LIVE: Mayor Bowser Provides COVID-19 Situational Update twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… Residents now have access to vaccinations, boosters, take-home rapid antigen tests as well as a new self-administered PCR test — all in one place. Check out the graphic below to find a COVID center near you.

LIVE: Mayor Bowser Provides COVID-19 Situational Update twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1… It is critical that all eligible people are getting vaccinated and boosted.

If you missed today's situational update, you can view by visiting the following link: mayor.dc.gov/sites/default/… 1/ We mourn the more than 500,000 lives lost to COVID-19 in the United States, including 995 Washingtonians. We offer our sympathy and support to all who have suffered loss and recommit to doing our part to stop the spread of the virus and protect our most vulnerable neighbors.

If you missed today's situational update, you can view by visiting the following link: mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-…

Here is a thread with key highlights. 1/ Be vigilant and call (202) 399-7093 to request transportation for neighbors in need of shelter from the cold.

If you missed today's situational update, here are some key highlights.

You can also view the full presentation by visiting the following link: mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-… 1/ We announced the launch of the Gun Violence Prevention Emergency Operations Center (EOC), as part of a new comprehensive gun violence prevention program, Building Blocks DC.

If you missed today's situational update, here are some key highlights.

You can also view the full presentation by visiting the following link: mayor.dc.gov/sites/default/… 1/ This week, the Biden Administration committed to increasing the District’s vaccine allocation. It's a promising indicator of the new Administration’s commitment to increasing the supply of the COVID-19 vaccine, and we will continue to advocate for more doses for DC.

If you missed today's situational update, here's a thread with some key highlights.

You can also view the full presentation by visiting the following link: mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-… 1/ Please do not come to Washington, DC for the 59th Presidential Inauguration on January 20th. Instead, participate virtually.

1/ Beginning today, Monday, July 27, anyone coming into Washington, DC from a high-risk state (within the prior 14 days) who was traveling for non-essential activities will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days from their arrival in the District. 2/ States considered high-risk:

Arkansas
Arizona
Alabama
California
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
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Washington
Wisconsin

1/ In this moment, it is difficult and heartbreaking to comprehend a world without John Lewis. 2/ We knew John Lewis as the conscience of Congress, but often, he felt more like the conscience of our nation, the conscience of a generations-long movement to deliver on the promise of equal justice and equal opportunity.

1/ Today, with this historic vote, DC is closer than we have ever been to becoming the 51st state.

More than 160 years ago, Washingtonian Frederick Douglass told us: Power concedes nothing without a demand. 2/ As Washingtonians and as taxpaying American citizens, we are demanding what is owed to us – the rights guaranteed to us by the U.S. Constitution.

1/ Today, I'm announcing Phase Two will begin on Monday, June 22, 2020, allowing certain businesses to reopen and activities to resume under specified conditions outlined at coronavirus.dc.gov/phasetwo. 2/ The District has experienced 15 days of sustained decrease in community spread of COVID-19 during Phase One. That data is represented in the chart below.

1/ Today, I announced several policies as part of the District’s re-imagination of public space during the ongoing coronavirus public health emergency, including the buildout of “streateries.” 2/ Streateries expand beyond individual parking lane uses and close one or more lanes of an entire block or more to vehicle traffic to allow for outdoor dining and table service.

LIVE: Briefing on coronavirus (COVID-19) response in the District. For a stream with captions visit bit.ly/mmblive. To learn more visit coronavirus.dc.gov. pscp.tv/w/cZ_OgTFNV0V3… 2/ Get tested, DC. There's a new walk-up testing site.

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1/ Today, I announced two monumental agreements to improve health care and address inequalities in health outcomes for District residents. 2/ The agreements include the construction of two new, state-of-the-art hospitals:
a 136-bed hospital at St. Elizabeths East in Ward 8, operated by Universal Health Services in conjunction with George Washington University and George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (GWMFA);

1/ Today, I launched 10 weekday grocery distribution sites at DC schools to help families access meals and other resources during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency. 2/ The grocery distribution sites are being launched in partnership with @MarthasTableorg and DC Central Kitchen. They're available to all families and are open Monday – Friday, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

1/ Starting this week, the @NatlParkService and the United States Park Police (USPP) will close Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park and roads in Anacostia Park and Fort Dupont Park to vehicle traffic so that residents can access these roads for essential exercise. 2/ Beach Drive, which is already closed to traffic on the weekends, will keep closures through April 30. The USPP and NPS staff will monitor park use as well as guest compliance with social distancing. Some parking areas may temporarily close as needed to minimize congestion.

1/ Today, due to an increasing number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in DC and across the region and the nation, I've issued a stay-at-home order for the District of Columbia. This order reinforces my direction to residents to stay at home except to perform essential activities. 2/ Our message remains the same: stay home. Staying at home is the best way to flatten the curve and protect yourself, your family, and our entire community from COVID-19. Many people want to know how they can help right now, and for most people this is how – by staying home.

1/ Today, to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), I ordered the temporary closure of the on-site operation of all non-essential businesses and prohibited gatherings of 10 or more people. 2/ The intent of this Order is to temporarily cease all non-essential business activities, including tour guides and touring services; gyms, health clubs, spas, and massage establishments; theaters, auditoriums, and other places of large gatherings; nightclubs;

1/ On the first day of distance learning at DC's public schools, I'm announcing a new DC Education Equity Fund. It'll be used to increase access to internet and purchase digital devices. Residents can learn more about the Fund and how to give at dcedequity.org. 2/ The fund is a collaboration between Education Forward DC, the DC Public Education Fund, and the Greater Washington Community Foundation, and will assist with providing resources and support to students, educators, and schools during distance learning.

(Thread) This notice clarifies the actions restaurants, taverns, nightclubs, and multi-purpose facilities must take to comply with the District of Columbia Department of Health’s (DC Health) Emergency Rulemaking to Prohibit Mass Gatherings effective March 13, 2020. 1/ Restaurants and taverns licensed in DC are approved with various configurations, floor plans, and occupancy limits. To comply with DC Health’s prohibition of mass gatherings and achieve the public health goals of social distancing, restaurants and taverns shall: