Jason Miles
On May 11, the US will eliminate the mandate, marking the end of the nation’s coronavirus public health emergency.
For contractors and federal employees, vaccination requirements will also be waived.
One of the many countries where epidemic trip restrictions are still in effect is the US.
The relaxed rule will also apply to foreign visitors using ferries and land ports of entry.
The White House declared on Monday that “these measures are no longer necessary” and that “we are now in a different phase of our response.”
Novak Djokovic, a 35-year-old tennis pro from Serbia, will now be able to participate in this year’s US Open.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion was compelled to skip last year’s competition because he is not immunized.
Prior to having the chance to defend his championship at the Australian Open in 2022, he encountered similar difficulties and was deported due to his immunization status.
This is fantastic news for Canadians entering the US, according to Representative Brian Higgins, who is from New York State and covers Buffalo and Niagara Falls.
Despite being long overdue, Mr. Higgins said in a statement that “this final lifting of pandemic restrictions is unquestionably welcome news and critically important as we seek opportunities to encourage a robust cross-border exchange that delivers shared prosperity.”
A bill ending the Covid-19 national emergency was signed by President Joe Biden last month, allowing the US to make significant changes to its health and welfare institutions in order to tackle the virus.
In October, Canada stopped requiring the Covid-19 vaccination for passengers flying internationally.
