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Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Foreign Air Travelers Entering the U.S.

This Act immediately terminates the requirement for foreign travelers entering the United States by air to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination, simplifying entry procedures for international visitors. It also prohibits the use of federal funds to enforce this mandate. The law does not affect existing testing requirements for travelers arriving from China.
Key points
The mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for non-U.S. citizen air travelers is immediately ended.
Federal funding is banned from being used to implement or enforce the previous vaccination mandate.
Existing rules requiring negative COVID-19 tests for travelers arriving from China remain unchanged by this Act.
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Print number: 118_S_641
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2023-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FREEBIRD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_641.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for non-U.S. citizen air travelers is immediately ended.
  • Federal funding is banned from being used to implement or enforce the previous vaccination mandate.
  • Existing rules requiring negative COVID-19 tests for travelers arriving from China remain unchanged by this Act.
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 Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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