Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas
Under the direction of Governor Abbott, with the advice of the Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House, Attorney General, and Texas Comptroller:
The Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas will safely and strategically restart and revitalize all aspects of the Lone Star State—work, school, entertainment, and culture.
Printable Signs For Businesses To Post
From the Department of State Health Services:
Best Health Practices To Avoid COVID-19
Open Texas Checklists
New, Effective May 26, 2020
New, Effective May 29, 2020
New, Effective May 31, 2020
Effective May 31, 2020
- Day Youth Camp Operators (Updated May 29, 2020)
- Day Youth Camp Families
- Overnight Youth Camp Operators (Updated May 29, 2020)
- Overnight Youth Camp Families
- Professional Sports Leagues (Updated May 22, 2020)
Effective May 22, 2020
- Bars (Updated May 22, 2020)
- Bar Patrons
- Bowling Alleys, Bingo Halls, Simulcasting, Skating Rinks
- Bowling, Bingo, Simulcasting, Skating Customers
- Outdoor Motorsports (Updated May 22, 2020)
- Rodeo / Equestrian Events
- Zoos, Aquariums, Natural Caverns
- Zoo, Aquarium, Natural Cavern Visitors
Effective May 18, 2020
- Child Care Centers
- Child Care Families
- Gyms / Exercise Facilities (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Gym / Exercise Facility Patrons (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Manufacturers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Services
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Service Customers
- Office-Based Employers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Office-Based Employees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Youth Clubs
- Youth Club Participants
- Youth Sports Operators
- Youth Sports Families
Effective May 8, 2020
- Barber Shops
- Barber Shop Customers
- Cosmetology / Hair Salons
- Cosmetology / Hair Salon Customers
- Nail Salons / Shops
- Nail Salon Customers
- Tanning Salons
- Tanning Salon Customers
Effective May 5, 2020
- Individuals (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Special Guidance for Texans Over 65
- All Employers and Employees
- Churches and Places of Worship (Updated May 26, 2020)
- Church / Worship Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Low-COVID-19 Counties (No Revisions)
- Movie Theaters (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Movie Theater Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Museums and Libraries (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Museum and Library Visitors (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Outdoor Sports Participants
- Parks / Beaches / Bodies of Water (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Restaurants (Updated May 22, 2020)
- Restaurant Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Retailers (Updated May 26, 2020)
- Retail Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Single Person Offices
- Wedding Reception Venues
- Wedding Reception Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Wedding Venues
- Wedding Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
From the Texas Education Agency
The Governor’s Report to Open Texas
“As we open Texas, we are each called upon to be Texans: to act responsibly as we re-engage in the economy, to continue following all health precautions and sanitizing guidelines, and to care for our vulnerable neighbors. Lives depend on our actions. I know you will respond as Texans.” – Governor Greg Abbott
View the April 27, 2020 Report
NOTE: The checklists in this report are no longer current. See the NEW checklists above.
About the Strike Force
Strike Force Working Groups
Economic Revitalization
- Workforce, Economic Development and International Trade
- Infrastructure
- Energy
- Arts, Culture, and Entertainment
Health Care
- Chief Medical Advisors
- Health Care Systems
- Emergency Management and Supply Chain
Education
- PreK-12 Schools
- Higher Education