Indiana Makes Progress To Get Back On Track

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Indiana Makes Progress To Get Back On Track

by Wendy McNamara

Gov. Eric Holcomb recently announced his Back On Track Indiana plan, which eases coronavirus-related restrictions on Hoosiers and businesses in five stages.

[Visit BackOnTrack.in.gov for complete details of each stage.]

On Monday, May 4, Indiana’s stay-at-home order and essential travel restrictions expired for 89 of the state’s 92 counties. This means the majority of Indiana is now in stage two of the governor’s plan in hopes of fully reopening by July 4. Marion, Lake and Cass counties are on a delayed timeline because of public health concerns.

FAST FACTS: Under stage two, retailers can now open at 50% capacity. Starting May 8, religious services can convene in-person with no restrictions on group sizes. Most restaurants can open at half capacity starting May 11, and hair salons and barber shops can open with restrictions. Social gathering limits also increase from 10 to 25. Click hereto learn more about stage two.

Local ordinances stricter than the state’s order remain in effect.Hoosiers 65 and over and those with high-risk health conditions should still remain at home whenever possible. It’s also recommended residents wear face coverings in public settings, and continue to practice social distancing and good hygiene.

Indiana used data to drive decisions since the state is using to determine if the various stages will move forward.

[Click here for industry guidelines to help businesses.]Let’s get Indiana back to work safely while remaining vigilant about protecting our health.