VT Requesting Slow of Interstate Travel to Slow COVID-19 Spread

Vermont Governor Phil Scott is now discouraging people from traveling to the state from COVID-19 epicenters, including VT snowbirds, reports WCAX.

While he is not closing borders, he is asking people to follow their best discretion. Scott asks that any VT residents attempting to return from their winter homes self-quarantine for 14 days.

Additionally, the state will be sending state police to lodging facilities that have stayed open despite Scott ordering the closure of all non-essential businesses. According to VT Attorney General TJ Donovan, not following an executive order can result in as much as a $10,000 fine and six months in jail. Lodging that aids healthcare workers fighting the coronavirus or emergency housing approved by the state is allowed.

COVID-19 response or essential workers can still travel across state lines.