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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