Gov. Ned Lamont is expected to unveil protocols today that businesses should follow when they reopen for the first time since the pandemic in just under two weeks, he says.

The advisory group has been working on putting together the number of protocols for businesses, so customers and staff are safe upon return.

Gov. Lamont says he'll be rolling out the protocols today.

In order for the businesses to reopen May 20, Lamont says there is specific criteria that needs to met.

The criteria includes a 14 day decline in hospitalizations, an increase in testing, sufficient contact tracing capacity, protecting vulnerable populations, adequate hospital capacity, and workplace safeguards.

Gov. Lamont is aiming for 42,000 tests a week this month, and testing would include both symptomatic and asymptomatic people.

Gov. Lamont is hoping that each criteria will be met as quickly as possible by May 20 when some Connecticut businesses are slated to reopen.

Gov. Lamont says those seeking COVID-19 tests no longer require a doctor’s note.

- 31,784 people tested positive (+789)

- 2,797 people have died (+79)

- 1,385 patients are currently hospitalized (-60)

- 116,174 tests have been reported to the state (+4,727)

- Day 16 of declining hospitalizations 

 -Criteria for reopening: 14-day decline in hospitalizations; increased testing available; sufficient contact tracing capacity; protect vulnerable population; adequate healthcare capacity; adequate supply of PPE; appropriate workplace safeguards

-The state is still encouraging all employees who can work from home to continue to work from home to reduce risk.