Notice of an Amended Order Under Sections 362 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act Suspending Introduction of Certain Persons From Countries Where a Communicable Disease Exists

Airlines for America, representing major U.S. airlines, supports the CDC's Amended Order to address Ebola risks but requests more specific, risk-informed limitations on the scope of travel restrictions. They advocate for narrowing the geographic scope of the order, exempting certain crew members, and expanding the list of designated arrival airports to improve operational flexibility.

The commenter opposes the proposed order, arguing that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) lacks the health expertise required to manage communicable disease screening and enforcement. They contend that the CDC is better suited to lead the response and criticize the leadership of HHS and the CDC for delegating these responsibilities.