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Georgia’s Republican Governor Brian Kemp has announced plans to roll back stay-at-home restrictions and reopen businesses even though health experts warn the coronavirus outbreak is still spreading.

What are some of the guidelines businesses will have to follow in order to reopen?

On Monday, April 20th, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made the controversial decision to reopen the state’s economy by allowing some businesses to resume operation amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision has drawn criticism from health officials, business owners, and citizens alike.

The plan to reopen Georgia’s economy involves allowing businesses such as gyms, hair salons, bowling alleys, and tattoo parlors to resume operations as early as Friday, April 24th. Restaurants and theaters will be allowed to reopen on April 27th. The decision comes as the state has seen a decrease in reported COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations over the past few days. However, health officials have warned that reopening the state’s economy too soon could spur a resurgence of the virus.

Governor Kemp’s decision has drawn criticism from various politicians and health officials. Some officials have voiced concerns that reopening businesses this soon will lead to a spike in new cases of COVID-19, undoing the progress the state has made in slowing the spread of the virus. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, has stated that reopening the country prematurely could lead to a “rebound” of the virus.

Business owners in Georgia have also voiced concerns about the decision. Many are worried about the health risks posed to themselves and their employees. In addition, there are concerns that the economy will not fully recover until the virus is under control. Some business owners have even stated that they will not be opening their businesses on Friday, regardless of the governor’s decision.

Despite the criticism and controversy, Governor Kemp has defended his decision to reopen the state’s economy. He has stated that the businesses that will be allowed to resume operation will be required to follow strict guidelines in order to ensure the safety of employees and customers. These guidelines include requiring employees to wear masks and gloves, limiting the number of customers allowed inside at any one time, and implementing social distancing practices.

It remains to be seen whether Governor Kemp’s decision to reopen Georgia’s economy will have the desired effect. There is no doubt that reopening the economy is essential for the recovery of the state’s economy. However, it must be done with caution and with the health and safety of citizens as the top priority. Time will tell whether this move will help the state recover or lead to a resurgence of the virus.