COVID-19. Government Responses and Policies
Government Responses and Policies
This timeline details key government responses and policies implemented to manage the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 13, 2020
National Emergency Declaration in the U.S.
President Donald Trump declared the novel coronavirus a national emergency, unlocking federal funding to fight the disease's spread.
March 13, 2020
Travel Ban on Non-U.S. Citizens
The Trump administration issued a travel ban on non-Americans who visited 26 European countries within 14 days of coming to the United States.
March 17, 2020
Expansion of Telehealth
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) temporarily expanded the use of telehealth services to address the pandemic.
