What is considered an essential or nonessential business in Tennessee?

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Published: Mar. 30, 2020 at 5:31 PM EDT

Governor Bill Lee ordered all nonessential businesses in the state to close Monday afternoon.

Gov. Lee said all residents should stay inside their homes and limit all movement outside beyond what is absolutely necessary to take care of essential needs.

Here are what the state considers essential and non-essential businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.

Essential Businesses include:

Health Care and Public Health Operations

Human Services Operations

Essential Infrastructure Operations

Essential Government Functions

Food and Medicine Stores

Food and Beverage Production and Agriculture

Organizations that Provide Charitable and Social Services

Religious and Ceremonial Functions

Media

Gas Stations and Businesses Needed for Transportation

Financial Institutions and Insurance Entities

Hardware and Supply Stores

Critical Trades

Mail, Post, Shipping, Logistics, Delivery, and Pick-up Services

Educational Institutions

Laundry Services

Restaurants for Off-Premises Consumption

Supplies to Work from Home

Supplies for Essential Businesses and Operations

Transportation

Home-based Care and Services

Residential Facilities and Shelters

Professional Services

Manufacturing, Distribution and Supply Chain for Critical Products and Industries

Hotels and Motels

Funeral Services

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