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The "surge" in coronavirus cases is making politicians in Hawaii start to panic. So much so, they may impose tougher restrictions on tourists.
According to the Honolulu Star-Advertiser:
State and county officials are considering bringing back COVID-19 testing for vaccinated domestic travelers, as well as implementing other requirements aimed at halting the spread of the coronavirus.
Lt. Gov. Josh Green said officials are closely watching the surge in COVID-19 cases, and if conditions worsen could take action.
Sunday was a record day for cases, which soared to a one-day high of 893. However, Green said any change would come with at least a two-week warning.
While increased testing is under consideration, Green said, “Travel pre-testing may be challenged legally because we are the only ones to have successfully done it, and vaccination status is the standard the CDC has been promoting.”
He said other interventions are more likely, such as having people show vaccination cards to get into gyms, restaurants and other public places, as well as implementing curfews to reduce activities that could further strain health care facilities.
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