Minnesota, Virginia Join List Of States Easing COVID Restrictions

Governors Tim Walz of Minnesota and Ralph Northam of Virginia announced plans to lift COVID-19 restrictions. Virginia aims to remove all restrictions by June 15th, except for a mask mandate. Minnesota plans to end capacity limits by July 1st, contingent on 70% of residents over 16 being vaccinated. Both states' plans depend on decreasing virus cases and increased vaccination rates.

What did Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announce regarding COVID-19 restrictions?

What is the date by which Virginia plans to lift all restrictions, except for the mask mandate?

What condition must be met for Minnesota to potentially end all capacity limits by July 1st?

What percentage of Minnesotans older than 16 needs to be vaccinated to consider lifting restrictions sooner?

What factors did both governors mention that would influence the lifting of restrictions?