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Government

Mar. 30, 2020

Defense Production Act requires California businesses to ethically weigh whether to close

When the Department of Homeland Security released its March 19 guidance to state governments, it identified 16 critical infrastructure sectors that should remain operative during the COVID-19 pandemic

Michael R. Rizzo

Partner
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Email: michael.rizzo@pillsburylaw.com

Mike is co-leader of the firm's Government Contracts & Disputes practice.

Since President Donald Trump declared that the outbreak of COVID-19 constituted a national emergency on March 13, many states, including California, have urged residents to act sensibly, stay at home when feasible, and practice social distancing. Following Gov. Gavin Newsom's leadership, city, county and local officials likewise have issued orders or equivocated policy statements that urge restaurants and bars to close, limit public congregation in outdoor areas to te...

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