Disney, SeaWorld Jump on Florida’s Steps to Open Theme Parks
- Governor says park owners should set a date, submit plans
- Florida mayor expects a phased reopening of resort areas
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis asked theme parks to submit plans to the state on how to safely reopen, boosting the shares of Walt Disney Co. and SeaWorld Entertainment Inc.
Speaking Friday in Jacksonville, DeSantis said park operators should identify a date for reopening and provide details on how they’ll protect guests and staff from Covid-19. Before submitting plans to the state, DeSantis said they must be endorsed by a local official such as a mayor.