CDCFinal Rule
Control of Communicable Diseases; Foreign Quarantine; Expiration
HealthcareTransportation
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Summary
This regulation from the CDC addresses the control of contagious diseases and quarantine rules for people entering the United States from other countries. The rule is set to expire, meaning the government is reviewing whether these disease control measures should continue, change, or end.
Key Points
- 1The CDC has authority to quarantine travelers who may have contagious diseases to prevent outbreaks in the United States
- 2This regulation covers how foreign travelers can be isolated or restricted from entering the country if they pose a disease risk
- 3The rule has an expiration date, meaning Congress or the CDC must decide whether to renew, modify, or discontinue these quarantine powers
- 4This affects international travelers and people returning from abroad who may be subject to health screening and quarantine requirements
- 5The expiration review allows policymakers to evaluate whether current disease control methods are still necessary and effective
Impact Assessment
If you are a Healthcare Provider or work at a port of entry, this means you may need to implement or discontinue quarantine screening and disease control procedures depending on whether the rule is renewed, modified, or expires.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
International
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
Healthcare ProvidersConsumersTransportation CompaniesState Governments
Key Dates
Published
December 4, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
Amends CFR Sections
42 CFR Part 7042 CFR Part 71
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (CDC_FRDOC_0001)
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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