Governor Parson Signs Executive Order For Emergency Powers

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Wednesday, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 20-04 invoking emergency powers to authorize executive agencies to waive or suspend certain regulations and statutes that interfere with Missouri’s response to the spread of COVID-19.

The Executive Order, accompanied by steps taken by agencies, accomplishes the following:

  • Enables doctors to diagnose and treat patients more easily through telemedicine to avoid physical contact.
  • Extends the hours commercial drivers can operate on Missouri roadways in order to deliver essential supplies.
  • Removes barriers to entering the education profession in order to mitigate teacher shortages.