Gary R. Herbert

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

While it may be true that in casual social gatherings we are usually among trusted loved ones or friends, the virus knows no boundaries, and because we let down our guard in these settings, it is a popular point of viral spread. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

The new system also puts emphasis on controlling spread at casual social gatherings — this is when you're getting together when you're family and friends. These are a significant source of COVID-19 transmission in Utah. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Mask requirements already in place will remain in place. These include county mask requirements, and mask requirements in K-12 schools and in state-owned buildings. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

In counties designated as Moderate or Low Transmission Areas, masks are strongly encouraged, and county executives are empowered to require masks on their own with consultation from their local health officer. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Additionally, in counties designated as High Transmission Areas, masks are required in public indoor settings, and outdoors when physical distancing is not possible. For example, at the store, or the library. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

First, the new system includes mask requirements, which are based on the level of transmission in your area. For now, masks are required across all transmission levels when attending events of public gatherings (like a theater, a sporting event, a live concert, or a wedding). — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

The new COVID-19 Transmission Index zeroes in on adapting behaviors that will get us the most bang for our buck in curbing coronavirus infections. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

The new system is based on the Transmission Index, which calculates the level of COVID-19 transmission in each county by analyzing three data points - percent positivity of tests, cases per 100,000, and hospital capacity. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Beginning today, counties will be placed in one of three transmission levels: High, Moderate, or Low. These levels correspond directly to cases rates, positivity rates, and ICU utilization. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Every week, the Utah Department of Health will analyze three key data points for each county. Based on that data, each county will be automatically categorized as a High, Moderate, or Low Transmission Area. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

This system will provide trusted guidance based on the calculated amount of infection and transmission that happens in our respective communities, and provides Utahns with concrete actions to help stem that spread. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Today I am announcing that we are retiring the colored guidance system, which has served us well up to this point, and replacing it with a new system that will incorporate more refined epidemiological input. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

You and your families deserve good health, more normalcy, and certainty. As a state government, we owe it to you to make critical decisions about the COVID-19 pandemic based on critical health data — not based on fear, and certainly not based on politics. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

We are utilizing 15.8% of our ICU beds to treat COVID-19 patients, more than double what we were before, and our total ICU utilization is at 69.6%. This leaves our hospitals precariously close to being unable to treat COVID and non-COVID patients in need of critical care. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Worst of all, our hospitals are getting overwhelmed, and our healthcare workers are getting stretched too thin to provide the best possible care. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Over the past four weeks, we have seen our infection rates and case counts skyrocket to the highest they have ever been. Our case counts have hovered around 1,000 per day. Our percent positivity is now over 13%. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Utah is now facing its most dire episode yet in this epidemic. Our infections are at an all-time high. Although Utah has one of the lowest mortality rates in the country, the dramatic increase in infection puts the integrity of our health care system at risk. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

These changes come out of days of round-the-clock discussions with public health experts and legislative leaders. #utcovid19 #utpol — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Following weeks of surging cases, I will join representatives from the @UtahDepOfHealth in announcing major changes to Utah’s COVID-19 guidance system. This will include new restrictions. Stream here live at 1:30: https://t.co/JGxSBaymOg — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

(Picture from 2018 Governor's Native American Summit) — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

On this Columbus Day, I want to recognize the eight distinct Native American tribal nations and numerous indigenous people we have in Utah. The Native American people’s culture and experiences deeply enrich our state and we greatly value the partnership we have with them. https://t.co/YDrkB7GonX — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Long before he joined Utah’s centenarian club, Gail Halvorsen was making a name for himself as the “Berlin Candy Bomber.” I have declared today “Gail S. Halvorsen Recognition Day” in his honor — join me in wishing him a happy birthday and thanking him for his service. https://t.co/wr6EfBz82y — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

I know this pandemic has disrupted the lives of young people in more ways than one. But if you exercise appropriate caution, you can still safely engage socially. With Halloween fast approaching, I urge everyone to follow these common-sense measures. #utcovid19 — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Pleased to announce the appointments of Mayor Jeff Acerson to the @RideUTA Board and Juliette Tennert to the @UTDABC Board. Jeff’s business acumen and Juliette’s role as a parent and public finance expert will each serve them well in their new positions. #utpol — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Was excited to see Utah ranked second in economic momentum for the third quarter of 2020. Our economy was consistently recognized as the gold-standard prior to the pandemic and we are navigating the fallout better than most. #utecon https://t.co/ARVzdwdfrD https://t.co/zQE4CW5fOT — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Grateful to hear @GovWhitmer and her family are safe after being the subject of a malicious plot. Having been the @NatlGovsAssoc chair, I know our nation’s governors are doing their best to keep their constituents safe and healthy, even as we each take different approaches. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Grateful to hear @GovWhitmer and her family are safe after being the subject of a malicious plot. Having served time as the @NGA chair, I know our nation’s governors are all doing their best to keep their constituents safe and healthy, even as we each take different approaches. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Today I call on everyone to find things we can do better. We have to decide we won’t fight public health guidelines. Together, as a community, we have to commit to being all in. — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

The pandemic is unique. None of us have experienced anything like it in our lifetime. But there have been many times in this state where we have faced other devastating natural disasters. I’ve seen the people of Utah rally together to turn things around. #utcovid19 — PolitiTweet.org

Gary R. Herbert @GovHerbert

Voting by mail is not new for Utahns. This system is safe and your votes will be counted. I encourage all eligible voters to make their voices heard. If you are not registered to vote, visit https://t.co/dkfMZ1tpdS before October 23 to do so. — PolitiTweet.org