(Harrisburg,Pa.) The first Pa. House member to test positive for the COVID-19 occurred yesterday. In a statement released by Rep. Andrew Lewis (R-Dauphin) he said that

“Throughout this pandemic, our health officials have reminded us that it is likely many of us will contract COVID-19 and suffer mild, flu-like symptoms. On Monday, May 18, I was tested for COVID-19 and on Wednesday, May 20, I was notified that my test came back positive.

“I immediately began self-isolation protocol and contacted the House of Representatives, and our caucus Human Resources department. My last day in the Capitol was Thursday, May 14.”

The Rep. has also followed all guidelines in contacting the people he was in contact with and advising them to self-quarantine for 14 days