Governor Mike Parson addressed Missouri's economic reopening plan during his Thursday news conference.
He announced he is extending the Phase 1 Order through Monday, June 15.
"We are very pleased with how well Phase 1 has gone so far. Businesses, communities, and Missourians across the state have been implementing health & safety measures, and we are encouraged by data across the state.
Extending Phase 1 through June 15 aligns with our other Executive Orders, as well as the State of Emergency in Missouri.
Additionally, some communities across the state are farther along than others when it comes to reopening and economic recovery. Extending the Order will give these communities more time to prepare and align with us at the state level as we continue working toward Phase 2.
I want to assure you that our efforts ARE showing positive results. We are in a good place with our recovery pillars – testing, PPE, hospital capacity and data.
We're extending Phase 1 NOT because we have taken steps back, but we want to be sure we are fully prepared for Phase 2."
A strategic “re-opening” of Missouri’s economy cannot be successful without proactive steps taken to mitigate risk of COVID-19 resurgence by our state’s businesses, communities, and citizens."