March 30, 2020
This afternoon, Governor Bill Lee issued Executive Orders No. 21
and No. 22, both aimed at combatting the COVID-19 crisis.
Executive Order No. 21 mandates a state-wide
shutdown of all businesses and organizations who perform
close-contact personal services such as barbers, massage spas, and
nail salons. The Order also closes entertainment and recreational
gathering venues such as night clubs, concert venues, and bowling
alleys. The order is effective immediately and will stay in effect
until April
14. The full text of the order can be viewed
here.
Executive Order No. 22
urges Tennesseans to stay at home, except
for when engaging in Essential Activity or Essential Services. The
Order requires that businesses or organizations that do not perform
Essential Services shall not be open for access or use by the
public. A list of Essential Activities and Essential Services are
included with the order in Attachment A. The order is effective at 11:59pm
