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Rep. Joe Courtney tests postive for the coronavirus

The Democrat from Vernon who represents the 2nd District said he is experiencing “mild symptoms” and is isolating at home. His office disclosed his diagnosis Sunday night.

“Last week, I learned that I was inadvertently exposed to someone who would later test positive for COVID-19, although they weren’t aware of their positive status at the time,” Courtney said. “Upon learning of that initial exposure, I immediately began following the strict isolation guidelines laid out by the CDC and by my doctor while I waited to get a coronavirus test.”

“I got another test and this evening I was notified that the second test came back positive,” he said.