| President Trump Extends Social Distancing Guidelines |
President Trump has extended his social distancing guidelines until April 30.
It's extremely important that every American follows these guidelines as well as those issued by state and local officials and the CDC. The next weeks will be tough, but America can and will defeat this disease. To view the President's guidelines, please click below.
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| Putting Americans First |
The CARES Act puts Americans and their wellbeing first. President Trump, the Administration, and Congress are working to ensure every hospital, business, and U.S. citizen has the resources they need during this time of national crisis.
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| New Cross-Border Drug Tunnel Discovered |
Last week, federal agents assigned to San Diego's Tunnel Taskforce and U.S. Customs and Border Patrol discovered a 2,000-plus foot cross-border drug tunnel extending from a warehouse in Tijuana to another in the Otay Mesa area of San Diego. This tunnel – which had an average depth of 31 feet – contained 4,400 pounds of illicit drugs that have a street value of more than $29 million.
Aren’t you grateful for the brave men and women protecting America’s borders?!
Click link to learn more: https://bit.ly/3aBXuZY.
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| Paycheck Protection Program Applications Now Available |
Small businesses, non-profits, sole proprietors and others are now able to begin their applications for the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans!
For small business guidance on coronavirus and loan resources, please visit: sba.gov/coronavirus.
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| Economic Impact Payment Distributions |
ATTENTION: On Tuesday, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the next three weeks and will be distributed automatically, with no action required for most people.
Click link to read the IRS's press release: https://bit.ly/3bzCJ10.
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| Important Update for Social Security Recipients |
ICYMI: On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an economic impact payment. Instead, payments will be automatically deposited into their bank accounts.
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| FDA Approves New COVID-19 Test |
Thanks to the fast approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a new COVID-19 test will be able to deliver positive or negative results in as little as five minutes. Abbott Laboratories will be producing 50,0000 of these smaller, more portable tests a day and distributing them across the nation.
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| Harris County to Release Inmates |
Releasing criminals from prison is NOT how we keep American citizens safe. This decision places too many at risk and should be reconsidered immediately.
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| Companies Continue to Step Up |
Companies across the nation continue to do their part to help America through this pandemic. Our history proves that we are a resilient people – and together, we will defeat this threat.
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| 30 Days to Slow the Spread |
During these unprecedented times, remember to do your part. Practice social distancing, know the symptoms of COVID-19, and follow the proper health precautions. Let's slow the spread and continue to flatten the curve!
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| Fighting for Rural Hospitals |
It’s vital that our rural hospitals receive the resources necessary to succeed in the fight against COVID-19. Rural providers and facilities are indispensable to the health of millions of Americans, and we CANNOT allow them to close.
I joined my colleagues in Congress to request that Health and Human Services Secretary, Alex Azar, immediately use funds provided by the CARES Act to make sure the doors of these critical facilities remain open.
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| Pandemics Don't Halt Human Smuggling |
Pandemics don’t stop criminals from attempting to smuggle illegal aliens into the U.S.
Customs and Border Patrol officials continue to keep a watchful eye on America’s borders and ensure these dangerous people don’t succeed in smuggling illegal aliens or deadly drugs into our country.
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| Important Small Business Information |
My Republican colleagues on the House Small Business Committee put together an incredibly helpful resource guide for small businesses. You can find information on the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), view the small business provisions included in the CARES Act, and more!
⬇️⬇️Click link below ⬇️⬇️
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| Submit Your 2020 Census |
Wednesday marked Census Day! Since 1790, the U.S. has counted its population every 10 years. If you haven't submitted your census for 2020 yet, I encourage you to do so. The data collected will help shape the future of your families and communities. Make sure you're counted!
To learn more or complete your census online, click here ➡️ https://2020census.gov/en.html or call 844-330-2020 from 7am to 1am ET.
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| Honoring America's Gold Star Spouses |
Today, we honor our Gold Star Spouses and remember those who have paid the ultimate price defending our freedom. America’s Gold Star Families hold a special place in my heart, and I will always work to ensure the legacies, memories, and sacrifices of those we've lost in combat will NEVER be forgotten.
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| Experience the U.S. Capitol from Home |
One of the greatest privileges of representing you all in the U.S. Congress is being able to show TX-36 constituents the beautiful and historic Capitol building whenever they visit Washington, DC. Although tours of the U.S. Capitol have been temporarily suspended while our country works to halt the spread of COVID-19, I wanted to share a great way to experience our nation’s capital from the comfort and safety of your home.
This webpage might also be a helpful resource for all of you parents who now find yourselves putting together a homeschool curriculum for the first time!
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| Celebrating Doctors Day |
Monday, on National Doctors Day, we said a special thank you to America’s doctors but also to everyone else in masks and scrubs tending to our sick on the front lines. You are all heroes, and we greatly appreciate the selfless work you do and care you provide.
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| Current COVID-19 Numbers in the U.S. |
As of April 4, 2020, the current number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths in the U.S. are as follows:
Total Cases: 277,205
Total Deaths: 6,593
These numbers have most likely changed as more tests are becoming available each day. You can keep track on the CDC's webpage below.
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| Stay Tuned to the CDC's Website |
Remember you can always find current information and guidance on COVID-19 by visiting the CDC's regularly updated website.
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| Stay Updated on COVID-19 Cases in Texas |
To view the latest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Texas or get answers to Texas-specific questions or concerns, please visit the Texas Department of State Health Services' website below.
You can also contact them by calling (877) 570-9779 or by emailing coronavirus@dshs.texas.gov.
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