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  • Has New Jersey lifted restrictions?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    On March 4, 2022, Governor Murphy lifted the COVID-19 public health emergency. This major step was made possible by the Murphy Administration's comprehensive and successful pandemic response effort...
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  • Are there safety guidelines for businesses? Are any businesses closed?

    Last Updated: 04/13/2022
    All businesses, offices, and worksites may open in New Jersey. Social distancing and masking is not required in most indoor or outdoor spaces, and there are no capacity limits for businesses or wor...
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  • How can people safely get together?

    Last Updated: 04/18/2022
    There are no numerical limits for indoor or outdoor gatherings. In New Jersey, face masks are no longer required in most outdoor and indoor settings. The Department of Health recommends wearing a f...
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  • Are schools open? What are the safety requirements?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    All public school districts in New Jersey are expected to provide full-time, in-person instruction. Vaccinations, including booster doses for those eligible, remain the best defense against COVID-1...
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  • Are New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission agencies open? What new protocols or practices are in place?

    Last Updated: 02/24/2022
    Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) agencies are open to the public six days a week, Mondays through Saturdays. Nearly all in-person services at agencies require an appointment that must be scheduled at...
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  • What are the safety precautions for sports?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    Due to increased exhalation that occurs during physical activity, some sports can put players, coaches, trainers, and others who are not up to date with vaccinations at increased risk for COVID-19....
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  • What are the safety guidelines for child care centers? Is there financial support for child care costs?

    Last Updated: 02/08/2023
    Vaccinations remain the best defense to prevent severe COVID-19 and to reduce interruptions in learning and care. Students and staff are encouraged to stay up to up date with vaccines. If you need ...
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  • Can I visit a nursing home or long-term care facility? What are the safety protocols?

    Last Updated: 02/09/2023
    Visitation must be allowed for all residents of nursing homes at all times. Assisted living facilities, comprehensive personal care homes, dementia care homes, and residential health care facilitie...
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  • Are hotels open? Can I still use AirBnB? What safety precautions must they take?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    Note: The COVID-19 public health emergency has ended. There are no travel advisories that apply specifically to New Jersey at this time. The CDC recommends delaying travel until you are up to date ...
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  • Are courts open? Do I have to report for jury duty? Can legal matters be dealt with remotely?

    Last Updated: 02/14/2023
    Federal Courts Criminal as well as civil jury selections and trials have resumed. Judicial proceedings, in both criminal and civil matters, shall continue to be conducted by video and teleconferenc...
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  • Is public transportation running?

    Last Updated: 07/02/2021
    Service Updates NJ Transit has resumed full-service and is running a regular weekday schedule on its bus, rail, light rail, and Access Link services. To learn more about NJ Transit's plan to safely...
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  • Can I get something notarized remotely?

    Last Updated: 09/28/2021
    Yes. A new law authorizes New Jersey notaries to remotely notarize electronic or physical documents. To find a notary, search through this online directory created by the Treasury. Source: https://...
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  • What are the safety guidelines for colleges and universities?

    Last Updated: 02/15/2023
    Vaccination is the leading prevention strategy to protect individuals from COVID-19. The CDC recommends all faculty, staff, and students get vaccinated as soon as possible and remain up to date, in...
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  • Has the State used data to make decisions and slow the spread of COVID-19?

    Last Updated: 04/02/2021
    Working with a team of leading data scientists and epidemiologists, the State has used several dynamic epidemiology and growth models to predict the spread of the virus and the need for hospital be...
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  • Is there somewhere I can report violations of Executive Orders?

    Last Updated: 07/02/2021
    Compliance with Executive Orders is not voluntary. You can report a possible violation of all COVID-related Executive Orders using this online form: https://covid19.nj.gov/violation. If you believe...
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  • Where can I find the Executive Orders and Administrative Orders issued by the Governor and the State?

    Last Updated: 05/17/2020
    Executive Orders issued by Governor Murphy can be found here. Administrative Orders issued by the State of New Jersey can be found here.
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  • Can I visit someone at a Department of Corrections facility?

    Last Updated: 02/06/2023
    Visitation Visitation at NJ Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities is by appointment only. Effective May 6, 2023, the NJ Department of Corrections (DOC) returned to pre-pandemic indoor, contact...
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  • Am I at risk if I go to a funeral or visitation service for someone who died of COVID-19?

    There is currently no known risk associated with being in the same room at a funeral or visitation service with the body of someone who died of COVID-19. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Pre...
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  • Are programs funded by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities open?

    Last Updated: 02/10/2023
    Visitation Policies at Residential and Day Programs Indoor, outdoor, and off-site visits are available to residents of provider-managed residential settings. Residential providers are required to a...
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  • Is COVID-19 test data being shared with law enforcement agencies?

    Last Updated: 01/28/2021
    To enable law enforcement officers across New Jersey to better protect themselves and to more effectively use their limited supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the midst of the COVID...
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  • Can I visit someone in a hospital?

    Last Updated: 02/09/2023
    Individual hospitals will set visiting hours and visitation duration. Check with a specific facility for their visiting hours and safety policies. If visitation is restricted, support persons will ...
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  • How do I report an outbreak or misconduct at a long term care facility or nursing home?

    Last Updated: 05/07/2020
    Long term care facilities in New Jersey, such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities, are required to report many communicable disease cases, including COVID-19, to their local health depa...
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  • How can I volunteer for COVID-19 response efforts? How can I help the State?

    Last Updated: 06/14/2021
    Our first responders and health care workers are saving lives every day -- so can you. Your family, your friends, your neighbors -- their lives are literally in your hands. Here's how you can do yo...
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  • Where can I donate personal protective equipment (PPE) like respirators, gowns, and gloves?

    Last Updated: 09/24/2020
    For anyone who has PPE they wish to donate like N95 respirators, face shields, protective goggles, surgical masks, or other protective equipment, visit covid19.nj.gov/ppedonations.
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  • What are the safety guidelines for adult medical daycare centers?

    Last Updated: 03/01/2023
    Adult Medical Daycare Centers must follow the NJ Department of Health's safety guidance. Check with a specific facility for their safety policies. For more details on the Department of Health's saf...
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  • What are my rights and protections as a worker?

    Last Updated: 11/09/2021
    COVID-19 Workplace Health and Safety: Under legislation signed by Governor Murphy on June 4, 2021, the majority of Executive Orders issued pursuant to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency expired o...
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