House Preparing to Allow Remote Work Amid Global Coronavirus Outbreak

House of Representatives staff may soon be working remotely amid growing concerns over the coronavirus.

According to a memo obtained by Fox News, the House Administration Committee is preparing to allow telework due to the global 🦠Coronavirus Outbreak. The notice was sent to all House offices on Friday, saying the possible remote work is “in light of the unique and unusual circumstances presented by the coronavirus.”

“This will provide the opportunity for staff to receive technical assistance they may need to be prepared to work remotely,” the memo reads, adding, “Training will also be provided on how to remotely connect and access your office data and resources.”

The memo continues, “All of these measures will help House offices improve their emergency preparedness in general and we urge offices to take advantage of the types of assistance highlighted below.”

According to the memo, unused funds may be used to buy equipment to allow telework, and on Monday, the House will create a center to help make ready the infrastructure of remote work.

The sign of moving toward remote work comes shortly after over 18,000 people attended the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) conference this week. Among those who attended include Vice President Mike Pence, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), among others.