Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson says elective surgeries will be allowed starting April 27. He announced an incremental plan to open specific businesses over the next few weeks, and if those go well, the state will open up even more businesses on May 4.
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His phase one measures outlined in a statement include giving local school districts the option to return to in-classroom learning beginning May 7. Main street and retail businesses can become operational on or after April 27 if they can adhere to requirements to limit capacity and maintain strict physical distancing. Employers are directed to develop policies to keep employees and customers safe including teleworking when possible, enforcing social distancing protocols, and other measures.
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