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Rep. Steve Malagari March 19, 2020 | 4:22 PM

My staff and I are continuing to work for you during this time to help mitigate the spread of the virus and keep you safe. Please make sure you are taking necessary precautions to take care of yourself and loved ones. Practice mitigation guidelines whenever possible and check the PA Health Department website for more information.

My office has received many calls and requests for information on the latest guidelines from different agencies and state departments. Here’s where you can access the most recent information.

The Montgomery County website will have up-to-date information for Montgomery County residents. You can find updates on the coronavirus here.

Meals on Wheels is looking for help and people to deliver goods to those in need. If you would like to volunteer, visit https://www.rsvpmc.org.

The PA Turnpike Commission (PTC) has announced that to keep travelers from interacting with tolling personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic, cash and credit cards will NOT be accepted at any interchange statewide.
Click here for more info.

SEPTA has announced it will be operating the Severe Weather Plan for Regional Rail.
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If you’re employed in Pennsylvania and unable to work because of COVID-19, you may be eligible for Unemployment or Workers' Compensation benefits.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan program will make funds available to businesses impacted by COVID-19. For more information, visit https://dced.pa.gov/resources/.

If you don’t need to go out, STAY HOME!

The most important thing you can do for yourself and for others’ well-being is to STAY HOME. I understand that not everyone can stay home, but please consider that the less interaction you have with others, the less likely you are to be exposed to others who may be sick or to expose others if you are sick.

In a time like this one, I hope we can all consider our fellow neighbors, and think of the people in our community who will be at the most risk of serious, life-threatening illness if we don’t all act selflessly.

If you must go out of your home, please do what you can to limit exposure and follow some simple steps to stay safe:

Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, do not use your hands!
Clean surfaces frequently, such as countertops, light switches, cell phones and other frequently touched areas.
Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
If you are sick, stay home until you are feeling better.