Coronavirus

Inslee updates COVID-19 guidance for religious and faith-based services

Gov. Jay Inslee announced updated health guidance for religious and faith-based services today as more counties move forward under Washington’s Safe Start recovery plan.

Phase 3 would permit indoor capacity of 50% or 400 people, whichever is less. Health requirements for social distancing and facial coverings will remain the same as the guidance for previous phases.

For services taking place in modified Phase 1 and Phase 2 counties, indoor services at 25% capacity or 200 people, whichever is less.

In health guidance for services taking place in Phase 1 counties, only outdoor services are permitted, with no more than 100 attendees.