In February 2023, the HHS Secretary gave a 90-day notice to Governors to prepare for the unwinding of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. The timeline below highlights some of the communications and materials from HHS to State leadership.
The federal Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 expired on May 11, 2023. Preventing the spread of COVID-19 remains a public health priority.
May 11, 2023
The HHS Secretary issues a statement on the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
May 10, 2023
HHS publishes a fact sheet about the future of federal telehealth flexibilities for patients and providers, including access to telehealth services for substance use treatment.
May 10, 2023
The HHS Secretary thanks Governors for their partnership and reminds them of various resources regarding the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
April 18, 2023
HHS publishes a fact sheet about the HHS Bridge Access Program, a public-private partnership that keeps COVID-19 care available at no cost for people without insurance through local pharmacies and health centers.
April 14, 2023
The HHS Secretary sends a letter to Governors stating his intention to amend the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act (PREP Act). The Secretary also shares a fact sheet about important flexibilities and protections that will remain in place.
March 7, 2023
The HHS Secretary sends a letter to Governors urging them to do everything possible to prevent eligible individuals from losing health insurance coverage, specifically Medicaid and CHIP.
February 9, 2023
The HHS Secretary provides a 90-day notice to Governors about the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Secretary also shares a fact sheet that explains what will and will not be affected.