HB 1980 Passses Senate Subcommittee on Higher Education
COVID-19 Update 10/13
Afternoon everyone, I wanted to share an update summarizing the Governor's press conference today. As you may know, he tested positive for COVID-19 last month, and I had been at an event with him two days beforehand. So I was tested and quarantined, and thankfully came up negative.
We all wore masks at the event, and socially distanced, which I credit with protecting myself and others there from the spread of the virus.
Lastly, make sure to register to vote! Today *might* be the last day, pending a court order, but please take the time to do so as soon as you can:
https://www.elections.virginia.gov/registration/how-to-register/
COVID-19 Update 9/15: Summarizing updates about COVID-19, election security, and small business relief, from the Governor.
Please make sure you download the COVIDwise app on your phone to ensure that if you come into contact with a person who has COVID-19, you will be notified ASAP.
COVID-19 Update 7/28
COVID-19 Update 7/28: Restrictions are being added in the Hampton Roads/Virginia Beach area amid new spikes in that region.
I advocated for a regional approach in a recent op-ed, and so I'm glad that approach is being taken for now. I will keep you updated on any changes around our area.
On a positive note for small businesses, Rebuild Virginia will be launching August 10. This $70 Million program will provide up to 3 months of expenses for qualified businesses. Read more here: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/rebuildva/
COVID-19 Update 6/25
Percent positivity continues to trend downward statewide but Loudoun has increased to 8.5% and hospitalizations are up here at home.
The Governor also announced that he is ending his Tues/Thurs briefings, so we will continue to keep you updated, but our schedule will be in flux as well.
It remains important to follow social distancing guidelines to avoid a relapse here in Virginia.
COVID-19 Update 6/23
COVID-19 Update 6/23:
Major Update: VA will move to Phase III on Weds, July 1. See details in comments.
Additional updates on schools, contact tracing, metrics & more.
Stay safe and thank you for keeping each other in mind during this long, difficult process.
COVID-19 Update 6/11
Two Major Updates:
1. Phase II begins tomorrow in Loudoun. What does that mean?
- Vulnerable populations should remain at home
- No social gatherings of 50 or more, but 6 feet apart
- Indoor Dining: 50% capacity
- Gyms: 30% capacity
- Indoor retail: 50% capacity
- Religious services: 50% capacity
- Museums, zoos, entertainment venues: 50% capacity
- Hot tubs, spas, saunas remain closed.
- Indoor & outdoor swimming pools may open for lap swimming, diving, exercise, & instruction only.
- Indoor and outdoor recreational sports may occur if ten feet of physical distance can be maintained by all instructors, participants, and spectators. Spectators + participants must fall below 50% of occupancy.
Read more here:https://www.governor.virginia.gov/media/governorvirginiagov/governor-of-virginia/pdf/Virginia-Forward-Phase-Two-Guidelines.pdf
2. Colleges will reopen next year, but with many, many changes. Read more here:https://www.governor.virginia.gov/media/governorvirginiagov/governor-of-virginia/pdf/Higher-Education-Reopening-Guidance.pdf
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
I'll be sharing more links for reading over the weekend to be sure everyone know what to do in Phase II.
COVID-19 Update 6/9
Big news today: all PreK-12 schools will be reopening in the Fall! Details in the video, with many more to come.
Youth sports will also be happening this Summer, with special precautions, and certain prohibitions on shared equipment. Exact guidelines to follow.
Lastly, we will be entering Phase II in Northern Virginia on Friday. Previous FB posts cover these details, but I will share it again on Thursday so everyone can be ready.
Thanks for your patience and your efforts in these difficult times.
COVID-19 Update 6/4
COVID-19 Update 6/4: Testing continues to stay above 10K per day as we move towards Phase II, which starts throughout Virginia tomorrow.
While I have mostly been making videos to provide updates about COVID-19, I wanted to share some thoughts on the Governor's announcement of the removal of the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond. I am almost certainly not the best messenger, but I think everyone has the obligation to use whatever platforms they have to speak for what is right, and what is just, and to be as empathetic as we can to one another.
As always, if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.
COVID-19 Update 6/3:
Phase II will begin across Virginia on Friday, 6/5. However, Northern Virginia (Loudoun, Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William) and Richmond will NOT enter Phase II for at least another week.
What is Phase II?
- Vulnerable populations should remain at home
- No social gatherings of 50 or more, but 6 feet apart
- Indoor Dining: 50% capacity
- Gyms: 30% capacity
- Indoor retail: 50% capacity
- Religious services: 50% capacity
- Museums, zoos, entertainment venues: 50% capacity
- Hot tubs, spas, saunas remain closed.
- Indoor & outdoor swimming pools may open for lap swimming, diving, exercise, & instruction only.
- Indoor and outdoor recreational sports may occur if ten feet of physical distance can be maintained by all instructors, participants, and spectators. Spectators + participants must fall below 50% of occupancy.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
COVID-19 Update 5/28
A few updates today:
- Phase I begins in Northern VA, Richmond, and Accomack Co. tomorrow.
- Phase 2 for the rest of Virginia is at least one week away, at a minimum.
- Percent positivity continues to trend down.
- Mask mandate goes into effect statewide tomorrow inside buildings. For execeptions, see my previous post.
- CVS locations will begin offering testing soon, more on that later.
Thanks everyone for keeping informed and taking care of one another.
COVID-19 Update 5/20: 10,000 test threshold crossed for the first time, positivity continues to trend down, and more.
It's a short update today, as Northern Virginia remains on pace for beginning Phase I reopening on May 29th. Please continue to be vigilant and venture out for essential business only.
COVID-19 Update 5/18
COVID-19 Update 5/18: Long video today with lots of info!
- Loudoun testing location on 5/20 with 1,000 tests for all ages, regardless of symptoms. Details here: https://www.loudoun.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5790
- $36 million coming for Loudoun to support COVID-19 prevention
- How beaches will reopen and when
- Updates on education going forward
- Summary of the Governor's press conference
Thanks for listening and for your sacrifices during this crisis. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay out of trouble.
COVID-19 Update 5/15
COVID-19 Update 5/15: Summarizing the Gov's press conference, revenue will be down ~$1 Billion, why we are reopening parts of the state today and what parts are not reopening, testing updates and more.
It remains important to follow social distancing guidelines no matter where you are in Virginia, as the "Safer at home" order goes into effect today.
Stay safe, stay healthy.
COVID-19 Update 5/13: Summarizing the Governor's press conference, reopening in Nova delayed to 5/29 at the earliest due to slower decline in cases, and more.
Thank for for coping with the ups and downs we are sharing together. It is a hard and stressful time for everyone, and nobody appreciates your sacrifices more than I do.
COVID-19 Update 5/11
COVID-19 Update 5/11: Summarizing the Governor's press conf., testing has almost reached 10K per day, NOVA may open later than May 15 and much more.
I'll share updates as we receive them on the plan for Northern Virginia. In the meantime stay safe, stay healthy, and stay out of trouble.
COVID-19 Update 5/6
COVID-19 Update 5/6: The big news remains that VA is on pace for Phase I of reopening May 15th, national Nurses' day, the work of the National Guard, and more.
I'll have another update Friday with details on the Phase I opening of Virginia.
Stay safe and stay healthy, and thanks for staying home.
COVID-19 5/1 Update
COVID-19 5/1 Update: Summarizing the Governor's press conference, big increase in testing, new cleaning process for PPE, we will find out soon if non-essential businesses can reopen May 8, and much more!
A lot of positive news today, thanks to everyone's willingness to sacrifice their time and efforts. Stay safe, stay healthy, and have a great weekend!
COVID-19 Update 4/29
COVID-19 Update 4/29: Summarizing the governor's press conference, Public Health Emergency #2 will expire 1st of May (dentists & elective procedures), 200,000 swabs headed to VA for testing and more.
Since I made the video, the Governor has also announced that student loan deferment will continue, as will late payment fee waivers.
Stay safe, stay healthy, and I look forward to seeing you soon.
COVID-19 Update 4/27
COVID-19 Update 4/27: Summarizing the Governor's press conference, testing work group doubles output since last week, cases increase in Loudoun and more.
Please continue to stay home and follow social distancing guidelines until you hear from the Governor and your elected officials.
Stay safe, stay healthy.
Reconvened Session Update 4/23
Reconvened Session Update 4/23: An update & summary on the decisions we made yesterday in the State Legislature during the one-day outdoor reconvened session:
- All new initiatives have been un-alloted in the budget and will be revisited
- May elections will remain in May
- Capital funding for the children's science museum remains in the budget
...and more. Please let me know if you have any questions. I'll be back tomorrow with a COVID update after the Gov's 2 PM press conference.
Stay safe, stay healthy.
COVID-19 4/20
COVID-19 4/20 Update: Big announcement on testing as we move toward reopening, COVID-19 is the #2 killing disease in the US this year so far, summarizing the Governor's press conference and more.
Please continue to stay home to protect our vulnerable and healthcare workers. Your officials will continue to work hard to reopen Virginia by increasing testing and reducing cases.
Stay safe, stay healthy.
COVID-19 4/18 Update
COVID-19 4/18 Update: Thank you for your thoughts and prayers for Norma, when & how Virginia will reopen, and a summary of the Governor's press conference yesterday.
On a lighter note, it is my wonderful wife Barbara Reid's Birthday today, so please do wish her a happy birthday.
Stay safe, stay healthy.
COVID-19 4/15 Update
COVID-19 4/15 Update: Summarizing the Gov's press conference, EO 53 (schools and non-essential business closures) extended to May 8, what the new normal will look like, and more.
On a lighter note check out my new custom mask sent from my older sister Mary!
Thanks for staying home and keeping our healthcare professionals safe.
COVID-19 Update 4/14
COVID-19 Update 4/14: It’s FAQ Day! Today, I’m answering your questions on testing and modeling:
- What are all these different models? How are we using them to make decisions?
- Why is it so hard to get a test? What is being done to improve it?
Please continue to send questions via email, Facebook, or whatever medium your prefer and I’ll answer them in the next COVID-19 FAQ.
COVID-19 Update 4/13
COVID-19 Update 4/13: 5,747 confirmed cases, summarizing the Governor's press conference, new modeling in Virginia, and new updates on education in the COVID-19 era.
Please continue to practice social distancing and leaving the house only for essentials. The sacrifice we are all making is saving the lives of our neighbors and healthcare professionals.
COVID-19 Update 4/10
COVID-19 Update 4/10: Summarizing the Governor's press conference, unemployment funds disbursement, crisis hot spots, Loudoun updates, and more.
If you are able to volunteer, our healthcare system needs your help. Visit vamrc.org to sign up.
COVID-19 4/8 Update: Summarizing the Governor's press conference, Loudoun cases nearing 250, local elections may be moved to November, and more.
Please let me know if you have any questions about COVID-19 or the Virginia response to the pandemic. Visit www.delegatedavidreid.com/covid-19 for more information.
COVID-19 Q&A #1:
COVID-19 Q&A #1:
On days when the Governor is not briefing us, I will be answering questions I have received. If you have a question, please comment on this post, or send me a message and I'll answer it in a future video.
Today's questions:
Why is Virginia not moving their tax deadline to be in line with the federal tax deadline?
What should I do if I have to move apartments during COVID-19?
Can my family drive through Virginia without being stopped?
Can students drive through Virginia when coming back from colleges without being stopped?
