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WASHINGTON – Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) announced that this week he will introduce the Nursing Home Pandemic Safety Act of 2020, legislation which will require nursing homes to test residents and employees with the help of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The bill would require HHS to enter into contracts with test producers to procure tests specifically designated for nursing homes and skilled nursing homes. It would also explicitly require facilities to make tests available to residents and staff.

Modesto, CA – Tomorrow, May 21, 2020 from 6 PM – 7 PM Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) will hold a telephone town hall with Stanislaus County Public Health Officer Julie Vaishampayan to help constituents understand changing social distancing regulations and recommendations as the state begins to reopen. Rep. Harder will also be taking questions on the recent Heroes Act, stimulus payments, and other concerns from Valley residents.

Modesto, CA – On Friday, the White House announced it would add an agriculture representative to the White House Coronavirus Task Force after Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) sent a letter asking for the appointment.

WASHINGTON – Four bills introduced by Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) were included in the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act and passed the House today. The bills will increase the number of doctors in California, ensure greater transparency in health insurance for unemployed people, provide more fresh fruit and vegetables for low-income kids, and protect the families of fallen servicemembers.

Modesto, CA – Today, Representative Josh Harder announced that seven students he nominated to attend our nation's military academies have received appointments. Local students from Modesto, Tracy, and Turlock received appointments to the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, and the United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs. Earning an appointment requires students to apply for a nomination from their representative in Congress and are contingent on final decisions from the various academies.

Modesto, CA – Representatives Josh Harder (CA-10), Mike Levin (CA-49) and Scott Peters (CA-52) led a letter with 34 other colleagues asking House Appropriations leaders for $50 million in funding for programs like Family Justice Centers – which were not included in previous COVID-19 packages – that support survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse.

Modesto, CA – Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) led a letter today with fellow Central Valley Representatives Jim Costa (CA-16) and TJ Cox (CA-21) asking Governor Gavin Newsom to prioritize support for rural school districts during the Coronavirus Pandemic. More than one in four Americans in rural areas lack access to reliable internet access, making it more difficult for students in these areas to access digital learning options.

The members of Congress are asking Governor Newsom to:

WASHINGTON – In response to concerns from local Community Health Centers (CHCs) regarding medical personnel layoffs and provider shortages, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) has introduced the Health Care Workforce Protection Act. The bill would provide doctors in the United States on H-1B Visas to remain here – even if they are laid off – until 60 days after the end of the Coronavirus Pandemic.