Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has issued Executive Order 28 limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. The targeted, measured directives in the executive order are based on links between certain types of businesses and services and the recent rise in positive cases throughout the state.
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.
Business Resources
- DSHS Printable Sign: Best Health Practices To Avoid COVID-19
- DSHS Printable Sign: How To Wash Your Hands
- OSHA: Guidance on Returning to Work
- SBA: Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Open Texas Checklists: Phase III – June 3, 2020
New
- Amusement Park Operators
- Amusement Park Visitors
- Fine Arts Performance Halls
- Fine Arts Performance Hall Patrons
- Media Production
- Outdoor Events (Updated June 26, 2020)
- Valet Parking
- Video Game Facilities
Revised
- All Employers and Event Organizers
- All Individuals
- Adult Recreational Sports Operators
- Barber Shops
- Barber Shop Customers
- Bars and Bar Patrons
(All bars and similar establishments that receive more than 51% of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages are required to close at 12:00PM June 26, 2020. These businesses may remain open for delivery and take-out, including for alcoholic beverages, as authorized by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.) - Bowling Alleys, Bingo Halls, Simulcasting, Skating Rinks
- Bowling, Bingo, Simulcasting, Skating Customers
- Cosmetology / Hair Salons
- Cosmetology / Hair Salon Customers
- Day Youth Camp Operators
- Day Youth Camp Families
- Driving Schools
- Gyms / Exercise Facilities
- Low-COVID-19 Counties
- Manufacturers
- Movie Theaters
- Movie Theater Customers
- Museums and Libraries
- Museum and Library Visitors
- Nail Salons
- Nail Salon Customers
- Office-Based Employers
- Outdoor Motorsports Events
- Outdoor Sports Participants (Updated June 9, 2020)
- Overnight Youth Camp Operators
- Overnight Youth Camp Families
- Parks / Beaches / Bodies of Water
- Professional Sports Leagues
- Restaurants (Updated June 26, 2020)
- Restaurant Customers
- Retailers
- Retail Customers
- Rodeo / Equestrian Events
- Tanning Salons
- Tanning Salon Customers
- Waterpark Operators
- Waterpark Visitors
- Wedding Reception Venues
- Wedding Reception Attendees
- Wedding Venues
- Wedding Attendees
- Youth Clubs
- Youth Club Participants
- Youth Sports Operators
- Zoos, Aquariums, Natural Caverns
- Zoo, Aquarium, Natural Cavern Visitors
As Previously Posted
- Adult Recreation Sport Participants
- Child Care Centers
- Child Care Families
- Churches and Places of Worship (Updated May 26, 2020)
- Church / Worship Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Gym / Exercise Facility Patrons (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Services
- Massage and Personal-Care, Beauty Service Customers
- Office-Based Employees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Special Guidance for Texans Over 65
- Youth Sports Families
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