BREAKING NEWS: Florida Moves into Phase 2 of Reopening: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step

On June 3, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-139 announcing Phase 2 of Florida’s reopening plan following COVID-19: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step.

The plan allows for further reopening of the state beginning Friday, June 5. All counties with the exception of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties may move into Phase 2.

Phase 2 allows for restaurants to serve at the bar with social distancing. Bars can open at a 50% capacity indoors with recommended social distancing. There will be no limit on capacity for outdoor seating as long as social distancing guidelines are followed. Entertainment business including movie theaters and bowling alleys can also operate at a 50% capacity.

Watch the announcement here.

Executive Order 20-139 is available here.