Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
5/16/20

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.

5/16/20 Updates 
From Governor Cuomo’s press briefing from the Red Room at the NYS Capitol: 

OVERVIEW

  • Hospitalizations, intubations and new cases are down.  

TOTAL NYS DEATHS: 21,725 (157 New) 

REOPENING

  • Economic activity without crowds.
  • All horse racing tracks and Watkin’s Glen International will open June 1 without fans; guidelines will be forthcoming.
  • Local governance and enforcement will be key. 

ELECTIVE SURGERIES

  • Westchester and Suffolk Counties may resume. 

FEDERAL

Current bill contains:

  • $500 billion for states & $375 billion for localities.
  • Medicaid funding.
  • Increases SNAP.
  • 100% FEMA assistance.
  • Testing funding.
  • Repeals SALT. 

FROM THE Q&A

  • The State cannot decide on Major League Baseball (MLB).