COVID-19. U.S. Government and Policy Responses
U.S. Government and Policy Responses
This timeline outlines the significant policy and governmental responses in the United States to the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 31, 2020
Public Health Emergency Declaration
The Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) declares a public health emergency in the United States.
March 13, 2020
National Emergency Declaration
President Donald Trump declares the COVID-19 outbreak a national emergency.
March 18, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
President Trump signs the Families First Coronavirus Response Act into law, providing paid sick leave, tax credits, and free COVID-19 testing.
March 27, 2020
CARES Act Signed Into Law
President Trump signs the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law, the largest single spending bill in U.S. history.
March 29, 2020
Extension of Stay at Home Guidelines
President Trump announces an extension of the Stay at Home guidelines to April 30, 2020.
