Overview

• The CDC has begun withdrawing $11.4 billion in COVID-19 funding, citing the official end of the pandemic and shifting priorities toward chronic disease prevention.
• Notices of termination were sent to grantees on March 24, 2025, with a 30-day reconciliation period for affected programs and agencies.
• The rescinded funds previously supported testing, vaccination, health disparities initiatives, and global COVID-19 projects, raising concerns about underserved populations and global health efforts.
• State health departments, including those in Mississippi and Utah, are currently assessing the impact of the funding cuts on their operations and services.
• The decision aligns with broader Trump administration budget reduction goals but has drawn criticism given the ongoing weekly deaths and long-term health challenges from COVID-19.