Dogs need grooming! As groomers we do more than just make the dog look pretty. We are the first to notice skin conditions fleas hotspots ticks matting fatty tumors warts and ear infections while we are grooming your dog. So saying that dog grooming is not an essential is absolutely ludicrous. Per the ASPCA and many veterinarians along with PetMD dog grooming is an essential. It is also a trade business that should be open as long as the grooming salons are practicing social distancing with protection of masks. We need to be open we need to be considered an essential not just to the people but to the pets who have no voice!

Most pets require monthly haircuts and or grooming. With that being said, our clientele may have underlying skin conditions that require the pet to have weekly and or biweekly shampoo and grooming treatments. Breeds that require monthly grooming and if not kept on a monthly schedule, this can lead to excessive hair matting, skin infections, and ear infections to name a few. Also along with the excessive growth in the pets toenails.

Many people suffer from foot pain and other podiatrist related issues and need shoe support as their shoes begin to wear out. As a type of transportation walking/running should be considered an essential business as bicycle shops and other forms of transportation are. Also, first responders and other essential employees have no place to purchase shoes that help deter other foot related issues by wearing poor supportive shoes.

COVID-19 is decimating the economy in many ways and forcing barbers and stylists to make tough decisions for survival of their families based on the recent stay at home orders and work displacement. To ease the economical pain and suffering in our industry, it is in our best discretion to open back up with limited restrictions. Furthermore, the Governor's stay at home order was implemented to flatten the curve of the spread of the virus to ensure hospitals were not overrun and overwhelmed and to help prevent rapid spread of the virus. According to the federal government, the number of infected is on the decline and nationwide there have been admittedly lower numbers than originally projected. This will also help barbers and stylists work in a controled environment while being able to provide for their families. Additionally, barbers are trained and certified for many medical safety and sterile procedure.

The way we have treated families and especially unaccompanied minors seeking refuge in the United States is unconscionable. I worry that these children will be forgotten as other priorities and the self-interest of Americans who are worried about themselves and their families takes precedence. These children are among the most vulnerable people in our society. They deserve the same opportunity to shelter in place with family members or families who will take them. Shut the detention centers down and release all children help within them. That's what I want to see.

The large majority of beauty industry professionals are self employed and do not yet qualify for unemployment benefits.

Almost All Texas artist have exhausted all options as to was way to stay afloat and want to tattoo safely , this is our livelihood and how we feed our families and deserve to be back open

Cosmetologists are self employed and will be taking a financial hit during this crisis. Allowing them to open up would ensure they are able to remain in business. There is less risk of the virus spreading in a salon with 5 people or less than in a grocery store. Most if not all salons already have sanitation practices in place that would ensure the virus doesn’t spread.

These are mostly small locally owned businesses who can’t sustain a prolonged shutdown.

Small businesses need to survive, this will help in a small way, The people of this great State need to be able start getting out and this is a great way to do it with, no to very minimal human to human exchange! Camping is a great family activity and will help with these kids that have been cooped up and it can be done in very safe manner!

Trump’s tweets are replete with blatant inaccuracies and lies that are threatening our national security and endangering the lives of Americans. Twitter must act and stop this or they will have blood on their hands!

There are many essential workers like the governor, police, doctors, EMT workers, correction officers, store workers, food workers, kids, teens and all Americans who need to reduce their high levels of stress during these unprecedented times. Martial arts schools are equipped with Heavy bags, in many cases spaced out, and can provide great instructed classes. Considering this will create a sense of normality and have these frontliners, along with the American people, feel great and ready to report to work feeling strong and healthy. As we know, a healthy immune system is ideal to fight the Covid-19; this will also help with all the stress eating that is going around, which is creating a bigger problem in the health of many families. The governor of CT has shut down gyms and fitness centers as well Martial Arts academies and has deemed them non-essential. We are essential, especially when the mission is to keep kids, teens, and adults active and healthy, which is ideal given the current situation. Support the movement of healthy living and support the martial arts community.