ARTICLE · 21 MAY 2020

Reopen Connecticut Phase One: Sector Rules For May 20 Reopening

Littler Mendelson

On May 18, 2020, Governor Lamont modified the scope of Phase 1 to exclude hair salons and barbershops.

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Update: On May 18, 2020, Governor Lamont modified the scope of Phase 1 to exclude hair salons and barbershops. This adjustment was made in response to feedback from owners and employees in this particular industry. Connecticut now intends to align its reopening plans with the neighboring state of Rhode Island and anticipates that hair salons and barbershops will have the option to reopen at a date to be determined in early June 2020.

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On May 9, 2020, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) released guidelines for businesses that will be allowed to reopen during Phase 1 of the state's reopening plan. As of May 20, 2020, certain types of businesses will be permitted - but not required - to reopen as part of Phase 1, provided they comply with the newly issued guidelines. The guidelines provide that those who can continue to work from home should do so, and those over the age of 65 or with chronic

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Reopen Connecticut Phase One: Sector Rules For May 20 Reopening

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