Press Releases
"The American economy cannot stay closed forever and plans are being made now for a phased approach for getting industry back up and running, businesses opened and people back to work. But an important part of getting us back to normal is widespread, fast, reliable antibody testing.
Guntersville —Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt, (AL-04) released the following statement in regard to an article he wrote in The Hill yesterday calling for the implementation of Buy America policies in the medical supply and pharmaceutical industry.
"The Paycheck Protection Program was written with urgency to address a great need. At a time when most of the population is under stay-at-home or shelter-in-place orders, this program has helped many businesses retain their employees while complying with state and local requirements. Yes, there definitely were some growing pains when the program first went active, but what we hear from the roughly 20,000 businesses who have benefited from this program in Alabama is that the program is working.
Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) on Wednesday is set to send a letter to President Donald Trump advocating for additional "Buy America" requirements as the nation deals with the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Coronavirus Update: Frequently Asked Questions
It seems that with each passing day there is more news and information to consume about the Coronavirus. Here in Alabama we are feeling the impacts of it greatly, with President Trump granting our state a Major Disaster Declaration and predictions surfacing that the curve will peak on April 10, seven days from now. To add to this, the CARES Act that Congress passed last week is in effect, but questions have come up about how this will actually work for individuals, families, and small businesses.
Representative Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced changes to the 2020 Congressional Art Competition. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, which has resulted in all schools being closed, this year's art competition has been modified for the safety of our students, teachers and special guests who normally attend.
Our country is going through the worst public health crisis since the flu pandemic of 1918. The Coronavirus impact is unprecedented, and as we navigate these unchartered waters it's critical that serious, thoughtful solutions are put forward. That is why I voted in favor of the Phase 3 stimulus package today, known as the CARES Act. Although this $2 trillion bill is not perfect, I believe it is necessary as it provides vital funding for Alabama and the entire nation.
The CDC has a website where you can get answers to frequently asked questions. Below is the link:
Below are more details about the Families First Coronavirus Bill the House and Senate have now both passed.