Biden administration ends COVID-19 public health emergency after more than 3 years

The Biden administration officially ends the COVID-19 public health emergency and national emergency declarations, marking the formal end of the federal pandemic response that began in January 2020. The termination ends flexibilities for healthcare providers, telehealth services, and Medicaid coverage that were implemented during the pandemic. The decision comes as COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations have declined significantly due to widespread vaccination and immunity from prior infections. The administration maintains that COVID-19 remains a public health priority but transitions to routine management.