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Congressman Al Green Supports Decision to Close Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Due to COVID-19

Statement

By: Al Green
By: Al Green
Date: March 11, 2020
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: National Security Agriculture and Food Health and Health Care

On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, Congressman Al Green made the following statement regarding the closure of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) due to COVID-19 concerns:

"The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) is a crown jewel of the Ninth Congressional District of Texas. Each year, we welcome many local and national musicians, vendors, exhibitions, concertgoers, foodies, and proud Texans," Congressman Green -- who represents the congressional district where the Rodeo is held annually -- stated. "As much as we love the Rodeo, it is imperative that we take the necessary precautions to protect the health and safety of the public.

"This is why I am supportive of the decision to close the Houston Rodeo due to COVID-19 concerns. This is something we must take seriously to shield our communities from the spread of the virus."


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