CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Gov. Chris Sununu allowed New Hampshire’s stay-at-home order during the coronavirus pandemic to expire on Monday, transitioning to a “safer at home” advisory with no social gathering limitations or distinctions between essential and nonessential businesses.
“We feel very confident in taking some additional steps forward,” Sununu said at a news conference last Thursday.
The stay-at-home order had limited gatherings to 10 and under. There is no longer a group limit, but people are still encouraged to practice social distancing and wear masks in public, Sununu said.
Sununu also said a number of businesses are able to open or expand under strengthened guidance and capacity limitations as of Monday, such as gyms, bowling alleys, tourist train and racetracks. Also added to the list are charitable gaming facilities, museums, and libraries.
Several businesses will be allowed to reopen on June 29 with limitations: indoor movie theaters, performing arts centers and amusement parks.
Sununu also announced the availability of the following coronavirus relief funds: $35 million for housing assistance; $50 million for broadband access; $15 million for homeless shelters; $10 million for private colleges and universities; and $2 million for partnerships with chambers of commerce.
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