Dear Jack,

I hope you all are staying safe at home with your family during this challenging time. Our lives are changing minute by minute, and I want to make sure you're updated on what Virginia is doing to keep you safe.

Stay At Home

Today, Governor Northam issued Executive Order 55, which puts into place a mandatory stay-at-home order statewide. Virginians will still be able to buy food and medicine, receive healthcare and other essential services, go to work (if essential), and exercise outside (while maintaining a six foot distance from other people). However, all gatherings of more than 10 people are prohibited, and violators can be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor. This order is in effect at least through June 10th. For more information, you can read the Governor's press release on Executive Order 55: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/all-releases/2020/march/headline-855702-en.html

Get Help

Isolation due to coronavirus can be a tough thing to get through to begin with -- it's even more difficult if you're facing domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts, or any other kind of crisis.

If you're experiencing domestic abuse, you can visit thehotline.org or call 1-800-799-7233 to get access to resources. You can also text LOVEIS to 22522 if you are unable to talk safely.

If you're experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can call 1-800-273-8255 to talk to someone. It's okay to reach out and ask for help.

Now that we're all (hopefully) at home, what better time to complete the 2020 Census! The Census is totally confidential, it takes less than five minutes, and it determines state and Congressional districts, as well as federal funding for our community. Stand up and be counted at 2020census.gov.

Coronavirus Numbers (3/30):

Nationwide -- Confirmed Cases: 140,904

Nationwide -- COVID-19 Deaths: 2,405

VA -- Tests performed: 12,038

VA -- Confirmed Cases: 1,020

VA -- Hospitalized: 136

VA -- COVID-19 Deaths: 25

Loudoun -- Confirmed Cases: 61

Loudoun -- COVID-19 Deaths: 2

Prince William -- Confirmed Cases: 87

Prince William -- COVID-19 Deaths: 1

Virginia Coronavirus Updates

The Commonwealth of Virginia has launched a website for COVID-19 information and updates: 

http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/

Here, you can follow the latest updates on what Virginia is doing to combat the spread of COVID-19 and help those affected by the crisis.

Upcoming Events

Facebook Live Town Hall with Del. Suhas Subramanyam and Loudoun County Health Department Director Dr. David Goodfriend

Thursday, April 2nd, 6:30-7:30pm

This is a virtual event, and will take place on Facebook Live. You can see more event details here.

As always, please reach out to my office if you need any assistance. My Senate email address is [email protected] and my in-district phone number is (571) 367-9080. I hope you and your family are able to stay safe and healthy during these challenging times.

Sincerely,