General Guidelines to Reopen Missouri’s Economy

During the initial phase, Missouri can gradually start to reopen economic and social activity. This will be a deliberate process and is flexible to adapt to the situation. Some communities may be able to reopen at a faster rate, while others may need to continue restrictions to keep the virus from spreading.

During this time, you should limit your activity and interactions and continue to maintain social distancing and practice good hygiene to protect your neighbors and yourself.

The plan to reopen the economy and get Missourians back to work is based on ensuring a healthy workforce by:

• Flattening the curve and expanding healthcare capacity, while utilizing federal programs and deploying state resources;
• Making decisions based on Missouri-specific data and medical expertise;
• Protecting healthcare workers, first responders, and other direct care workers so that our citizens have access to the care they need;
• Looking after our most vulnerable and at-risk populations;
• Partnering with community leaders and incorporating flexibility based on each community’s circumstances;
• Slowing and containing the spread of COVID-19; and
• Implementing a measured approach to mitigate the risk of a resurgence.

Guiding Principles to Missouri’s Recovery Plan

TESTING

Rapidly expand testing capacity and volume in the state, including testing for those who are currently contagious and those who have developed immunity to the virus.

PPE

Expanding reserves of personal protective equipment (PPE) by opening public and private supply chains, and continuing to utilize Missouri businesses in that effort.

HOSPITALS

Continuing to monitor and, if necessary, expanding hospital and health care system capacity, including isolation and alternate care facilities for those that cannot self-quarantine at home.

PREDICT

Improving the ability to predict potential outbreaks using Missouri’s public health data.

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