Clarification of “Essential Services” from the Governor’s Office
This morning, as expected, there have been many questions on the exact definition of “essential business”. It was requested from the Governor’s Office for further clarification. Please see attached document for a more specific list of essential businesses.
Excerpt from the list…
Essential services and sectors include, but are not limited to:
• Fire services, law enforcement agencies, emergency medical services & public safety agencies
• Healthcare services
• Businesses or organizations that provide food, shelter, or critical social services for disadvantaged populations
• Utilities as defined in NRS Chapter 704
• Trash collection
• Home maintenance/repair services
• Auto repair services & trucking service centers
• Grocery stores, supermarkets, hardware stores, convenience & discount stores
• Pharmacies, healthcare operations, & biomedical facilities
• Post offices & shipping outlets
• Gas stations & truck stops
• Banks & financial institutions
• Veterinary services & pet stores
• Laundromats & dry cleaners
• Food processing
• Agriculture, livestock & feed mills
• Logistics & Supply Chain Operations: Warehousing, storage, distribution, and supply-chain related operations
• Public transportation
• Essential stays in hotels, commercial lodging, dormitories, shelters, and homeless encampments
• Child care centers and daycares operating in accordance with requirements set forth by their licensing authorities and COVID-19 guidance
Please see the full press release for all the details needed to fully understand this directive.
If you have any further questions, please call me at the Chamber. 702.293.2034
