Cape, Islands, and Berkshires Could Go Without J-1 Visa Foreign-Worker Program This Summer

Cape, Islands, and Berkshires Could Go Without J-1 Visa Foreign-Worker Program This Summer

This summer, businesses on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and in western Massachusetts could be without some of their foreign help.

Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of State announced that it would be suspending cultural exchange visa programs, including the J-1 visa, for 60 days. Initially, the ban is set to last until May 12. Then, the department plans to review the program every 30 days thereafter to see if it is safe to continue it amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Texas Governor’s Order Limiting Public Gatherings Doesn’t Apply To Churches – Unlike in Massachusetts
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Texas Governor’s Order Limiting Public Gatherings Doesn’t Apply To Churches – Unlike in Massachusetts

Matthew McDonald

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's executive order limiting public gatherings in the state does not apply to churches.

The city of Midland, Texas posted a question-and-answer document about the governor's orders on its coronavirus landing page that has been picked up by several media outlets in the state.

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