
What a State-Wide Stay At Home Order Means for Texas
If Governor Abbott decides to enact a statewide 'Stay At Home' Order, many restrictions will go into effect. Here is what you can and can not do if the Order goes into effect.

Five States so far have enacted Stay at Home Orders. But what can and can't you do if Texas puts in place something similar?
Everyone will be required to stay indoors, with some exceptions
Aside from going to the grocery store, pharmacy, or a medical appointment, all non-essential employees must stay at home.
What classifies essential from non-essential employees?
If Texas enacts similar orders to the other 5 states, essential employees will still have to go to work.
Here are the Essential Employees, According to Forbes:
Healthcare & Public Health Employees
Law Enforcement, First Responders, and Public Safety
Food & Agriculture Workers
Energy Employees
Water & Wastewater
Transportation & Logistics
Communications and information technology
Critical manufacturing
Hazardous materials
Financial services
Chemical workers
Defense industrial base
Everyone who does not fit into those categories will have to stay at home.
Which stores and businesses will still be open?
According to Fox News, the following Essential Businesses will still be open:
Grocery Stores & Food Banks
Pharmacies
Medical Supply Stores
Gas Stations & Convenience Stores
Liquor Stores
Hardware Stores
Laundromats
Banks
Auto Services
Pet Stores
Disclaimer: A Stay At Home Order for Texas, if enacted, could vary greatly from other states. This is not to be considered legal advice or legal help. Consult a Lawyer if you have any questions regarding laws.