I know the coronavirus is a major concern across Mississippi. As your member of Congress, I'm doing everything I can to make sure our health care providers have the resources they need to keep you and your families safe.
We must come together to get through this. My staff and I are here to answer any questions you might have. Please don't hesitate to contact us at any time. I urge you to stay in the know and stay safe. Closely follow the guidance set out by the CDC and ensure you are doing everything you can to keep your loved ones safe. Let's all pitch in to do our part to slow the spread.
Click here to learn more about the stimulus Congress passed to provide relief for Americans.
***In the interest of both public health and our staff's personal health, our offices located in Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Pascagoula, and Washington, will be operating without contact. Please call our office before you show up as we are unlikely to be able to accommodate any in-person meetings at this time. **updated on June 8, 2020.
General Resources
CDC.gov
Mississippi State Department of Health
Mississippi COVID-19 Hotline: 877-978-6453 (Open 24/7)
Coronavirus.gov
Frequently Asked Questions on Legislation Passed in Response to Coronavirus
Testing Sites in Mississippi
In order for an individual to be tested they must have BOTH a 100.4 degree fever or higher and coughing or chest pain. Please call the clinic before showing up unannounced.
Employment Resources
Mississippi Department of Employment Security
888-844-3577
The Mississippi Department of Employment Security announced that existing unemployment compensation requirements have been adjusted in response to COVID-19.
Help Filing for Unemployment
Tax Resources
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
The Treasury Department moved tax day from April 15 to July 15.
Mississippi Department of Revenue
The Mississippi Department of Revenue has extended the deadline for filing and paying the 2019 individual income tax and corporate income tax to May 15, 2020.
Small Business Resources
SBA Loan Application
All Mississippi businesses and non-profits that are severely impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic are eligible to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans. These businesses can apply for up to $2 million in working capital that can provide vital economic support to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mississippi Small Business Development Center
Paycheck Protection Program (currently on hold)
Veteran Resources
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) COVID-19 FAQs
VA Public Health Response
Department of Veterans Affairs
Agricultural Resources
United States Department of Agriculture
Educational Resources
Department of Education
Smithsonian Learning Lab
NASA STEM Education (K-4)
Travel Information
State Department Travel Advisories
Please contact one of our offices if you are in need of assistance or have a question or concern.
Hattiesburg: 601-582-3246
Gulfport: 228-864-7670
Pascagoula: 228-202-8104
Washington: 202-225-5772
