U.S. Announces Plan to Quarantine Americans Returning From Hubei

On February 2nd, the U.S. government announced measures to combat the coronavirus. U.S. citizens returning from Hubei province will face a 14-day mandatory quarantine, while those from other parts of China will undergo health screenings and self-quarantine. A presidential proclamation suspends entry for foreign nationals from China, except for immediate family of U.S. citizens and permanent residents, to prevent virus transmission.

What measures will be implemented for U.S. citizens returning from Hubei province?

What is the duration of mandatory quarantine for U.S. citizens returning from Hubei province?

What health screening will U.S. citizens undergo if they have been in mainland China?

What authority did the president use to suspend entry of foreign nationals?

Who is exempt from the entry suspension into the United States?