There’s been a persistent rumor that essential workers need some sort of pass or paperwork and that they might even be asked to present it by police. This is simply untrue.
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There is no such pass or document and police are not stopping people to ask if they are essential workers. In Spokane, there was an incident of someone impersonating a police officer and asking for documentation. Call 911 if this happens to you.https://www.krem.com/mobile/article/news/crime/police-impersonators-spokane-essential-worker-status/293-505a9fa8-a781-41e8-966a-154e6194b6e7 …
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Non-essential workers are permitted to in public — folks can go to the stores that our essential workers are keeping open, after all! — so there would be no need for any kind of pass or documentation.
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If you’re not sure if you are an essential business or you think a business might be defying the
#stayhomestayhealthy guidance, check this list: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/whats-open-and-closed/essential-business … There’s a link at the bottom of that page with a form to report violations.Show this thread -
These times are frightening enough as is. We don’t need to spread rumors.
@GovInslee has set up a website specifically designed to spread the facts. If you read or hear something that doesn’t sound right, check it before you share it: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/whats-open-and-closed/essential-business …#factsnotfearShow this thread -
And once again: THANK YOU to our incredible essential workers. We couldn’t do it without you.
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If you have more questions about what it means to
#stayhomestayhealthy, this is a good resource. The main rules are to avoid crowds, remain 6 feet from folks you don’t live with, and wash your hands. https://coronavirus.wa.gov/spread-facts/what-does-it-mean-stay-home …Show this thread
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@kcexec Can I take my son (same household) with a learners permit out to practice driving if we just loop around and don’t stop anywhere or see anyone? He needs to practice and this is a great time with less traffic. But, it’s not technically “staying home.” -
That’s fine. Folks are being asked to stay at home to prevent contact with others. As long as you and your son stay in the car, go for it!
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