Governor Steve Sisolak has declared a state of emergency over the coronavirus, and is praising school districts for canceling sports and extracurricular activities for now, in the interest of slowing the possible spread of the virus. The Governor urged people to observe the hand washing and other advice from health departments, and to be cautious about being in groups. The Governor pledged to provide honest information for Nevadan’s.

The Governor is supportive of restrictions being put in place in hospitals and other public places to protect people in health care facilities and nursing home.