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Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06) has been working to ensure Sixth District constituents have the latest information from across the Federal Government.

"Here in the Sixth District and across the globe, the COVID-19 crisis has created an atmosphere of fear and confusion. This pandemic certainly warrants caution," Cline said. "That is why my staff and I have been working around the clock to ensure resources and updates are shared with constituents as soon as pertinent information becomes available. I will continue to serve as a resource for Sixth District residents throughout the duration of this crisis and encourage everyone to visit my website or social media pages for timely materials. Together, we will get through this crisis."

In this effort, Congressman Cline has created a specific page on his website dedicated to providing updates on the coronavirus and what is being done to combat its spread. This page can be found at https://cline.house.gov/covid-19. Congressman Cline is also providing residents with numerous resources each day on Facebook and Twitter. These pages can be found at facebook.com/RepBenCline and twitter.com/RepBenCline.

Further, Congressman Cline recently held a Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall with Dr. Laura Kornegay, Health Director of Central Shenandoah Health District, and Delegate Chris Head, who sits on the Health, Welfare and Institutions Committee in the Virginia General Assembly. He has also directly reached out to constituents, sending 600,000+ emails to relay critical public health information from both the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Federal Government.

Below are just a handful of resources residents of Virginia's Sixth District may find beneficial:

Keeping You Informed:

• An Update From Congressman Cline 4.3.20
• An Update From Congressman Cline 3.29.30
• An Update From Congressman Cline 3.20.20
• Resources for Veterans 3.13.20
• An Update From Congressman Cline 3.6.20

Centers for Disease Control Resources:

• How to Protect Yourself
• Symptoms and Testing
• If You Are at Higher Risk
• If You Are Sick
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Follow @CDCgov on Twitter

Resources for Business:

• Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
• Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses
• Paycheck Protection Program Explained
• Find a Lender Near You

Other:

• Virginia Department of Health
• The USDA Has Not Approved Any Home Testing Kits for COVID-19
• IRS Unveils Their People First Initiative
• The Virginia Department of Emergency Management Has Begun Accepting Donations
• Governor Orders Closure of Non-Essential Businesses and Schools
• State Corporation Commission suspends service disconnections for 60 days
• Virginia Employment Commission waives the one-week waiting period for unemployment benefits
• Virginia DMV Closed - Driver and vehicle credentials have been extended 60 days
• How to aid the relief effort ​
• FDA Warns of Fraudulent Home Testing Kits
• CDC Urges Americans to Limit Nonessential Travel
• Trust Your Sources

Congressman Ben Cline represents the Sixth Congressional District of Virginia. He previously was an attorney in private practice and served both as an assistant prosecutor and Member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Cline and his wife, Elizabeth, live in Botetourt County with their two children.