NASHVILLE, Tenn (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Monday, May 11, State Senator Bill Powers (R-Clarksville) announced the Tennessee Department of Health has received $118,309 to assist the COVID-19 response through federally qualified health centers serving Stewart County.
The funds were awarded by the U.S. Health Resources and Services (HRSA) as part of the U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The expansion of COVID-19 testing in Stewart County is vital to the health of our citizens and the continued reopening of our economy,” said Sen. Powers. “I am very pleased that this money is available in this effort and appreciate the support of our congressional delegation in providing these funds.”
The funding for health centers is part of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, signed into law by President Trump on April 24th. In addition to providing funding for small businesses and individuals financially affected by COVID-19, it provided grants for hospitals and healthcare providers, and increased testing capabilities to help track the spread and impact of the coronavirus.
“These funds will help ensure that anyone who feels ill or are concerned about their health can receive a test. We also appreciate all of our health care workers who are assisting in their monumental effort to keep our communities safe,” Powers concluded.