What is the Federal Government Doing in Response to COVID-19?
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What Steps Has The Federal Government Taken To Address Coronavirus?
Health and Safety
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Administration for Community Living offers information for older adults, and people with disabilities.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is studying the virus worldwide and helping communities respond locally. Check the CDC’s Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) page for news and guidance.
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Department of Energy is researching COVID-19 at the National Labs.
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Department of Labor has information for employers and workers on preparing workplaces, and responding to COVID-19 in the workplace.
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Environmental Protection Agency has information about disinfectants that can kill COVID-19 and water safety.
- Food and Drug Administration is working with the medical industry to develop vaccines, drugs, and diagnostic tests. For healthcare professionals, they offer FAQ's about diagnostic testing.
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) is developing new medical treatments.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture answers questions about food safety and pets.
Travel and Transportation
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offers guidance for air travelers.
Scams and Fraud
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has tips to avoid scams related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has COVID-19 scam information, and is taking action against companies marketing fraudulent COVID-19 treatments.
Housing
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued guidance for public housing authorities, landlords, shelters, non-profits, grantees and stakeholders.
Federal Building Status and National Parks
- Defense Acquisition University posted university facility and class status.
- Department of Defense posted facility status for the National Capital Region.
- General Services Administration offers advice for federal tenant agencies and lessors.
- National Archives posted the status of National Archive facilities.
- National Park Service posted the status of National Parks.
- National Science Foundation has posted updates on facilities, meetings, and the grant submission process.
- U.S. Northern Command status updates.
International Cooperation
- Department of State is working with international governments to combat COVID-19, and has also issued travel advisories.
- U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing funding to international organizations to combat COVID-19.
Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is monitoring cybersecurity threats and risk.
