Udall Calls on TSA, CDC to Immediately Restrict Air-Travel for Individuals Possibly Exposed to Ebola
Udall Also Urges Federal Government to Support Mapp Biopharmaceutical's Work to Aggressively Ramp Up Production of Experimental ZMapp Drug
Citing the confirmed Ebola cases in the United States, Mark Udall called on the TSA and CDC to immediately restrict the ability of all persons being monitored for Ebola symptoms to board airline flights. Udall said this common-sense step will help confront the epidemic and protect Americans.
Udall also urged the federal government to support pharmaceutical company Mapp Biopharmaceutical’s efforts to aggressively ramp up the production of ZMapp — an experimental treatment to help treat Ebola patients. He pledged to work to cut red tape and ensure production meets domestic needs.
"We need to take every step to stop Ebola from spreading. This requires decisive and coordinated action to keep Coloradans safe," Udall said. "If you're being monitored for exposure to Ebola, it's for a reason — and it's the same reason you shouldn't be on an airline flight."
Udall has endorsed a swift, strong response to the Ebola epidemic. He has supported the mission of soldiers from Fort Carson working in Liberia to construct Ebola treatment facilities.