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End Federal COVID-19 Mandates for Travel and Education

This bill aims to prohibit federal agencies and federally funded entities from imposing COVID-19 mask, vaccine, or testing requirements for travel. It also seeks to ensure public colleges offer in-person classes and allow students to opt out of COVID-19 requirements, and provides potential grants for students without access to in-person instruction.
Key points
Ends federal mask, vaccine, and testing requirements for domestic travel.
Allows certain Canadian and Mexican travelers to enter via land ports regardless of vaccine status.
Prohibits funding for public colleges that don't offer in-person classes or allow students to opt out of COVID-19 requirements (with exceptions).
Creates a grant program for parents of K-12 students who lack in-person schooling due to COVID-19.
Bans the use of federal funds for COVID-19 vaccine passport systems.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7423
Sponsor: Rep. Gimenez, Carlos A. [R-FL-26]
Process start date: 2022-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

America Reopens Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7423.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ends federal mask, vaccine, and testing requirements for domestic travel.
  • Allows certain Canadian and Mexican travelers to enter via land ports regardless of vaccine status.
  • Prohibits funding for public colleges that don't offer in-person classes or allow students to opt out of COVID-19 requirements (with exceptions).
  • Creates a grant program for parents of K-12 students who lack in-person schooling due to COVID-19.
  • Bans the use of federal funds for COVID-19 vaccine passport systems.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gimenez, Carlos A. [R-FL-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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