It is ordered that the Public Health State of Emergency shall terminate on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at 11:59 PM, unless it is renewed by the Governor.
It is ordered that unless otherwise noted, the provisions contained in the Order shall be effective from March 1, 2021, at 12:00 AM until March 15, 2021, at 11:59 PM, unless it is renewed by the Governor.
Funeral Service Professionals Should Note:
II. Definitions
Critical Infrastructure that continue in-person operation during the effective dates of this Order shall implement measures to mitigate the exposure and spread of COVID-19.
Mortuary services are a Critical Infrastructure as determined by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). These businesses must continue to operate with social distancing and sanitation rules to keep customers and employees safe. Mortuary service providers, such as:
Remember to review guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well.
Reporting of Issues of Non Compliance with Governor Kemp’s Executive Orders
COVID-19 Hotline: (844) 442-2681
The hotline can be used for asking about symptoms related to COVID-19, finding out if someone should get tested, reporting possible scams related to COVID-19, and alerting the state about non-compliant businesses.
If you are reporting a possible violation of Governor Kemp’s Shelter in Place Order please contact:
For all non-urgent requests, please continue to contact Constituent Services through their online form found HERE.
Georgia Board of Funeral Service
Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH)
Georgia State Office of Vital Records
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
National Concrete Burial Vault Association (NCBVA)
National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)