Government : Governors Declaration for Area 6 in Iowa (That's us)

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According to the declaration as of tonight at midnight, we are only allowed to meet with people from our own households. 

Weddings, funerals, spiritual or religious gatherings of more than 10 are prohibited. Such gatherings must comply with Paragraph B which says that you must practice social distancing of 6 feet from people that do not live in your household. 

This decision does not restrict providing necessary care such as child care and medical care, or other necessary supports for another individual.

The restrictions do not apply to volunteer or employment activities.

Employers must now see if more of their employees can work from home. If the business remains open they must take reasonable precautions to ensure the health of their employees and the public, and includes "appropriate employee screening, social distancing practices, and increased cleaning and hygiene practices."

"Implementation and Interpretation is given to:

Iowa Department of Public Safety

Iowa Department of Public Health

Iowa Department of Education

Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Iowa Department of Transportation

and other participating state agencies are hereby directed to monitor the operation and implementation of this proclamation to assure the public's health and safety.

In conjunction with the Department of Public Health, pursuant to Iowa Code 29C.18 and 135.35, all peace officers of the state are hereby called upon to assist in the enforcement of the provisions of this Proclamation."

Effective as of 11:59 on April 16