Indiana COVID-19 Updates
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Sep 10, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses State Department of Health communicating with CDC about possible vaccine, state launching online portal for school case information, opening of new testing sites, state and utilities making large investment in broadband infrastructure, universities and K-12 schools making changes in response to pandemic numbers, and Indianapolis having limited reopening of bars and nightclubs
Aug 27, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discussses state staying in Back on Track Stage 4.5, CARES Act funds being available for Indianapolis music venues, Marion County launching online tool to help unemployed find work, judge’s ruling on mail-in voting, free online program for settling landlord/tenant eviction disputes, Butler University going back to remote learning, and Marion County releasing early voting plans
Aug 20, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Miami County high school switching to remote learning, Indianapolis schools beginning remote learning, state and private groups providing physical and financial support to students, governor assuring schools of full funding for year, and state applying for federal lost-wage assistance program
Aug 14, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses some Indiana schools that had opened for in-person learning reporting positive cases;
Avon High School resuming e-learning this week, followed by hybrid learning; Indianapolis’ mask mandate and increased enforcement; Indianapolis’ current restrictions remaining in place;
Attorney General issuing opinion on Governor’s statewide mask mandate; Governor’s reluctance to allow mail-in voting; eviction moratorium ending today; health officials’ concerns over COVID-19 trends; and launch of online dashboard tracking in long-term care facilities
Jul 30, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses many schools now choosing virtual learning as an option, statewide mask mandate taking effect, eviction and foreclosure moratoriums being extended, and landlords filing suit against Governor
Jul 23, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Governor announcing a statewide mask mandate beginning Monday, Michigan City and Whiting closing their Lake Michigan beaches, Indiana colleges changing plans due to the shortage of COVID-19 testing supplies, and many Indianapolis school districts delaying start of school year
Jul 16, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses remaining in Phase 4.5 until at least the end of July, depletion of budget reserves, and closure of Whihala Beach until further notice
Jul 14, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Governor’s decision to pause the state’s reopening, Governor supporting local decisions to mandate face coverings, Marion County issuing a mask mandate, and
Marion County introducing rental assistance program
Jun 30, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Noblesville Schools reopening this fall, rising concerns of a second wave coming as Indiana continues to reopen, Indiana counties extending orders requiring face masks, and Governor Holcomb announcing extension of moratorium on renter evictions into July
Jun 25, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Johnson County Public Library reopened, more public services in Marion County city-county building reopening, Marion County public schools set to resume this Fall, Governor Holcomb announces grant for Indiana schools to assist with digital learning, Indiana’s rental assistance program launching in July, and Kroger resuming free testing for eligible individuals
Jun 18, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Indiana Chamber of Commerce lobbying for employers’ immunity from COVID-19-related lawsuits, Indiana’s partnership with Indiana Black Expo,
Governor promising no budget cuts for K-12 schools, Indiana Gaming Commission issuing guidelines for reopening casinos, unemployment benefits being extended for 13 weeks, Eiteljorg Museum reopening June 20, Indianapolis Zoo reopening Friday, Optum-operated testing sites offering free testing, and researchers concerns about second spike
Jun 11, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana updates discusses moving to Stage 4 ahead of schedule, unemployment claims remaining at a steady high, and a reminder that Marion County residents can receive free masks
Jun 09, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses cancellation of the State Fair, the possibility of casinos reopening on June 14, the Governor extending the pandemic-related health emergency, launch of the “Rapid Recovery for a Better Future” program, and schools set to reopen July 1
Jun 04, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a new order from ISDH on COVID-19 reporting requirements, the number of reported cases continuing to grow as state continues more testing, the launch of “small business restart fund” to help small businesses impacted by pandemic, and Indiana University to begin voluntary workouts for student athletes
May 29, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Bloomington area moving into Stage 3 with the rest of the state,
Indiana Department of Natural Resources closing pools for 2020, and Indianapolis parks reopening next week
May 28, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the state still seeing a high number of first-time unemployment claims, the Governor stating he's not ready for the state to fully reopen, and state officials working on a plan for reopening schools this fall
May 27, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Marion County moving to Stage 3 of the Governor’s 5-Stage Plan and Indianapolis providing free masks to eligible Marion County residents
May 26, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Indiana Department of Homeland Security taking steps to ensure Indiana businesses are in compliance with social distancing guidelines, the success of Indiana’s online marketplace for PPE, opening two more free testing sites, and the success of Marion County businesses reopening outdoor dining
May 22, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses reopening camping and other outdoor activities, multiple confirmed cases of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome, appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year, and false contact tracing calls
May 21, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the state moving to Stage Three, absentee voting, more testing sites to open, and a
hotline for low-income tenants facing eviction
May 20, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses funding towards the distribution of naloxone and two Indiana organizations helping their communities that need support
May 19, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Indianapolis offering help to safely reopen restaurants and small businesses, state's first case of multi-system inflammatory syndrome, new testing sites in Marion County, and state receives more shipments of remdesivir
May 18, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Indianapolis Public Libraries begin curbside delivery, new economic model prediction, and state supplying Indiana election offices with PPE
May 15, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a COVID-19 outbreak in the Johnson County Jail and Indianapolis area moving to Phase 2
May 14, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses changed projections after reopening has started and new testing sites opening
May 13, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Indianapolis' reopening and
a new testing clinic in Hamilton County
May 12, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a new COVID-19 drug in Indiana and a spike in positive cases in enclosed populations
May 11, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a Franklin County business assisting in developing a vaccine, a free drive-thru testing site, contact tracing beginning today, and more counties reopening under Phase Two
May 08, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the revised guidelines for places of worship and funeral homes and reminds small businesses and nonprofits how to apply for PPE
May 07, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses updated projections of COVID-19 related deaths in the state, Boone County holding a blood drive, and Marion County continuing restrictions
May 06, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a call for blood donations from recovered COVID-19 patients, Indiana’s PPE Marketplace, and
the statewide reopening of places of worship
May 05, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a statewide marketplace to provide PPE for businesses and a new website to help residents find testing sites
May 04, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a rise in reported cases,
pushback from local mayors, and new testing sites
May 01, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a decrease in weekly unemployment claims, the Back on Track plan to reopen the economy, and Marion County extending its stay-at-home order
Apr 30, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a cleaning service to help decontaminate N95 masks, state plans to centralize contact tracing efforts, and more free drive-thru testing sites open
Apr 29, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Governor’s plans for reopening the state, the state's COVID-19 research study, and plans for more testing
Apr 28, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the Family and Social Services Administration creating a mental health resource website, Cass County declaring a local public health emergency, and the state requiring long-term care facilities to communicate with residents about daily COVID-19 updates
Apr 27, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a rising number of cases,
Governor’s focus on May 1 reopening of economy, additional benefits from Family and Social Services Administration, and state's secured commitments for more PPE
Apr 24, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the state beginning a COVID-19 testing study, a decrease in unemployment claims, and
expanded unemployment eligibility
Apr 23, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses a mortgage assistance program and additional funding for rural counties
Apr 22, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses Department of Corrections COVID-19 cases, Governor’s plans to prepare for reopening, and the State Supreme Court's ruling on garnishing federal stimulus checks
Apr 21, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses additions to extended stay-at-home order and Governor’s reactions to weekend's protests
Apr 20, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses new projections for the state's peak death rate and the availability of new testing clinics
Apr 17, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses plans to reopen the state’s economy in early May and tweaks to the statewide stay-at-home order
Apr 16, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses regional governors coordinating the phasing out of stay-at-home orders
Apr 15, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the first reported Department of Corrections death, new testing sites, efforts to slow the spread in long-term care facilities, and the Disaster Household Distribution program
Apr 14, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the plea for personal protective equipment and what equipment is needed
Apr 13, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the state’s projected peak in resource use and deaths
Apr 10, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update discusses the encouragement to stay home for the upcoming holidays
Apr 09, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on new testing devices from Abbott Labs and Hamilton County's closure of recreational facilities
Apr 08, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on guidelines regarding funeral homes and funeral directors
Apr 07, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on a stay-at-home Order and a new enforcement team
Apr 06, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on extending the public health emergency, extending the stay-at-home order, the granting of federal Major Disaster Declaration, release of non-violent prisoners, and adding additional SNAP benefits
Apr 03, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on child care programs, an Increase in the number of cases and deaths, school closures, and unemployment claims
Apr 02, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes the the designation of pregnant women as part of the “at risk” group for COVID-19 and the Governor’s plans to stockpile PPE in preparation for rising cases of the virus in Indiana
Apr 01, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on emergency services, businesses that are to stay closed, and orders to ease government operations
Mar 30, 2020
HeplerBroom's Indiana update includes information on the Governor's latest Executive Order
Mar 27, 2020
HeplerBroom attorneys have assembled some of the executive, legislative, and regulatory actions Indiana has taken related to COVID-19