Governor Carney to Lift COVID-19 State of Emergency on July 13

Today, Governor John Carney announced that he intends to lift the COVID-19 State of Emergency Order on July 13. Governor Carney also signed a modification on Tuesday that makes technical changes to the 29th emergency order.

Educators and staff in schools and child care centers are not required to wear masks when children are not present, according to Tuesday’s modification. Students and staff also are not required to wear masks outdoors.

Those who are unvaccinated are still strongly encouraged to wear a mask in accordance with guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).