Exempts certain essential individuals and businesses from certain requirements in state of emergencies or public health emergencies.
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Overview
This bill aims to ensure critical services and businesses can continue operating during state of emergency or public health emergencies. It designates certain essential individuals and businesses, such as electrical contractors, HVACR technicians, plumbers, and retailers selling building materials, as exempt from temporary closures or isolation requirements. The bill also grants the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs the authority to expand this list to include other licensed professions deemed essential.
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James Holzapfel
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