Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
6/17/20

In the rapidly changing dynamics of combating the Cornonavirus, information is updated constantly. This archive is being provided as an additional resource for those seeking to learn more about how New York State is addressing COVID-19.

6/17/20 Updates 
From Governor Cuomo’s press briefing in Albany:

NOTE: The Governor will finish his daily briefings on Friday, 6/19. Additional briefings will be held on an as-needed basis. 

OVERVIEW

• 17 COVID deaths recorded over the last 24 hours.
• Lowest 3-day average since March 21. 
• Roughly 60,000 tests conducted in NY yesterday and .96% tested positive for antibodies. 

FEDERAL

• The government is making a mistake on how they are advising the American people on the facts.
• States without “smart” re-opening plans are seeing a rise in cases.
• Federal projection models changed to indicate a projected 89,382 more deaths. 

REOPENING

• NYC is on track for Phase 2 on Monday.
• Long Island will enter Phase 3 on Wednesday.
• Westchester, Rockland is on track to enter Phase 3 on Tuesday. 

EXECUTIVE ORDER

• Today Governor Cuomo will sign an Executive Order protecting whistle-blower healthcare workers.
• The Governor will also sign an E.O. making Juneteenth a holiday for State employees.