Here’s what happened on Friday during Gov. Greg Abbott’s press conference:
- Abbott announced a plan to reopen the state of Texas in phases.
- Schools in Texas will remain closed for the rest of 2019-2020 school year.
- Parks will reopen on April 20, while retailers will operate on a pickup/to-go basis starting April 24.
- More openings will be announced in the days to come, depending on the containment of virus cases, says Abbott.
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Many Texans took to social media to share their reactions.
Here’s what they reacted:
Texas is about to open for business y’all! Love this state and Governor Abbott. pic.twitter.com/oHs0ki8bNN
— Brenda (@blameitonbrenda) April 17, 2020
I don't know about opening Texas up like that yet but just for one day sounds good ? I'm just trynna get my nails done it's alll 😭
— Jaqueline (@Bridgeesss) April 17, 2020
um idk how I feel about texas reopening.... it could go pretty well or all hell is gonna break loose pic.twitter.com/bIgqEOtvIh
— rina🌹🇲🇽 (@joonisland) April 17, 2020
So we really opening Texas back up for why lmao
— AB (@brhownsugaaa_) April 17, 2020
I respect what Texas is doing! ppl have been locked down for weeks with no progress towards a fix. just in the house everyday
— B-Moe (@bmoe_careful) April 17, 2020
so, the class of 2020 in texas will not be having our graduation because school has been postponed for the rest of the year. so long as i get my diploma i'll be okay. this'll be a story for folks for years to come. i want that diploma. I want that diploma. I WANT THAT DIPLOMA.
— A Dhia, is Tusa ár Rí! (Grace Kelly) (@EweAreHis) April 17, 2020
Texas slowly opening up, more and more at a time.
— Seth Brandt (@sethbrandt11) April 17, 2020
I love you Abbott
Texas will have retail on the go! Lmao 2 pillows and a lavender blanket to go.
— Sherrie (@SherrieCanTweet) April 17, 2020
it has been declared that all Texas schools are closed for the rest of the year and I dont know how to feel lol..
— victoria palacios (@vixterss) April 17, 2020
but to all the people I met throughout highschool , thank you for the memories thank you for the love.