Governor Kay Ivey will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. Tuesday to provide an update on the state’s efforts against the coronavirus (COVID-19).
According to State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville), the governor “said she would make an announcement tomorrow (4/28) on her plans to begin reopening the state’s economy.”
Gov. Ivey will be joined at Tuesday’s press conference by State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris and members of the executive committee of the governor’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force.
The governor’s office on Sunday said an announcement regarding a phased reopening was expected ‘early in the week.’
Governor Ivey is mindful and sensitive to the sacrifices the people of Alabama have made during this pandemic, and she is eager for businesses to safely reopen. She has been in continuous discussions with the White House and appreciates the helpful guidance that they have given to states as her and her fellow governors make these tough decisions. As it currently stands, the Stay at Home order remains in effect until April 30. Governor Ivey and Dr. Harris have been working through the weekend to firm up a timetable to reopen, and I expect we will probably hear an announcement from them early in the week as to how Alabama will gradually phase in business.
Statement from Gov. Ivey’s office, 4/26
The statewide stay-at-home order is set to expire at 5 p.m. Thursday.
You can watch the press conference live on the governor’s Facebook page.
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