New Jersey and New York Ease Casino Restrictions

New Jersey and New York are joining other states in the US by easing some of their COVID-19 restrictions. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced that local casinos can have 50% capacity. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo also allowed casinos, restaurants, bars, and other public places to have up to 50% of their maximum capacity.

Previously, all bars, restaurants, cinemas, casinos, and other crowded places in these two regions were limited to 25% capacity. Governor Phil Murphy announced the decision to lift certain restrictions on his Twitter page.

Governor Phil Murphy stated that he and Governor Andrew Cuomo decided that New Jersey and New York will increase the capacity of public venues to 50% from March 19th. They will continue to work to protect the health of as many residents as possible.