COVID-19 Resources

Our COVID-19 resources are updated throughout the day by our staff of experienced analysts and researchers. These tools are developed with state government affairs and policy professionals in mind, and are evolving daily based on client requests and emerging issues. The information herein may not be exhaustive, and please note any relevant timestamps on the documents. We are relying on primary sources, such as governor’s offices and official press releases, wherever possible. If you have any suggestions of other items to be included, please email them to Robyn Schnaible at robyn@leoninefocus.com. In addition to what you see below, we offer:

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  • COVID-19 Resources
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    Our homepage for 50-state research charts and other resources relating to COVID-19. Sign up here for our weekly newsletters that contain general COVID updates or tax-specific headlines; learn more about our Industry Impact Watch services; and access all of the charts listed below.

  • 50-State Budget Overview

    FOCUS' 50-State Budget Overview tracks states that have announced budget freezes as part of their response to the coronavirus.

  • Cannabis-related Executive Orders - Last updated August 19, 2020

    This page lists the states that have executive orders listing cannabis businesses and services as essential and easing pick-up or delivery service rules.

  • Relaxed Alcohol Laws

    This table details which states have listed alcohol-related businesses as essential/non-essential, alcohol-specific orders, laws and related changes and other COVID-19-related policy information impacting the beer, wine and alcohol industry.

  • Remote Notarization Orders

    This table highlights Executive Orders that relate to remote/online notarization.

  • Shelter in Place & Essential Business Designations - Last updated May 4, 2021

    This document details which states have issued orders to close “nonessential” businesses, and those that have issued official Shelter in Place Orders that prohibit residents from leaving their home. While Shelter in Place orders typically include nonessential business closures, not all states that have closed businesses are requiring residents to stay home.

  • State Economy Reopening Guidelines - Last updated October 5, 2020

    This chart provides information regarding the guidelines each state has provided for reopening their respective economies. Some states have created formal plans, complete with specific dates or benchmarks and some states have joined regional coalitions to coordinate the reopening of their economies with their nearest neighbors. Several states have not provided formal guidance but may have issued proclamations or updated states of emergency which may give timelines as to when specified businesses and/or activities may resume.

  • Utility Disconnect Executive Orders - Last updated May 3, 2021

    This page lists the states that have executive orders that restrict or prohibit utilities – such as voice service, cable television, broadband service or other telecommunication service providers – from disconnecting clients for non-payment during the coronavirus pandemic.