US Capitol Complex Closure Due To Coronavirus Extended Again

WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Capitol Complex in Washington, D.C., will remain closed through June 9, according to a joint statement from officials representing both houses of Congress. The decision was made in response to concerns over COVID-19, the illness associated with the new coronavirus.

On March 12, officials originally announced the U.S. Capitol Complex would reopen on Wednesday, April 1. The closure was later extended through the month of April and then through May 15. Now it has been extended through June 9.

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Paul D. Irving and Michael C. Stenger, the sergeant of arms for both the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, issued the following statement:
"Following the guidance of the medical community, and in consultation with the Office of Attending Physician, the Sergeants at Arms of the House of Representatives and Senate have extended the temporary closure of the Capitol Visitor Center to all tours. In addition, access to the Capitol and the House and Senate Office Buildings will be limited to Members, staff, credentialed press, and official business visitors. This temporary closure will continue through 8:00 a.m. on June 9, 2020. We are taking this temporary action out of concern for the health and safety of congressional employees as well as the public. We appreciate the understanding of those with planned visits interrupted by this necessary, but prudent, decision."

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