NEWS FROM THE SECOND DISTRICTDear Friend, This past week, additional details about the origins of the COVID-19 virus have been released supporting suspicions Republicans have had since the beginning of the pandemic.
It is possible that the COVID-19 virus started as an accidental lab leak, and I think this is grounds for an in-depth investigation. America lost so many to this virus, and if there is a blatant cover-up, those responsible must be held accountable. President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and House Democrats must put politics aside to find the truth. The American people deserve answers.
In addition to this news, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced that Florida will join 22 states in an amended complaint to block Biden’s unconstitutional and unlawful attempt to cancel the Keystone Pipeline. Companies in our district have been directly impacted by the cancellation, and many have either lost their jobs or have had their hours cut. Because of this, I began conversations with AG Moody urging her to take action on behalf of my constituents that were affected. AG Moody is making the right decision in joining this lawsuit and I commend her for the effort.
Please read about my week below:
This Week in the District
What’s Happening on Capitol Hill
Hurricane Season Update
Coronavirus Updates
This Week in the District
Protecting the 2nd Amendment & Small Businesses
I recently stopped by Kevin’s Sporting Goods in Tallahassee to check in and see how business is going. Businesses like this one face a great deal of uncertainty — and I’m not talking about the pandemic.
President Biden’s plan to limit your right to bear arms and recent nomination for the head of the Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) bureau, gun control activist David Chipman, are a huge threat to businesses like Kevin’s Sporting Goods. They are also a threat to your constitutional rights.
I take protecting our Constitution and your rights very seriously, and I will continue to fight back against the Left’s radical agenda.
Fighting Biden Administration’s Job-Killing Policies
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody recently announced that she will be joining attorneys general from 22 states in an amended complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas to block Biden’s unconstitutional and unlawful attempt to cancel the Keystone Pipeline.
Shutting down the Keystone XL project was a huge mistake. While the pipeline project is over a thousand miles away, the impact is now in our backyards as Floridians in the 2nd District have lost their jobs because of the Biden Administration’s decision. I’m grateful that Attorney General Moody is joining the Keystone XL lawsuit to preserve Florida’s wide array of opportunities and fight back against the Biden Administration’s job killing-policies.
Read the full announcement here.
Update from the Internal Revenue Service
The latest information on the processing of 2020 tax returns is available on IRS.gov at IRS Operations During COVID-19. The page is designed to provide taxpayers with information on what to expect if they have recently: - Filed a tax return,
- Received a bill or notice,
- Answered a letter or notice,
- Sent in a missing form or document,
- Sent a payment, or
- Requested other services.
The page is regularly updated. For more information, click here.
Rebuild Florida Update
The last day for homeowners to begin an application for the Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program is June 16th. All applications need to be submitted and completed by June 30th.
The program, managed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), provides long-term assistance to repair, rebuild, or replace Hurricane Michael-damaged homes that serve as primary residences of eligible Florida families, as well as eligible rental homes.
For more information, please visit RebuildFlorida.gov.
What’s Happening on Capitol Hill
We Must Hold China Accountable
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As we approach the 18-month mark since COVID-19 emerged in Wuhan, China, House Democrats still have not held a single hearing on the origins of the virus. There is mounting evidence the pandemic started in a Chinese lab, and China covered it up. If that is the case, China is responsible for the deaths of nearly 600,000 Americans and millions worldwide.
My Republican colleagues and I sent a letter urging Speaker Pelosi to call on congressional committees to investigate the origins of COVID-19. China must be held accountable. We deserve answers.
Hurricane Season Update
Let’s Get Prepared
Hurricane Season has officially begun. Here are a few helpful tips to help you prepare for a potential storm: - Create or update your evacuation plan & coordinate with your family.
- Build an emergency kit.
- Update your important documents & check your stored food & water to ensure they are still in date & safe to consume.
- Be informed - Find out how local officials will communicate during a disaster & how you will get important information, such as evacuation orders.
You can follow me on social media for real-time updates about evacuations, closures, & more federal resources. For more information about how to prepare your home, click here.
Coronavirus Updates
Get Vaccinated
Floridians 12 and up are now eligible to receive any COVID-19 vaccine as prescribed by the Food and Drug Administration. The Pfizer vaccine is authorized for persons age 12 and up. The Moderna vaccine is authorized for persons age 18 and up.
I encourage you to pre-register for the COVID-19 vaccine. The State of Florida has partnered with Sharecare to provide an easy-to-use platform that will save your spot for your shot. Pre-register here. Florida has many sites providing the COVID-19 vaccine. Use the vaccine finder to find a site near you. Supplies are limited and appointments may be required.
Traveling This Summer?
With Summer approaching, many of you may be considering a vacation. For the updated guidelines for domestic travel, click here. For global travel, click here.
Thank you for your continued energy and enthusiasm, as reflected in your letters and Facebook posts. If you haven’t already, LIKE my Facebook page. You can also follow me on Twitter @DrNealDunnFL2. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you in Congress!
Sincerely,
Dr. Neal Dunn
Member of Congress
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Constituent Casework Corner
A constituent contacted my office because they did not receive Economic Impact Payment (EIP) 1 or 2 for their minor child. They could not get an answer from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as to why it was not included in their tax refund. After requesting that the IRS review the constituent’s return, they determined an error had been made and released both EIPs for the minor child.
Do you need help with a federal agency? Contact my office at 850-785-0812 or at www.dunn.house.gov
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