The CDC is lifting restrictions that have been pressing the travel industry for months after deciding it was no longer necessary “based on science and data,” the official said. The CDC will reconsider its decision in 90 days and if officials decide they need to reinstate it, due to a worrying new variant, for example, they will do so. The measure is valid from January 2021. The official said the Biden government plans to work with airlines to ensure a smooth transition with the change, but it will likely be a welcome move for most in the industry. Travel officials have been increasingly critical of the demand in recent weeks and have directly urged the Biden government to end the measure, saying it had a creepy effect on an already fragile economy, according to Airlines for America chief Nick Calio. the group met recently. with White House officials. The travel industry, and some scientists, have said that the policy has been outdated for months. Lawmakers, including Democrats, have also been in favor of lifting the requirement in recent weeks. Nevada Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto said: “I am pleased that the CDC has suspended the coronary artery test requirement for international travelers and will continue to do what I can to support the strong recovery of our hospitality industry.”
