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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information and Resources

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We created this website to provide you the latest information and resources on coronavirus (COVID-19). We will update it frequently as new information and resources come forward. If you think something needs to be updated or added to this website, please email us at: hrcwebmaster@leg.wa.gov.

 

 

Vaccine information:

 

In the news

Today's top stories on coronavirus (COVID-19) in Washington state:

The Capitol Buzz | Articles from online publications from across the state on coronavirus (COVID-19):

 

General information

The federal government’s official Coronavirus (COVID-19) site:

Washington state’s official COVID-19 site:

General guidance from the Department of Health:

  • Wash hands often with soap and water. If not available, use hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home while you are sick and avoid close contact with others.
  • Cover your mouth/nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing.

Department of Health:

  • Call center | 1-800-525-0127
  • 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week.
  • 2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak (COVID-19)
    • Symptoms and Testing.
    • Resources and Recommendations.
    • Current Situation in Washington – What’s the current risk?
    • 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Washington.

Health Care Authority:

Updates from the Governor’s Office:

Washington State Office of the Attorney General:

Department of Children, Youth & Families:

Teach with TVW:

 

Major announcements and news releases

Announcements and news releases from the Governor’s Office and Department of Health:

 

Governor’s actions

Proclamations made by Gov. Jay Inslee:

FAQ:

RCW 43.06.220:

The Legislature's role:

 

Employers and workers

Legislative Republicans’ Safe Economic Restart Plan | Released: April 17, 2020

Governor’s Office | Partial list of resources to support economic retention and recovery related to COVID-19 coronavirus:

Employment Security Department:

U.S. Small Business Administration:

U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers:

Department of Commerce:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

Department of Labor:

Department of Revenue:

Department of Financial Institutions:

  • Financial Resources for Washington Residents Impacted by COVID-19
    • Accessing Your Financial Institution.
    • Unemployment Help.
    • Trouble Paying Credit Cards.
    • Trouble Paying Your Mortgage.
    • Trouble Paying Rent.
    • Student Loans Deferment.
    • Short Term and Emergency Loans.
    • Paying Utilities.
    • Insurance Issues.
    • Avoiding Scams.
    • At Home Financial Education Resources for Students.
    • Additional Resources.

Department of Labor & Industries:

Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave:

 

Contact information for counties and local health departments and districts

Washington Association of County Officials:

Department of Health:

 

K-12 schools

Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction:

U.S. Department of Education:

 

Family and child care issues

 

Health care

Washington Healthplanfinder:

Help.org | Dedicated to providing drug and alcohol rehab resources and support:

Office of the Insurance Commissioner:

  • Coronavirus
    • Health insurance.
    • For insurers and medical providers.
    • Travel insurance.
    • Other types of insurance.

University of Washington Medicine | The Huddle:

 

Washington courts

 

Universities and colleges

U.S. Department of Education:

Washington State Council of Presidents:

Washington State Community and Technical Colleges:

Independent Colleges of Washington:

Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board:

 

How you can help

Washington State Department of Health:

  • Recruiting emergency COVID-19 volunteer health practitioners. If you are a licensed health practitioner, you can register as a volunteer here. Licensed health practitioners can also consider registering with their local Medical Reserve Corps.

Philanthropy Northwest:

  • WA Food Fund is raising money to provide food and supplies for those in need during the COVID-19 crisis, including the elderly, people who struggle with health issues or have lost their jobs, and children who normally rely on school for meals.

Boys and Girls Club of America:

  • Clubs are providing meals, programming and other support to those who need it most. You can donate here.

Meals on Wheels:

  • Some local programs need help, while others cannot process new volunteers because of coronavirus or have temporarily adjusted their delivery methods. Check with your local Meals on Wheels program to find out if you can help or donate here.

The Northwest Salvation Army:

  • Helps deliver food, and gives access to shelter and child care through its nationwide network. Drive-through food pick-up and community-based food delivery are just some of the services they offer. You can donate here.

United Way:

  • Supports communities struggling in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. Find the link to your local United Way here.

American Red Cross:

 

Housing and homelessness

Department of Commerce:

 

Agriculture

U.S. Department of Homeland Security:

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA):

Washington State Department of Agriculture:

 

Military & veterans

U.S. Department of Defense:

Washington Military Department:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs:

Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs:

 

Other federal agencies

Internal Revenue Service (IRS):

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

U.S. Food and Drug Administration:

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services:

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau:

 

  

House Bill 2965

House Bill 2965:

 

Global perspective

Johns Hopkins University & Medicine: