On March 31st, the Governor gave an update on COVID-19 covering the news at the Holyoke Soldiers Home, Federal Government social distancing extensions, State Government extensions, Updated Essential Business List, Public Health order on hotels and AirBnBs, New Field Medical Station, and Pilot Project for On-Site Testing in Nursing Homes.

On March 30th, the Governor gave a press conference to provide a COVID-19 update on a new portal for PPE donations, new project to recruit medical professionals, the unemployment assistance process as it relates to the Federal CARES Act, and MassHealth Connector Updates.

On March 27th, the Governor gave a press conference to provide a COVID-19 update on new travel recommendations, online advancements on telehealth, boosted support for our healthcare workers, new tax deadline, updates on public health orders, and volunteer opportunities for healthcare workers.

On March 26th, the Governor gave a press conference to provide a COVID-19 update on expanding testing, new efforts for Boston’s homeless population, request to the Federal Administration for Federal Disaster Assistance, PPE supply, new efforts for individuals with disabilities and their PCA’s, and three new orders affecting our healthcare system.

On March 25th, Governor Baker held a press conference to provide an update on extending school closures, steps to protect homeowners and low-income tenants, division of banks, and grocery stores.

New COVID-19 Updates as of March 24th

On March 23rd, Governor Baker held a press conference to issue an emergency order requiring all businesses and organizations that do not provide “COVID-19 Essential Services” to close their physical workplaces. He also directed the Department of Public Health to issue a stay at home advisory.

On March 19th, Governor Baker held a press conference covering activating the National Guard, COVID-19 testing, RMV, and small businesses.

On March 18th, Governor Baker held a press conference covering unemployment benefits, tax relief for small businesses, the closing of daycare and child centers, mental health, personal protective equipment, and new public health orders.

On March 15th, Governor Baker did a press conference covering new restrictions that affect schools, restaurant businesses, and more.