Press Releases

WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) today introduced a resolution commending the resiliency of America’s small businesses in light of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and acknowledging the necessity of continued congressional support, given the vital role small businesses play in the national economy and lives of millions of Americans. “Not only are small… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) is pushing for payback flexibility for rural hospitals within the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payment Program. In a joint letter, Balderson and a group of colleagues urge bicameral leadership to ensure future COVID-19 relief legislation includes flexibility for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to forgive these… Read more »

WORTHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) and Ohio’s bipartisan, bicameral congressional delegation sent a letter to FEMA Administrator Peter Gaynor urging swift approval of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s request for additional personal protective equipment (PPE) for Ohio’s frontline health care workers. “As Ohio’s number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, so does demand for… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressmen Troy Balderson (R-OH) and Steve Stivers (R-OH) join Ohio Governor DeWine in calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to immediately correct an oversight limiting the amount of life-saving personal protective equipment (PPE) that can be decontaminated using Battelle’s innovative new technology. Having enough PPE for frontline health care workers is… Read more »

WASHINGTON – After Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) earlier called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to immediately correct an oversight limiting the amount of life-saving personal protective equipment (PPE) that Battelle can decontaminate using its innovative technology, the FDA announced an emergency use authorization (EUA) of the technology at Battelle’s full… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) today announced that a crucial community health center fighting on Ohio’s frontlines against the COVID-19 pandemic secured federal grant funding of more than $70,000 to help combat the virus’ spread. “We can’t fight a public health emergency of this caliber without patient-centered community care providers and ample resources,” said… Read more »

WASHINGTON –Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) voted today to pass the CARES Act, phase three of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) relief package. “This is a pivotal moment for our country, full of uncertainty and fear for the future. Ohioans are worried about their jobs, families, neighbors, and businesses. Their… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) is urging congressional leaders to include an overdue tax fix in phase 3 of the coronavirus relief package, incentivizing small businesses, including restaurants, to reinvest in their facilities and hire local contractors.  "As we rightfully practice social distancing to protect our communities and loved ones, Ohio’s small… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) issued the following statement regarding House passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act: “When it comes to times of crisis, people’s lives come first. Americans look to Congress to work through difficult problems and find solutions for our country. I’m glad my colleagues and I could reach a bipartisan solution that will take… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar requesting guidance to state and local governments, hospitals and care providers, and health insurance providers on reimbursement for testing, health screenings, treatments, and prevention measures related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). “We believe that… Read more »