Congressman Steven Horsford Statement on State of Emergency in Nevada

Washington, D.C. — Today, Thursday, March 12, 2020, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak declared a state of emergency in Nevada in response to the spreading coronavirus. Congressman Steven Horsford released the following statement following Governor Sisolak's announcement:

"I am grateful to Governor Sisolak for his leadership during this difficult time. The priority of Nevada's government and its representatives in Congress is to keep our state's families safe and healthy — and ensure that no person is left vulnerable," Congressman Horsford said. "This emergency declaration will guarantee that we can continue to prepare for and appropriately respond to Nevadans' needs during this time. I am grateful that our state's leadership is willing to mobilize to the fullest extent to curb the spread of this virus."