Table 1. List of restrictive public health measures by location.
| Measure | Houston | New York City | Seattle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ban on mass gatherings | 3/13/20 | 3/12/20 | 3/11/20 |
| School closures | 3/13/20 | 3/16/20 | 3/13/20 |
| Bars and restaurants closed | 3/16/20 | 3/16/20 | 3/16/20 |
| Closure of non-essential businesses | 3/24/20 | 3/22/20 | 3/23/20 |
| Stay Home order in effect | 3/24/20 | 3/22/20 | 3/23/20 |
| First state or local park closures/restrictions | 3/25/20 | 3/24/20 | 3/25/20 |
| Limited business openings | 5/1/20 | 5/15/20 | 5/5/20 |
| Stay Home order lifted | 6/10/20 | 6/13/20 | 6/1/20 |
Source: Raifman J, Nocka K, Jones D, Bor J, Lipson S, Jay J, and Chan P. (2020). "COVID-19 US state policy database." Available at: www.tinyurl.com/statepolicies.