Coronavirus Updates
Message from Congressman Rogers
As we adjust to the rapid changes taking place across Kentucky and around the world in response to the new coronavirus, I want to assure you that I am keeping your safety and best interests at heart as I continue to advocate for you, your family, and our neighbors in Southern and Eastern Kentucky.
My Kentucky District Offices in Somerset, Hazard and Prestonsburg remain open to the public. However, with growing restrictions in place, individuals living in Kentucky's Fifth Congressional District can also contact my office toll-free at 1-800-632-8588.
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Visiting Washington, DC
The U.S. Capitol Sergeant-at-Arms temporarily suspended all non-official business visitors to the U.S. Capitol complex, effective March 12 through April 1, 2020.
Click here for an updated list of scheduled closures for popular tourist sites in the DC area.
Federal Response
On March 13, 2020, President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency concerning the novel coronavirus. Click here to read his proclamation.
For the latest information regarding COVID-19, please visit coronavirus.gov.
Click the links below to read about Congressman Rogers' support of emergency COVID-19 funding thus far:
- March 4, 2020
Congressman Rogers Votes for Emergency Funds to Address the Coronavirus - March 14, 2020
Congressman Rogers Votes for Families First Coronavirus Response Act - March 20, 2020
Update from Hal: Coronavirus Updates - March 27, 2020
Rogers Applauds Congressional Approval of the CARES Act - April 13, 2020
First Stimulus Deposits Are Being Made This Week - April 17, 2020
Small Businesses in Southeastern Kentucky Receive Funding from the CARES Act
- April 20, 2020
Congressman Rogers Announces $2 Million in Emergency Grants to Help with Substance Use Treatment in Kentucky During COVID-19 Pandemic - April 23. 2020
Congressman Rogers Applauds Extension of Coronavirus Relief Funds - April 24, 2020
More Federal Funding Released for Kentucky's COVID-19 Response Efforts - May 28, 2020
Congressman Rogers Votes to Strengthen Payroll Protection Resources