07/15/2020 - 07/12/2021 - Vaccine Mandate Frequently Asked Questions Inslee issues protection for high-risk workers COVID-19: Behavioral Health Association, Childrens Long-Term Inpatient Program and Residential Treatment Facilities Operations and Visitation 08/26/2020 - COVID-19: Higher Education - Fall 2020 05/29/2020 - 04/06/2021 - 03/15/2021 - Note: Given potential exposure to others, imprisonment might take the form of electronic monitoring at the quarantine site. Loss of taste or smell may persist for weeks or months after recovery and should not delay the end of isolation. 12/08/2020 - However, the advisory is a recommendation and not a mandate, and there is little way to enforce it. 11/10/2020 - 04/21/2020 - 11/10/2020 - If you had moderate (shortness of breath or difficulty breathing) or. 05/07/2020 - Inslee issues proclamation requiring vaccination verification for large events COVID-19: Unemployment Benefit - 1 Week Waiver 10/30/2020 - 07/08/2020 - COVID-19: Delaying Repeal of RCW 26.10 10/02/2020 - 07/02/2020 - COVID-19: DSHS - Family Emergency Assistance Program COVID-19: Department of Health Health Care Workers 10/30/2020 - Inslee issues proclamation on K-12 reopening 05/05/2020 - COVID-19: Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services Washington ranked #1 state to work 10/02/2020 - Note: WAC 246-100-040(6) authorizes another extension up to thirty days if so ordered by the Superior Court. COVID-19: rdenes de Proteccin y Notificacin en Persona 11/29/2021 - Learn about isolation and quarantine for COVID-19. Check for any travel restrictions that state, local, or territorial governments may have in place. Inslee prioritizes poverty reduction efforts If you have symptoms, day 0 is your first day of symptoms. 06/09/2020 - Inslee provides construction guidance and signs proclamations for UI rules, healthcare payments If you tested positive for COVID-19 buthave not had any symptoms, isolate forat least 5 days* after you tested positive for COVID-19. 04/21/2020 - COVID-19: Department of Health - Temporary Practice Permits 03/26/2020 - 06/23/2020 - Inslee announces Colorado & Nevada will join Washington, Oregon & California in Western States Pact If you had COVID-19 within the past 30-90 days, use an antigen test (not a PCR test), as PCR results may remain persistently positive even if there is not a new, active infection. COVID-19: Justicia Criminal - Prescripcin de las Acciones 03/30/2020 - The last part of the form calls for an attachment. Public health experts agree that the true number of people who have been infected with COVID-19 in Washington greatly exceeds those who have received positive, laboratory-confirmed results. 03/09/2020 - 10/02/2020 - The Travel Security Administration (TSA) announced Tuesday their continued efforts to maintain as much social distance as possible during travel screenings in airports as the nation works to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have been exposed to COVID-19 and have no symptoms but had COVID-19 in the past 30 days, testing is not recommended. 05/12/2020 - Watch for symptoms until 10 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. Lowering of the Washington State and United States Flags (Remembering the lives lost to COVID-19) COVID-19: Department of Licensing Inslee announces school closures in King, Snohomish and Piercecounties COVID-19: Garnishments and Accrual of Interest As of October 2021, Emergency Use Authorization was given for children 5 through 11 years of age. 07/20/2021 - Proclamation 20-25 et seq. 06/30/2020 - 03/26/2020 - 10/02/2020 - Inslee statement on COVID booster expanded eligibility 03/02/2021 - 12/08/2020 - 12/08/2020 - 09/02/2020 - 05/04/2020 - Support is also available throughCare Connect Washington. Inslee updates high risk worker proclamation Inslee announces guidance for long-term care facilities Inslee issues two public education-related proclamations COVID-19: Department of Revenue - Relief from Penalties, Fees, Interest, Due Dates COVID-19: Unemployment Benefit Job Search Requirement COVID-19: Washington Ready Inslee letter to Zients requests federal medical staffing resources COVID-19: Building Code Implementation Dates 08/04/2021 - COVID-19: Garnishments 06/18/2020 - COVID-19: Unemployment Benefit Job Search Requirement There are also plants on the list to prevent them from being imported and spread in our state. 04/21/2021 - 08/20/2020 - 10/02/2020 - 03/11/2020 - 05/05/2020 - COVID-19: Department of Health Health Care Workers 07/02/2020 - 07/02/2020 - Inslee expands eviction moratorium and adds additional protections for residential and some commercial tenants COVID-19: Department of Health Health Care Workers Delaying Implementation of RCW 70A.530.020 - Single-Use Plastic Bags COVID-19 04/03/2020 - COVID-19: Unemployment Benefit 1 Week Waiver 06/18/2020 - If you test positive while isolating, you will need to start a new isolation period: Isolation and quarantine centers are available to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable place to stay for people who cant safely self-quarantine or isolate in their own home, or dont have a home. 05/15/2020 - 12/08/2020 - 11/10/2020 - 05/22/2020 - If somebody does not have a doctor or health care provider: many locations have free or low-cost testing, regardless of immigration status. 05/29/2020 - COVID-19: Stay Home, Stay Healthy Adjustment The table below shows the total number of hospital beds occupied by patients with confirmed COVID-19, and a subset of patients on ventilators. 12/08/2020 - Inslee announces state plan for widespread vaccine distribution and administration Say your preferred language when connected. Inslee extends proclamations related to COVID-19 It is important to note that the total tests performed only includes the first positive test for a case. Follow the recommendations above for ending isolation if you have symptoms. 07/16/2021 - 11/20/2020 - COVID-19: DSHS Waivers 09/16/2020 - Likely to be used when: Not as confident the individual will comply with a Voluntary Request for Voluntary Isolation or Quarantine; when the Local Health Officer believes the formality of the order with police enforcement and fine will better ensure compliance, or there is no time or ability to secure a Court Order (i.e., person ready to leave jurisdiction, need to impose quarantine on a weekend or at night and no prearrangements were made to locate a judge in an emergency). COVID-19: Statewide Orders Relating to Long-Term Care Inslee consolidates business and employee guidance documents for some industries Inslee statement on Trump encouraging illegal and dangerous acts DOC - Prison Commitments 05/12/2020 - ICYMI: Inslee letter to Trudeau seeks solution for Point Roberts residents Inslee memo to local government officials on Safe Start Reopening Guide 10/02/2020 - 03/13/2020 - 07/02/2020 - 12/08/2020 - 04/14/2020 - Inslee announces update to spectator event guidance Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup finds Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective for children as young as 6 months old Inslee issues guidance for the agricultural industry COVID-19: Community Associations Meetings and Late Fees COVID-19: Residency for Tuition Waivers 01/13/2022 - Inslee extends 27 proclamations relating to COVID-19 Washington, DC 20210. Inslee announces vaccination requirement for most state employees, private health care and long-term care workers COVID-19: DOH Health Care Facilities and Hand Sanitizer COVID-19: Safe Start - Stay Healthy County-by-County Phased Reopening COVID-19: Electronic Notary Inslee amends Washington Ready proclamation 03/23/2020 - 12/13/2020 - COVID-19: Restrictions on Travelers 04/17/2020 - 07/02/2020 - 12/10/2020 - COVID-19: Department of Revenue - Relief from Penalties, Fees, Interest, Due Dates ICYMI: Inslee requests extension of National Guard mission for COVID-19 pandemic response Inslee extends proclamation related to COVID-19 COVID-19: Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services 07/31/2020 - 08/05/2020 - If you are a healthcare professional who thinks or knows you had COVID-19, you should notify your employer and follow the same recommendations listed above for when you can resume being around others outside the workplace. 10/14/2020 - Inslee statement on Biden signing the American Rescue Plan Act 06/11/2020 - Inslee announces relief funds to help immigrants and agricultural workers However, as noted in our October 6, 2022 blog post, some COVID-19 exposure notification requirements still apply. 09/27/2021 - COVID-19: Oficina de Gestin Financiera, Divisin Estatal de Recursos Humanos, Procedimientos de Vacaciones Anuales y Salarios 04/10/2020 - COVID-19: Asistencia al Contribuyente y Conservacin de los Servicios Esenciales COVID-19: Electronic Notary Effective Date Inslee updates proclamation on truck driver hours Inslee issues proclamation waiving College Bound scholarship signature requirement Inslee issues guidance for resuming the car wash industry 12/22/2020 - You are considered up-to-date with your COVID-19 vaccines when you have completed your initial series of vaccinations and all recommended booster shots that you are eligible for. 05/04/2020 - USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) loans provide important access to capital to help agricultural producers start or expand their farming operation, purchase equipment and storage structures or . Inslee issues new rules to protect older adults in nursing homes, living facilities 07/31/2020 - 07/02/2020 - 08/25/2021 - 11/10/2020 - COVID-19: Department of Licensing Driver License Suspension 11/10/2020 - COVID-19: Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services 07/31/2020 - Inslee statement on Washington's 5,000th COVID-related death 05/19/2020 - 03/26/2020 - A timeline of the coronavirus outbreak in Washington state, from the day the first U.S. case was confirmed in Snohomish County through the end of March 2020, is below. 12/04/2020 - 11/10/2020 - COVID-19: Employment Security Department Lump Sum Retirement Benefits COVID-19: Health Care Worker Licensing COVID-19: Garnishments 07/16/2020 - Inslee issues proclamation on single use plastic bags 05/29/2020 - COVID-19: Electronic Notary 10/18/2021 - ICYMI: Inslee and Western leaders send letter to Congress requesting $1 trillion in state and local aid COVID-19: Acerca de la Salud de los Trabajadores Agrcolas 07/31/2020 - 05/29/2020 - COVID-19: Cierre Pblicas y Privadas Universidades Subsequent positive tests that occurred within 90 days of becoming a case are not included in this total. COVID-19: Statewide Limits: Food and Beverage Services, Areas of Congregation Confirmed cases include individuals who received a positive molecular test result for COVID-19. It is helpful to repeat the test within 48 hours to rule out a false positive. 05/12/2020 - COVID-19: Nursing Home Transfer or Discharge for COVID-19 Cohorting Purposes Inslee extends three proclamations related to COVID-19 Inslee announces new economic supports and extension of restrictions 05/28/2021 - 12/22/2020 - The trend in hospitalization rate refers to the trend in the 7-day rate of new COVID-19 hospitalizations per 100,000 population. Follow the quarantine instructions listed for, Isolate for 5 days. 06/02/2020 - 09/02/2020 - Inslee appoints representatives to multi-state COVID vaccine workgroup Wear the best quality mask you can get. Inslee announces authorization of Moderna vaccine by Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup WA HEALTH is Washington's Healthcare, Emergency and Logistics Tracking Hub. Inslee statement on federal coronavirus relief and omnibus package 04/27/2020 - COVID-19: Waiver of in-person administration of oath of office 07/31/2020 - 03/16/2020 - 04/24/2021 - 04/07/2020 - COVID-19: Employment Security Department - Shared Work Requirements 06/18/2020 - 10/02/2020 - Higher-risk settings include: health care facilities, correctional facilities, detention facilities, homeless shelters, transitional housing, commercial maritime settings (e.g., commercial seafood vessel, cargo ship, cruise ship), temporary worker housing, or crowded work sites where physical distancing is not possible due to the nature of the work (e.g., warehouses, factories, and food packaging and meat processing facilities). 12/17/2020 - COVID-19: Moratorium on Evictions 04/23/2020 - 06/15/2020 - 11/15/2020 - 05/29/2020 - 09/02/2020 - Inslee statement on Biden educator and licensed childcare workers vaccination directive Get tested 3-5 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19 (between - ). Pay attention for symptoms. 07/02/2020 - 06/18/2020 - Inslee announces funding for rent assistance, tribal recovery efforts, small businesses and nonprofits Inslee issues final utility moratorium extension Updated: 10:23 PM PST December 2, 2020 Washington state will adopt new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that shortens the recommended length of quarantine. 12/02/2020 - COVID-19: Department of Licensing CDL Health Certificates and Other Requirements COVID-19: Safe Start - Stay Healthy County-by-County Phased Reopening 04/24/2020 - 06/19/2020 - You should also avoid being around people who are at high risk until . 05/06/2020 - Please see What to do if you test positive for COVID-19 (PDF) for additional information. A close contact is someone who is less than 6 feet away from an infected person for 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period. COVID-19: Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act Inslee, Department of Commerce announce support for small businesses COVID-19: Department of Revenue - Relief from Penalties, Fees, Interest, Due Dates 07/12/2021 - 09/25/2020 - COVID-19 Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers, Vaccine Mandate Frequently Asked Questions, Governor's Distinguished Managers Association, Governors Task Force on Independent Investigations of Police Use of Force, Request a Ceremonial Proclamation, Greeting or Letter, States COVID emergency order ends next week, Inslee announces end to remaining COVID-19 emergency orders and state of emergency by October 31, Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup finds Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective for children as young as 6 months old, Governors Newsom, Brown and Inslee Announce Updated Health Guidance, COVID-19 trends give leaders confidence to look towards next phase of pandemic response, Inslee shares Washington's pandemic story with U.S. House COVID committee, Inslee prioritizes poverty reduction efforts, Inslee provides support to hospitals to fight Omicron variant, Inslee statement on efforts to stop violence fueled by election lies, Inslee announces additional resources for Omicron variant, Video message from Gov.