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March 26, 2020
“We’ve got to be prepared to deploy a COVID-19 vaccine as widely as possible once it’s developed,” said Rep. Courtney, “it's the only way we can ensure a clear victory for Americans in this fight."

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March 25, 2020
“The Emergency Coronavirus package unveiled last night is a much improved plan that now directs critical resources to America’s health care workers and hospitals, state governments, unemployed workers and small employers..."

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March 24, 2020
“As Congress considers further legislation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we urge you to include support for our nation’s first responders, especially fire and emergency medical services (EMS), who are serving on the frontlines of this outbreak."

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March 20, 2020
“After speaking with thousands of eastern Connecticut residents via two remote distance town halls this week, there is no doubt that Senator McConnell’s proposed COVID-19 aid package totally misses the mark..."
Issues: Health Care

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March 19, 2020
"The only way we can ensure a clear victory in the fight to curb the spread of COVID-19 is by making sure that all Americans are able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine once it's developed," said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Health Care

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March 18, 2020
“Since Friday, there have been thousands of new applications for unemployment assistance in Connecticut each day,” said Congressman Courtney.

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March 17, 2020
“The Department of Education’s announcement last night that student loan borrowers are going to be forced to continue to pay existing monthly payments is hardly much help for people facing layoffs, reductions in hours, and loss of income amid the outbreak of COVID-19,” said Courtney.

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March 14, 2020
“The ripple effects made by COVID-19 may be felt for months, and we need to help eastern Connecticut families, schools, businesses, and others to brace for any economic and social impacts made as we take precautions to help folks stay healthy and safe,” said Rep. Courtney.
Issues: Health Care

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March 13, 2020
“The Connecticut Department of Social Services’ announcement today is a crucial development in our ability to serve patients with behavioral health and medical needs during this time of social distancing,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Health Care

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March 11, 2020
“The ripple effects of COVID-19 will be felt across many sectors of American life, but there’s action we can take now to help improve our safety, prevent the spread of the virus, and to make sure that people are given the help they need while we work through this together,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Health Care