The AAEP and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center are committed to protecting the health and safety of our convention attendees. 
As in 2021, the AAEP will follow the most current guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at the time of the event.
The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center has earned accreditation as a Global BioRisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR™ Facility for their stringent cleaning, disinfecting and infectious disease prevention processes. In addition to applicable mask guidelines at the time of the event, the following steps will be taken to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission:
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Increased frequency of disinfection of all building surfaces.
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Hand sanitization stations throughout all areas.
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Touch-free elevator buttons and restroom soap dispensers, lights, toilets, water and paper dispensers.
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HVAC system which maximizes air filtration.