Obviously is being held remotely. All members and witnesses will participate Via Videoconferencing as part of our hearing microphones will be set on mute to eliminate background noise. Members and witnesses, youre going to have to unmute your microphone each time you wish to speak. So i just say that as a reminder and as a little housekeeping issue, but please remember to do that. Documents for the record can be sent to megan mullen at the email address we provided to your staff. All documents will be entered into the record at the conclusion of the hearing. The chair now recognizes herself for five minutes for an Opening Statement. Lets see, where is the clock on the screen . There it is, okay. In any given year, one in five adults experience a Mental Illness such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. But 2020 has been a year like no other. In a recent poll, half of adults report that their Mental Health has been negatively impacted due to the coronavirus. One can only imagine
This evening, nikki haley, jim jordan, steve scalise, and senator tim scott. Here is that session. A country where were judged by our character with dignity an respect for all. Belief that all are created equal, that lives matter irrespective of race, creed, or color. Committed to excelling beyond our dreams. Limited only by our imaginations where rugged individualism and american exceptionalism inspired the best in each of us. And when we see injustice to one, we act to fix it for all. This is our story. We journey together. We stand in the breach to preserve a way of life that while imperfect, has brought prosperity, honor, and dignity to generations past and will for generations to come. Four years ago, we faced a historic crossroad. Career politicians promising change every election. But delivering emptiness. We chose a different path. A man who was not a politician. A man who cares. A man who loves america. And all americans. A man who works works tirelessly for you. Even tonight
Day. Here is abc 7 News Reporter lyanne melendez. Reporter it was a welcoming sound for the owner of joes barber shop in San Francisco who took his business outside after being closed for six months. Very well spaced, lots of airflow. Its really its great. A nice safe place for a haircut. Yay reporter besides barber shops, hair and nail salons and Massage Centers were allowed to reopen outside. Everyone must wear a mask and go through a screening process. 97. 4. Perfect. This is a step that matters a lot for people like joe and the people getting the air cut. Ive been waiting months. Reporter malls and Outdoor Personal Services are now accessible to the public. Many mid september hotels, indoor museums, indoors zoos and aquariums will be added to the list. But late september Indoor Personal Services like hair and nail salons and tattoo studios will reopen for business. The phased plan for a reopening comes with a stern warning for mayor london breed. All plans are subject to change jus
And make sure that they get exactly what they need. The chair would like to recognize the gentleman from oregon, mister schrader. Is he available . Not seeing or hearing him. The chair recognizes Mister Kennedy. Mister kennedy available . Not in his chair. Then the chair will recognize thegentleman from New Hampshire , miss custer or five minutes of questions. You need to unmute. You. Thank you very much. Thank you madam chair. I appreciate this hearing and i appreciate the opportunity to address you on this important issue. Here in New Hampshire weve had a dramatic increase. Depression, anxiety, trauma and grief as a result of covid and we are struggling as well with changes to the Economic Impact on our Healthcare Providers particularly Mental Health providers. 83 percent of small and large groups Substance Abuse providers have described what is a Financial Hardship as a result of covid and 48 percent of those providers have had to cancel income generating events while 74 percent hav
Nepa process. The draft document with the environmental assessment. We have section 106 for historic preservation. Park land and historic site. Were currently in this middle level where were working with comments, a memorandum of agreement. Were drafting our final 4s evaluation. Our target for final signature from cal trans is august 24th. This is low allows us to allocae our federal funds build fund dollars by the end of august. Our schedule has changed a little bit as a result of covid 19. Primarily advertising the first phase of construction between fifth to eighth street to 2021. Our design is continue to go that time. We implemented quick build back in january. We have a Pilot Project as a sidewalk level bike way. We plan to begin construction in 2021. Were assuming a two year construction duration. Followed by construction of the f loop. Im sure you all remember that Market Street went car free january 29th. We saw significant increase in bicycling. In the eastbound direction mar