Governor Greg Abbott announced that bars in Texas can reopen on October 14 to 50 percent occupancy. Also saying that beginning October 12 business capacity will increase to 75% for amusement parks, movie theaters, zoos, aquariums, and bowling alleys in counties with low COVID19 hospitalizations. Abbot stated on Facebook that “Texans have shown that we can contain the spread of COVID19 by following health protocols and guidelines,” and that “Our state is prepared for these additional openings, but we all must remain vigilant and show personal responsibility to protect ourselves and our loved ones.”