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News University: Disneyland To Remain Closed Despite Recommendations From County Health Officials

State Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva (D-Calif.) wrote to Newsom arguing that the continued closure of amusement parks contradicts the guidelines for the reopening of other businesses. 

“Many indoor facilities are already operating safely at reduced capacities, with face covering and physical distancing requirements, and with heightened hygiene practices. Logic would suggest that since theme parks are controlled venues operating predominantly outdoors, that they too could reopen with similar health and safety protocols,” Quirk-Silva said in her letter.

Many of Disney’s representatives have urged Newsom to allow Disneyland the same opportunity, arguing that they have not received the same amount of guidance or leeway as other businesses. As of Oct. 19, state amusement parks have not been given an estimated timeline for reopening.