Coronavirus Information & Resources

New York State Updates:

UPDATE on New York State Weddings:

Governor Cuomo announced New York State will allow wedding receptions with up to 150 people, as long as all attendees get tested for COVID-19 beforehand. The guest count will be limited to 150 people or 50% of the reception venue’s capacity, whichever is smaller. The new rules for receptions go into effect March 15. Check back here for updates on this as they come in. 

New York is thrilled to launch COVID Alert NY – the official Exposure Notification App created by the New York State Department of Health in partnership with Google and Apple. Now you can use your phone in the fight against COVID-19 and get exposure alerts, without compromising your privacy or personal information. Visit your app store to download the COVID Alert NY app today!

New York State has implemented guidelines and restrictions due to the novel Coronavirus. For the most up-to-date information please visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home and updates to the New York State Travel Advisory can be found here https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory.

Click here for a list of designated states, travel guidance, and information for essential workers. 

Governor Cuomo Announces Travel Enforcement Operation at Airports Across the State to Help Ensure Travelers are Following Quarantine Restrictions

Health and Safety Updates:

We recommend visitors consult the CDC, the World Health Organization (WHO) and local public health authorities for official information. Links to those resources can be found here:

• Center for Disease Control (CDC)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• Albany County Public Health

Albany Updates:

For information regarding the local businesses in Albany County and their current status please visit the following pages:

• Restaurants

  • Help restaurants get relief by visiting: https://www.saverestaurants.com/take-action/. This will automatically send an email to your congressional reps and tell them independent restaurants need relief.

• Organizations & Attractions

• Hotels

  • Take less than 30 seconds to visit Hotels Act to send a letter on AHLA priorities to your elected official.

  • Send the Hotels Act link to at least ONE industry peer. Challenge them to get involved and contact their elected officials.

• Information on support for Albany's Small Businesses can be found here www.supportsmalbany.com

• Information for Museums and Heritage sites can be found on the Museum Association of New York's website

• Reopening guidance and resources from the Capital Region Chamber

• Albany County Covid-19 Small Business Grant Program

Travel & Tourism Updates:

For information regarding the travel and tourism industry and its current status please visit the following pages:

• CARES Act Information
• US Travel Coronavirus Toolkit