Matilda's Law Explained
Matilda's Law is an executive order in New York State that was issued on March 20, 2020 (effective March 22, 2020) to protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic.[1]
It directs vulnerable populations including those 70 years old and older, those with compromised immune systems, and those with underlying conditions to take specific precautions. These included limiting and screening visitors, and staying at home unless obtaining supplies, medical care, emergency services, or practicing solitary outdoor exercise.[2] [3] [4] [5]
The directive was named in honor of Matilda Cuomo, the former First Lady of New York state and mother of Governor Andrew Cuomo.[3] [6]
References
- Web site: Matilda's Law: Know the NY rules to stay safe. March 22, 2020. March 29, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200329043351/https://www.rochesterfirst.com/coronavirus/matildas-law-know-the-ny-rules-to-stay-safe/. March 29, 2020. live.
- Web site: March 20, 2020. Mayor de Blasio Issues New Guidance to New Yorkers. 2020-07-30. The official website of the City of New York.
- Web site: Governor Cuomo Signs the 'New York State on PAUSE' Executive Order. March 20, 2020. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo. March 29, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200328191630/https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-signs-new-york-state-pause-executive-order. March 28, 2020. live.
- Web site: March 20, 2020. Governor Cuomo Signs the 'New York State on PAUSE' Executive Order. NY Governor Andrew M. Cuomo official Youtube channel.
- Web site: Protect Yourself and Your Family from Coronavirus (COVID-19). 2020-07-30. Department of Health. en.
- Web site: Center for Elderly Justice and Law. 2020-03-29. https://web.archive.org/web/20200329043352/https://elderjusticeny.org/what-is-matildas-law/. 2020-03-29. live.
