Texas Reopens Amid Covid-19

Coronavirus recoveries have risen in the state of Texas. “The number of Covid -19 recoveries in Texas will soon exceed the number of cases in the state”, said Governor Greg Abbott during a press conference on reopening Texas. According to Abbott Texas has the third most recoveries from Covid-19 in America and says the state’s hospitalization rate has held steady.

The state’s slow reopening will begin Friday, May 1, Phase two which will happen around May 18, will open more businesses and allow those businesses who opened in phase one to expand its operations. It will also allow the capacity to 50 percent.

Outdoor sports are also allowed as long as it does not involve more than four participants. Places of worship can hold expanded services beginning Friday.

Those living in Harris County were mandated to begin wearing a mask or facial covering under Judge Lina Hidalgo’s order. Abbott said, “We strongly recommend that everyone wear a mask. However, it’s not a mandate, and we made it clear, no jurisdiction can impose any type of penalty or fine. Coverings can be a mask, scarf, bandanna or handkerchief.