Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020.
Apr 10, 2023
Apr 10, 2023
Summary
Terminates the national emergency that was declared on March 13, 2020, to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak.
What problem does this solve?
A national emergency declared in 2020 for the COVID-19 pandemic was still active, giving the government special powers. This resolution officially ends that national emergency and the powers that came with it.
Who does this affect?
- General public
What does this law do?
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Text:
Ends the COVID-19 national emergency
Officially terminates the national emergency declared on March 13, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What is the real world impact?
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Limits presidential power
Ends the special powers granted to the President under the national emergency, forcing a return to normal government operations and oversight.
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Declares the pandemic emergency over
Formally concludes the national state of emergency for the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting a belief that the crisis phase has passed and special measures are no longer needed.
When does this start?
This resolution takes effect immediately upon being signed into law on April 10, 2023.