Declaration of Public Health and Civil Preparedness Emergencies (Governor of the State of Connecticut) Country/Territory United States of America Territorial subdivision Connecticut Document type Regulation Date 2020 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject General Keyword Public health Hazards Risk assessment/management Geographical area Americas, Arctic, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic Abstract This document proclaims public health and civil preparedness emergencies in Connecticut due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). It authorizes and directs the Commissioner of Public Health to delegate the powers regarding isolation or quarantine to municipal and district directors of public health. Municipalities, local health officials, and local education officials are directed to follow previously issued guidance and apply relevant principles of risk management to decisions about whether to cancel, modify, or postpone large gatherings, public events, or travel. Full text English Website www.cga.ct.gov References - Legislation Implements Civil Preparedness, Emergency Management and Homeland Security (Connecticut General Statutes: Title 28 - Civil Preparedness and Emergency Services; Chapter 517) Legislation | United States of America | 2020 Keyword: Hazards, Governance, Early warning system, Risk assessment/management, Public health, Institution, Procedural matters Source: FAO, FAOLEX