The lawmakers emphasize the importance of Virginia’s “robust agricultural industry,” which contributes $82.3 billion annually to the state’s economy.

With bird flu cases cropping up across the country — including in Virginia — members of the state’s Democratic congressional delegation are demanding the immediate reinstatement of disease and virus reports after President Donald Trump’s administration ordered a pause in Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) communications.

ROANOKE, Va. – Bird flu cases have been on the rise recently. A chicken flock in Accomack County tested positive, and two birds had it at the Metro Richmond Zoo in January. No one has contracted bird flu in the Commonwealth yet, but doctors still want you to be careful.