Iowa 3rd District Democrat Representative Cindy Axne has entered a precautionary self-quarantine, after a member of her staff tested positive for COVID-19, and began experiencing symptoms of the virus while with the Congresswoman on her 16 county Iowa tour.

According to a statement released Wednesday afternoon, Axne will receive a COVID-19 test soon. She is not currently experiencing any symptoms. The events held last week were done with strict COVID-19 protocols in place, including face masks for every attendee and social distancing at all stops, and Axne’s team contacted everyone who attended with this staffer earlier this week to inform them of the possible case of COVID-19. All attendees are being updated with this new information.

The Congresswoman is participating in the regular business of the U.S. House of Representatives remotely this week – casting her vote and attending hearings virtually and continuing her work for Iowa’s Third District while observing proper health protocols.