Federal Register #2026-10157

CDC Regulatory Order Suspending Entry From Outbreak-Affected Countries

This notice announces a regulatory action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to suspend the entry of certain persons from countries experiencing outbreaks of communicable diseases. - Government Buyer: - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Purpose and Scope: - Order suspends introduction of non-U.S. citizens from countries with Ebola and Bundibugyo virus outbreaks - Applies to individuals recently present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, and South Sudan - Exemptions for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, armed forces members, and certain government personnel - Supports enhanced surveillance, screening, and containment at U.S. airports and federal facilities - Products/Services: - No products, OEMs, or vendors are being procured; this is a regulatory action - Unique Requirements: - Focus on public health protection through entry restrictions and quarantine/isolation measures - 30-day duration for the Order - Locations: - CDC headquarters in Atlanta, GA, as the issuing authority

Description

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), issued an Order under Sections 362 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act. This Order suspends the introduction of certain persons from countries experiencing an outbreak of a communicable disease for 30 days, effective May 18, 2026. The suspension aims to protect public health by restricting entry of non-U.S. citizens who have recently been in affected countries, while exempting U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain other categories. The Order supports enhanced surveillance, screening, and containment efforts to prevent disease introduction into the United States.

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