As of today, the county of 1.9 millions residents has reported 3,984 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 155 deaths.

No more cash. No more happy hours. Or large-group meals. No more break rooms, or conference rooms. No more handshakes. Or hugs.

The county still encourages social distancing and will require re-opened businesses to follow certain safety protocols.

The mandate allows construction, real estate deals and some outdoor businesses to resume as long as they comply with safety protocols. 

Forty-two more people have also tested positive for the highly contagious virus, placing the total number of confirmed cases at 1,484.

County Supervisor Mike Wasserman emphasized that the order is about “protecting the people who protect us.”

Public health officials reported 66 new cases this afternoon, bringing the total up to 956—a 255 percent increase over last week.

Residents are directed to stay home unless they need to venture out for essential errands, such as a trip to the grocery store or the pharmacy.

The order issued this morning will make private companies disclose overall COVID-19 test data—not just the positive results.

Santa Clara County supervisors want to bring electronic cigarettes and vapes under the purview of existing anti-smoking laws.