Jackson, Miss., Mayoral Proclamation of Exec. Order (1) Requiring Individuals to Stay at Home and Practice Social Distancing Requirements, (2) Barring Non-Essential Business and (3) Limiting Certain Other Activities in the City of Jackson, §§ 12(b), (d) (Mar. 31, 2020)

This stay-at-home order requiring the closure of nonessential businesses, among other provisions, exempts farmers' markets, farm and produce stands, and other establishments engaged in the retail sale of groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh meats, fish, and poultry (section 12(b)). The order also provides an exemption for human service operations (section 8) and social service organizations, including food banks and groups that serve food to economically disadvantaged or otherwise needy individuals (section 12(d)).