities that provide food services under this exemption shall
not permit the food to be eaten at the site where it is provided, or at any other gathering
site due to the virus's propensity to physically impact surfaces and personal property.

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markets, trading and futures exchanges, payday lenders, affiliates of financial institutions,
entities that issue bonds, related financial institutions, and institutions selling financial
products, insurance companies, underwriters, agents, brokers, and related insurance claims
and agency services may continue to be open and operate subject to the requirements in 1 4.
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a. Virtual Services Preferred: Places of worship and faith communities are encouraged to
continue livestream services or otherwise provide virtual services to safely serve their
communities, or alternatively, conduct drive-in services.
b. In either Stage 1 or 2: On or after May 8, 2020, religious services, including wedding
ceremonies and funeral services, may continue and will no longer be subject to limits on
social gatherings. However, social distancing and other sanitation measures outlined in ,r
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15. Social Gatherings
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person is maintained to the greatest extent possible.
Educational institutions that were previously closed and are reopening for these purposes must
perform enhanced environmental cleaning of commonly touched surfaces, such as
workstations, countertops, railings, door handles, and doorknobs. Use the cleaning agents that
are usually used in these areas and follow the directions on the label. Provide disposable wipes
so commonly used surfaces can be wiped down by employees before each use.
All buildings, facilities, and grounds for K-12 educational institutions, public or private, will
remain closed through June 30, 2020, except for purposes previously allowed in Executive
Orders pertaining to this public health emergency.
The Indiana Department of Education, in consultation with the Indiana Department of Health,
shall develop guidance for graduation ceremonies, including virtual graduation, drive-in
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allowed in this Executive Order and provided social distancing requirements are met.

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for children, and/ or people with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, substance
use disorders and/ or mental illness; transitional facilities; home-based settings to provide
services to individuals with physical, intellectual, and/ or developmental disabilities, seniors,
adults, and children; field offices that provide and help to determine eligibility for basic needs
including food, cash assistance, medical coverage, child care, vocational services,
rehabilitation services; developmental centers; adoption agencies; businesses that provide
food, shelter, and social services, and other necessities of life for economically disadvantaged
individuals, individuals with physical, intellectual, and/ or developmental disabilities, or
otherwise needy individuals.

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Businesses and religious and secular non-profit organizations, including food banks, when
providing food, shelter, social services and other necessities of life for economically
disadvantaged or otherwise needy individuals, individuals who need assistance as a result of
this emergency, and people with disabilities may continue to be open and operate subject to
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bowling alleys, sport and entertainment venues, movie and other theaters, concert and music
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feet away from other people. Playgrounds remain closed because they pose a high risk of
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Healthcare and Public Health Operations may continue to be open and operate. Healthcare
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pharmacies; public health entities, including those that compile, model, analyze and
communicate public health information; pharmaceutical, pharmacy, medical device and
equipment, and biotechnology companies (including operations, research and development,
manufacture, and supply chain); organizations collecting blood, platelets, plasma, and other
necessary materials; obstetricians and gynecologists; eye care centers, including those that sell
glasses and contact lenses; home healthcare services providers; mental health and substance
use providers; other healthcare facilities and suppliers and providers of any related and/or
ancillary healthcare services; entities that transport and dispose of medical materials and
remains; and veterinary care and all healthcare services provided to animals.
Also included in Healthcare and Public Health Operations are manufacturers, technicians,
logistics, and warehouse operators and distributors of medical equipment, personal protective
equipment (PPE), medical gases, pharmaceuticals, blood and blood products, vaccines, testing
materials, laboratory supplies, cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting or sterilization supplies, and
tissue and paper towel products.
Further, the phrase "Healthcare and Public Health Operations" shall be construed broadly in
order to avoid any impacts to the delivery of healthcare.
In addition, during all stages, as long as sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE), staff
and other supplies are available so as not to detract from what is necessary and appropriate to
properly care for and treat patients who have or may have COVID-19, hospitals should
conduct clinically indicated procedures meant to diagnose, screen and treat medical
conditions that have the potential for short-term or long-term morbidity and/or mortality.
These include, but are not limited to, cardiac, vascular, neurologic, cancer, gastrointestinal
and respiratory procedures, as well as those procedures meant to reduce significant pain or
symptoms making quality of life unacceptable.
Furthermore, in connection with health care providers, whether medical, dental or other, and
health care facilities, whether hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, dental facilities, plastic
surgery centers, dermatology offices, abortion clinics, or veterinary practices, any current
restrictions involving their medical procedures imposed by an Executive Order will be reevaluated every seven (7) days for possible modifications, as warranted by the circumstances,
commencing on Sunday, April 26, 2020. These restrictions on medical procedures remain in
place unless modifications are announced.
25. Food, Beverage, and Agriculture (Businesses Other than Retail Stores)
Food and beverage manufacturing, production, processing, cultivation, including farming,
livestock, fishing, baking, and other production agriculture, including cultivation, marketing,
production, and distribution of animals and goods for consumption; and businesses that
provide food, shelter, and other necessities of life for animals, including animal shelters,
rescues, shelters, kennels, and adoption facilities may continue to be open and operate subject
to the requirements in ,i 4.
26. Trades
Building, construction, and other trades, including plumbers, electricians, exterminators,
operating engineers, cleaning and janitorial staff for commercial and governmental
properties, security staff, HVAC, painting, moving and relocation services, and other service
providers may continue to be open and operate subject to the requirements in ,i 4.
27. Mail, Post, Shipping, Logistics, Delivery and Pick-Up Services
Post offices and other businesses that provide shipping and delivery services, as well as
businesses that ship or deliver groceries, food, goods, vehicles, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages, or services to end users or through commercial channels may continue to be open
and operate subject to the requirements in ,i 4.
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transportation and logistics providers may continue to be open and operate subject to the
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Manufacturing companies, distributors, and supply chain companies producing and
supplying products and services in and for industries may open and operate subject to the
requirements in ,i 4.
30. Labor Union Functions
Labor union activities, including the administration of health and welfare funds and personnel
checking on the well-being and safety of members providing services, provided these checks
should be done by telephone or remotely where possible. Staff should return in phases if
possible, ensure social distancing and other mitigation measures are employed and such
entities should open or reopen and operate subject to the requirements in ,i 4.

Infrastructure businesses may continue to be open and operate subject to the requirements in ,i 4.
Infrastructure businesses includes the following: food production, distribution, fulfillment centers,
storage facilities, marinas, and sale; construction (including construction required in response to
this public health emergency, hospital construction, construction of long-term care facilities,
public works construction, school construction, essential business construction, and housing
construction); building management and maintenance; airport operations; operation and
maintenance of utilities, including, for example, water, sewer, and gas; electrical (including power
generation, distribution, and production of raw materials); distribution centers; oil and biofuel
refining; roads, highways, railroads, and public transportation; ports; cybersecurity operations;
flood control; solid waste and recycling collection and removal; and internet, video, and
telecommunications systems (including the provision of essential global, national, and local
infrastructure for computing services, business infrastructure, communications and web-based
services).
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Newspapers, television, radio, and other media services may continue to be open and operate
subject to the requirements in ,i 4.
33. Governmental Functions
All first responders, law enforcement, emergency dispatchers, and management personnel,
legislators, judges, court personnel, jurors and grand jurors, corrections personnel, hazardous
materials responders, child protection and child welfare personnel, housing and shelter
personnel, military, and other governmental employees remain exempt from this Executive
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municipality, township, county, political subdivision, board, commission or agency of
government and needed to ensure the continuing operation of government agencies or to
provide for or support the health, safety and welfare of the public, and including contractors
performing Governmental Functions.

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and offices who have not previously been open to the public will begin to do so. State agency
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conditions which are under the jurisdiction of IOSHA.
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other than the Indiana State Police who are sworn to enforce any law of our State.
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and desist, the ISDH shall issue an order to close the business entity;

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any quarantine or isolation that may require an individual to remain inside a particular
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health emergency, may contradict or impose less restrictive requirements than those set
forth in this Executive Order, or else that ordinance, directive, or order will be void and of
no force or effect. However, unless prohibited by an Executive Order, local ordinances,
directives, and orders may be more restrictive.
b. No local unit of government and/ or political subdivision may restrict travel within their
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provision or application of this Executive Order, which can be given effect without the invalid
provision or application. To achieve this purpose, the provisions of this Executive Order are
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