WASHINGTON – Sens. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney released the following statement regarding travel restrictions to the United States:

“Tonight, the Administration announced it is restricting travel to the U.S. of foreign nationals who have recently been in certain European countries, listed here. While these restrictions do not apply to U.S. citizens, the Administration has indicated U.S. citizens may be subject to screening in order to return and will be directed to a limited number of airports where screening can take place.

“We are seeking additional information from the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security regarding specific guidance for Utahns and family members of Utahns who are currently abroad and wish to return to the U.S.

“In the interim, our office recommends the following actions and resources:

• All Americans abroad should register with the State Department's STEP program, which allows the government to contact them directly with the latest information on travel to the United States. Sign up here: https://step.state.gov/step/
• Country-specific travel information and advisories may be found here:  https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/COVID-19-Country-Specific-Information.html
• Contact the offices of Senator Romney and Senator Lee:

Senator Romney’s Office
125 S. State Street, Suite 8402
Salt Lake City, UT
801-524-4380
http://romney.senate.gov

Senator Lee’s Office
125 S. State Street, Suite 4225
Salt Lake City, UT
801-524-5933
http://lee.senate.gov