The shutdown is victimizing people.

Rep Dan Newhouse expressed concern for the victim of the shutdown

"I recognize that we aren’t going to return to normal operations overnight, but we must trust our citizens to do the right thing – maintaining healthy workplaces, continuing with social distance measures, and taking precautions to keep our communities safe. It is truly heartbreaking to hear of from these people who are losing their livelihoods due to no fault of their own. While Congress is working to provide a bridge for them, the only way to really provide relief to these business owners is to allow them to reopen and continue serving their communities.

"I recognize that Central Washington still has “hot spots” of COVID-19, and we cannot ignore the need for increased personal protective equipment or testing capabilities. But we also can’t let our fear hinder our ability to function as a community. With domestic violence, suicide, and crime rates on the rise, we have to take action forward and reopen our society. I continue to urge Governor Inslee to realize the true impacts this state-wide shutdown is having, not only on our economy but on the well-being of our citizens."

-- US Rep. Dan Newhouse, (WA-4th district)