In an effort to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Governor Mike Parson’s Department of Health and Senior Services has issued a statewide “stay-at-home” order. This has direct impact on all businesses, especially those that do not “employ individuals to perform essential work functions.”
Consistent with NSSF’s request, the order contains an explicit reference to all services detailed in the Department of Homeland Security’s CISA guidance on essential workers. This now includes, “workers supporting the operation of firearm or ammunition product manufacturers, retailers, importers, distributors, and shooting ranges.” This critically important language was incorporated in the recently updated CISA guidance at the request of NSSF.
The order also states, “…this Order shall not be construed to prohibit or restrict the lawful possession, transfer, sale, transportation, storage, display, or use of firearms or ammunition during the declared state of emergency, subject to the provisions set forth herein.”
It is very important that all member businesses review the provisions of the order and comply with the detailed restrictions on “social gatherings,” and instructions on social distancing.
NSSF® urges all members to closely follow CDC guidelines, practice social distancing and take precautions to protect the health and safety of their employees and customers.
