Politics & Government

PA Capitol Complex To Close To Public 'Until Further Notice'

The Pennsylvania Capitol Complex will close to the public due to the surge in COVID-19 cases.

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Capitol Complex will close to the public due to the surge in COVID-19 cases. The closure starts Monday, Dec. 7 and will go "until further notice," according to an announcement from the state government.

"All operations of the Governor's Office and General Assembly will continue, but access to the Capitol Complex will be limited to employees and people with badge keycard credentials," the announcement said.

The cancelation of visits and events applies to all interior venues in the Capitol Complex and will affect rallies, school or group tours, choir performances, receptions, and other public gatherings. The Capitol Complex includes, but is not limited to, the Main Capitol Rotunda, East Wing Rotunda, Keystone Building Atrium, Forum Auditorium and The State Museum of Pennsylvania.

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