Littler's Executive Order Tracker is your go-to resource for staying up to date on all executive orders and actions issued by the Trump administration. We are tracking every order, analyzing its impact, and providing summaries to help you understand the changes and the implications to your business. Only those orders that impact compliance with labor and employment directives are identified with a topic. In the first 100 days, the Trump administration is also rescinding executive orders issued by previous administrations and those are available below.
The First 100 Days Rescinded Order Tracker
April 9, 2025
Modifying Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base
This executive order focuses on reforming the defense acquisition processes to enhance the United States military's capabilities. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive overhaul to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities efficiently and effectively. It requires the Secretary of Defense to submit a plan to reform acquisition processes within 60 days, emphasizing the use of commercial solutions and streamlining decision-making. Additionally, it directs a reform of the acquisition workforce, including restructuring performance evaluation metrics and establishing field training teams. A comprehensive review of major defense acquisition programs is mandated, with potential cancellation for programs significantly behind schedule or over budget.
Addressing Risks from Susman Godfrey
This executive order addresses concerns that the law firm Susman Godfrey allegedly engages in activities detrimental to American interests, including by maintaining illegal DEI programs. The order mandates the suspension of security clearances for individuals at Susman Godfrey, reviews government contracts with the firm, and requires disclosure of any business with Susman Godfrey by government contractors. It also calls for limiting access to federal buildings for Susman Godfrey employees and refraining from hiring them without a waiver.
Directing the Repeal of Unlawful Regulations
(Legislative and Regulatory, Labor Management Relations, Wage and Hour, Discrimination and Harassment & IED, Whistleblowing and Corporate Ethics)
Citing Executive Order 14219 (Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Deregulatory Initiative), which directed the heads of all executive departments and agencies to identify certain categories of unlawful and potentially unlawful regulations within 60 days and begin plans to repeal them, this executive order requires that the review-and-repeal effort must prioritize evaluating each existing regulation's lawfulness under the following United States Supreme Court decisions:
Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, 603 U.S. 369 (2024);
West Virginia v. EPA, 597 U.S. 697 (2022);
SEC v. Jarkesy, 603 U.S. 109 (2024);
Michigan v. EPA, 576 U.S. 743 (2015);
Sackett v. EPA, 598 U.S. 651 (2023);
Ohio v. EPA, 603 U.S. 279 (2024);
Cedar Point Nursery v. Hassid, 594 U.S. 139 (2021);
Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard, 600 U.S. 181 (2023);
Carson v. Makin, 596 U.S. 767 (2022); and
Roman Cath. Diocese of Brooklyn v. Cuomo, 592 U.S. 14 (2020).
In repealing these regulations, the executive order directs agency heads to finalize rules without notice and comment, where doing so is consistent with the "good cause" exception in the Administrative Procedure Act.
Reducing Anti-Competitive Regulatory Barriers
(Labor Management Relations, Wage and Hour, Government Contractors)
This executive order requires agency heads, in consultation with the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission and the Attorney General, to complete a review of all regulations subject to their rulemaking authority and identify those that: (1) create, or facilitate the creation of, de facto or de jure monopolies; (2) create unnecessary barriers to entry for new market participants; (3) limit competition between competing entities or have the effect of limiting competition between competing entities; (4) create or facilitate licensure or accreditation requirements that unduly limit competition; (5) unnecessarily burden the agency's procurement processes, thereby limiting companies' ability to compete for procurements; or (6) otherwise impose anti-competitive restraints or distortions on the operation of the free market. Agencies must then make recommendations regarding repeal or amendment of the impacted regulations.
Restoring America's Maritime Dominance
This executive order establishes a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan (MAP) designed to strengthen U.S. maritime industries. The executive order creates a Maritime Security Trust Fund, serving as the financial backbone of the MAP, and a financial incentives program to stimulate private investment in domestic shipbuilding.
Zero-Based Regulatory Budgeting to Unleash American Energy
This executive order directs specified agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); the Department of Energy (DoE); the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC); and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to incorporate a sunset provision into their regulations governing energy production to the extent permitted by law, thus compelling those agencies to reexamine their regulations periodically to ensure that those rules serve the public good. Each covered regulation (those implementing the list of federal statutes specified in the executive order) in effect on the date of this order must have a Conditional Sunset Date of one year after the effective date of the sunset rule.
Reforming Foreign Defense Sales to Improve Speed and Accountability
This executive order instructs the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of State to develop a list of priority partners for conventional arms transfers and prioritize end-items for potential transfer to those partners. It also instructs the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of State, along with the Secretary of Commerce, to submit a plan to the President within 90 days that improves defense sales transparency via accountability metrics, secures exportability as a requirement earlier in the acquisition cycle, and consolidates the sale approvals process.
Maintaining Acceptable Water Pressure in Showerheads
This executive order calls for the repeal of the regulation defining "showerhead" and directs the Secretary of Energy to publish in the Federal Register a notice rescinding Energy Conservation Program: Definition of Showerhead, 86 Fed. Reg. 71797 (December 20, 2021), including the definition of "showerhead" codified at 10 C.F.R. 430.2. The rescission takes effect 30 days from the date of publication of the notice.
Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Trading Partner Retaliation and Alignment
This executive order focuses on the modification of reciprocal tariff rates in response to trading partner retaliation. It addresses the national emergency declared due to significant U.S. trade deficits and outlines the authority to adjust the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to ensure effective trade measures. It modifies HTSUS to increase tariffs on imports from the People's Republic of China (PRC), a temporary 10% additional duty on imports from certain trading partners, and details specific amendments to tariff headings, such as increasing the duty rate to 125% for certain goods. It also outlines increases in de minimis tariff rates and postal item duties, with implementation directed by the Secretaries of Commerce and Homeland Security, and the U.S. Trade Representative.
April 8, 2025
This executive order amends tariffs and duties on low-value imports from China in response to China's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods. It increases tariffs on specific goods and postal items to address the national security and economic threat posed by large trade deficits. The order directs relevant departments and agencies to implement these changes and ensure compliance with applicable laws. It emphasizes the importance of protecting U.S. economic interests and maintaining fair trade practices.
Strengthening the Reliability and Security of the United States Electric Grid
This executive order addresses the increasing electricity demand driven by technological advancements, such as AI data centers and domestic manufacturing. It aims to ensure the reliability, resilience, and security of the electric power grid by utilizing all available power generation resources. The order directs the Secretary of Energy to streamline processes for issuing emergency orders, develop a methodology for analyzing reserve margins, and establish protocols to retain critical generation resources. It emphasizes the importance of a reliable energy supply for national and economic security and technological innovation.
Protecting American Energy From State Overreach
The executive order aims to enhance American energy dominance by removing barriers to the development and use of domestic energy resources, including oil, natural gas, coal, hydropower, geothermal, biofuel, critical minerals, and nuclear energy. It addresses concerns about state and local regulations that may exceed their authority and negatively impact energy production and national security. The order directs the Attorney General to identify and take action against state laws that burden energy resources and recommends further actions to ensure compliance with federal law. It emphasizes the importance of affordable and reliable energy for national and economic security.
Reinvigorating America's Beautiful Clean Coal Industry and Amending Executive Order 14241
This executive order aims to enhance American energy dominance by removing barriers to the development and use of domestic energy resources, including oil, natural gas, coal, hydropower, geothermal, biofuel, critical minerals, and nuclear energy. It addresses concerns about state and local regulations that may exceed their authority and negatively impact energy production and national security. The order directs the Attorney General to identify and take action against state laws that burden energy resources and recommends further actions to ensure compliance with federal law. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of affordable and reliable energy for national and economic security, including supporting the infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The order calls for identifying regions where coal-powered infrastructure can support AI data centers and assessing the potential for expanding coal-based infrastructure to meet the electricity needs of AI and high-performance computing operations.
April 4, 2025
Extending the TikTok Enforcement Delay
This executive order extends the enforcement delay of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, specifically affecting TikTok, until June 19, 2025. During this period, the Department of Justice will not enforce the Act or impose penalties for noncompliance related to TikTok. The Attorney General is directed to issue guidance and letters to providers, including TikTok, stating there has been no violation of the statute during the specified period. The order emphasizes the exclusive authority of the Executive to enforce the Act and aims to protect national security interests. It includes provisions to ensure implementation aligns with existing laws and does not create new legal rights.
April 2, 2025
This executive order addresses the issue of deceptive shipping practices by shippers based in the People's Republic of China (PRC) that contribute to the synthetic opioid crisis in the United States. It suspends the duty-free treatment for certain low-value products from the PRC and Hong Kong, requiring them to be subject to duties when imported into the United States. The order outlines the procedures for assessing and collecting these duties, including specific duty rates and bond requirements for carriers transporting these goods. It also empowers the Department of Homeland Security and other agencies to implement and enforce the order, and mandates a report on its impact within 90 days.
This executive order declares a national emergency due to large and persistent U.S. goods trade deficits, which are seen as a threat to national security and the economy. The order attributes these deficits to non-reciprocal trade practices, disparate tariff rates, and non-tariff barriers by U.S. trading partners, which have led to the decline of U.S. manufacturing and defense-industrial capacity. To address this, the order imposes an additional ad valorem duty on imports, starting at 10%, with specific rates for certain trading partners. The order also details exceptions and implementation measures, including the role of various government departments in enforcing the new tariffs and the potential for further modifications based on the effectiveness of these measures and any retaliatory actions by trading partners.
March 31, 2025
Combating Unfair Practices in the Live Entertainment Market
This executive order aims to address issues in the live concert and entertainment industry caused by ticket middlemen who impose high fees and use unfair methods to acquire and resell tickets at inflated prices. It directs the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce competition laws, ensure price transparency, and prevent unfair practices in the ticketing market. Additionally, the FTC is tasked with collaborating with state officials and taking necessary actions to regulate the industry. A report on the implementation of these measures is to be submitted within 180 days.
Establishing the United States Investment Accelerator
(Legislative and Regulatory)
The executive order aims to streamline and modernize regulatory processes to attract domestic and foreign investment in the United States. The order notes that complex and overlapping federal, state, and local regulations significantly delay construction and hamper investment, permitting, and site selection. It establishes the United States Investment Accelerator office within the Department of Commerce to facilitate investments over $1 billion by helping investors navigate regulatory processes and by reducing regulatory burdens, increasing access to national resources, and facilitating research collaborations. The Investment Accelerator will also work with state governments to reduce regulatory barriers.
March 28, 2025
Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful
This executive order was issued to enhance the safety, cleanliness, and beauty of Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. The order establishes the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force to coordinate efforts among federal and local agencies to fight crime, enforce immigration laws, and improve public safety. It also mandates a program to beautify the city, including restoring monuments, removing graffiti, and ensuring clean public spaces. The Secretary of the Interior is directed to lead these beautification efforts and coordinate with other officials and local entities. The order emphasizes the importance of making Washington, D.C. a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place for residents, commuters, and tourists.
March 27, 2025
Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs
(Labor Management Relations)
An executive order was issued to enhance national security by excluding certain agencies and subdivisions from federal labor-management relations programs. The order identifies specific departments and their subdivisions that primarily perform intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work. The order also amends previous executive orders to include additional exclusions and outlines the specific agencies and subdivisions affected. The order significantly impacts collective bargaining by suspending the application of federal labor-management relations statutes to the specified agencies and subdivisions. This means that employees in these areas will no longer be able to engage in collective bargaining through federal unions. The Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs are delegated authority to suspend these exclusions if they certify that collective bargaining can be applied in a manner consistent with national security requirements. Similarly, the Secretary of Transportation is granted authority to exclude subdivisions from labor-management relations coverage to ensure the safety and integrity of the national transportation system. The order also includes provisions for reassignment of employees and termination of agency participation in pending grievance proceedings for those previously part of a bargaining unit but now excluded.
Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History
This executive order addresses concerns about historical revisionism and ideological influences on federal sites dedicated to history, including parks and museums. The order aims to restore these sites to reflect America's heritage and progress. It establishes policies to remove divisive narratives and improper ideologies from the Smithsonian Institution and other historical sites. The Vice President, in consultation with other officials, will work to ensure future appropriations to the Smithsonian prohibit expenditure on exhibits that degrade shared American values or promote divisive ideologies. The order also mandates improvements to Independence National Historical Park and reviews of public monuments to ensure they appropriately represent American history.
Addressing Risks From WilmerHale
This executive order addresses concerns about certain large law firms, particularly WilmerHale, that allegedly engage in activities detrimental to American interests. The order mandates the suspension of security clearances for individuals at WilmerHale, reviews government contracts with the firm, and requires disclosure of any business with WilmerHale by government contractors. It also calls for limiting access to federal buildings for WilmerHale employees and refraining from hiring them without a waiver.
March 25, 2025
Protecting America's Bank Account Against Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
This executive order highlights the federal government's role in processing trillions of dollars annually, with transactions flowing into and out of the United States General Fund. The document identifies the Department of the Treasury as the largest financial payment manager but notes its lack of sufficient controls to track transactions. It emphasizes the threat of financial fraud to the integrity of federal programs and the fragmentation of disbursing authority, which leads to expensive and duplicative financial reporting. Key findings include the policy to defend against financial fraud and improper payments by increasing transparency and accountability. The document mandates the Treasury Verification of Agency Payments Information to ensure all payments are subject to pre-certification verification processes. It requires agency heads to review and modify their systems of records under the Privacy Act of 1974. The order also calls for the consolidation of core financial systems to comply with federal accounting standards and the reduction of Non-Treasury Disbursing Offices (NTDOs).
Addressing Risks from Jenner & Block
This executive order addresses the risks associated with law firm, Jenner & Block, citing involvement in partisan representations, diversity policies, and other pro bono activities. The order suspends security clearances and ceases government provisions to Jenner & Block. It requires government contractors to disclose business with the firm and whether the business is related to the government contract. The order requires federal agencies to the extent permitted by law to take steps to terminate any contract for which the firm has been hired to perform any service. The order also includes measures to limit access to Federal Government buildings and restrict hiring of Jenner employees to protect national security.
Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections
This executive order aims to enhance the integrity of U.S. elections. It mandates state governments to comply with federal laws to safeguard voting rights and maintain accurate voter registration lists. The order emphasizes enforcing the citizenship requirement for federal elections, improving the security of voting systems, and ensuring compliance with federal laws regarding the national election day, including limitations on counting mail-in or absentee ballots that arrive after Election Day. It directs federal agencies to assist states in verifying voter eligibility and prosecuting election crimes. Additionally, the order seeks to prevent foreign interference in elections by enforcing laws that prohibit foreign nationals from contributing to U.S. elections.
Modernizing Payments To and From America's Bank Account
(Government Contractors)
This executive order mandates the transition from paper-based payments to electronic payments for all Federal disbursements and receipts to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance security. Effective September 30, 2025, the Secretary of the Treasury will cease issuing paper checks for Federal payments, and all executive departments and agencies must comply by transitioning to electronic funds transfer (EFT) methods. Exceptions will be granted for individuals without access to banking services, certain emergency payments, and specific national security or law enforcement activities. The order also includes a public awareness campaign and coordination with financial institutions to support the transition. Agency heads are required to submit compliance plans to the Office of Management and Budget within 30 days of this order. Within 180 days the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit an implementation report to the President.
March 24, 2025
Imposing Tariffs on Countries Importing Venezuelan Oil
The executive order addresses a national emergency concerning Venezuela, citing the actions of the Maduro regime and the Tren de Aragua gang as threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy. It maintains existing sanctions and, effective April 2, 2025, introduces a 25% tariff on goods from countries importing Venezuelan oil. The order also mandates periodic reports on the effectiveness of the tariffs and the conduct of the Maduro regime.
March 20, 2025
Addressing Remedial Action by Paul Weiss
(Discrimination and Harassment, IE&D)
This executive order rescinds Executive Order 14237, signed March 14, 2025, which suspended security clearances for individuals at Paul Weiss, would potentially terminate contracts with the firm, and limited their access to federal buildings and government employees. This action came after Paul Weiss agreed to provide pro bono legal services in support of the current administration's causes and to adopt politically neutral policies.
Stopping Waste, Fraud, and Abuse by Eliminating Information Silos
(Unemployment)
This executive order mandates that agency heads ensure federal officials have access to unclassified agency records and data to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. It requires that within 30 days, agency heads rescind or modify barriers to inter- and intra-agency sharing of unclassified information and data sharing. It further mandates reviews of classified information policies to prevent unnecessary classification and supersedes prior orders that hinder information sharing. The order also grants the Secretary of Labor immediate access to unemployment data from the Department of Labor's Office of Inspector General.
Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement
This executive order aims to consolidate agency procurement functions under the General Services Administration (GSA) to enhance efficiency, reduce duplication, and save taxpayer dollars with the goal of streamlining procurement processes and eliminating wasteful spending. Agency heads are required to submit proposals to the GSA within 60 days to consolidate the procurement of common goods and services. The GSA will then develop a comprehensive plan to manage these procurements across the government. This consolidation is expected to reduce redundancy and improve the efficiency of procurement operations.
Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production
This executive order aims to end the United States' dependence on critical minerals produced by other countries by facilitating domestic mineral production. Specified federal agencies are directed to identify and expedite the approval process for mineral production projects. This includes streamlining permitting processes and removing regulatory barriers that may hinder the development of these projects.
Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities
(Discrimination and Harassment, IE&D)
This executive order requires the Secretary of Education to take the necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education (DOE) and return authority over education to the states and local communities. The Secretary must also ensure that the allocation of any DOE funds is subject to rigorous compliance with federal law and administration policy, including the requirement that any program or activity receiving federal assistance terminate DEI programs as well as programs related to gender identity. (Note: in order to effectuate the full closure of the DOE, Congress must also pass a law mandating the closure; legislation to this effect has been introduced.)
March 18, 2025
Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness
This executive order emphasizes the role of state and local governments in enhancing preparedness and national security and resilience through infrastructure investments, supported by the federal government. Key actions include: (1) within 90 days, develop a National Resilience Strategy to be reviewed every four years; (2) within 180 days, update Critical Infrastructure and National Continuity Policies; (3) within 240 days, review and update Preparedness and Response Policies and create a National Risk Register. Within one year of this order, the Secretary of Homeland Security will propose policy changes and implement to ensure state and local governments and individuals understand the federal role and improve communications.
March 15, 2025
Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua
This executive order invokes the Alien Enemies Act against Tren de Aragua (TdA), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, due to its infiltration and hostile activities within the United States. TdA is associated with the Cártel de los Soles, a group linked to the Nicolas Maduro regime in Venezuela, and is involved in various criminal activities. The proclamation declares that Venezuelan citizens aged 14 or older, who are members of TdA and present in the U.S., are subject to apprehension and removal as Alien Enemies. It outlines the legal framework for these actions and establishes regulations for the seizure of property used in hostile activities.
March 14, 2025
Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy
The executive order aims to reduce the scope of the federal bureaucracy by eliminating non-statutory components and functions of certain governmental entities including the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, the Minority Business Development Agency, US Agency for Global Media, the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in the Smithsonian, the Institue of Museum and Library Services, the US Interagency Counseil on Homelessness, and the Community Development Financial Institutions fund. It directs these entities to minimize their statutory functions and personnel to the extent required by law. The order mandates a review of budget requests to ensure compliance and rejects funding inconsistent with the order's objectives. It includes provisions to ensure implementation aligns with existing laws and does not create new legal rights.
Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss
(Discrimination and Harassment, IE&D)
This executive order aims to end government sponsorship of activities by the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (Paul Weiss) that are deemed harmful to American interests. It directs the suspension of security clearances for individuals at Paul Weiss, reviews and potentially terminates contracts with the firm, and limits their access to federal buildings and engagement with government employees. The order also addresses concerns about racial discrimination and ensures implementation aligns with existing laws and does not create new legal rights.
Additional Recissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions
(Discrimination and Harassment, IE&D, Labor Management Relations, Wage and Hour)
This executive order revokes several executive actions from the previous administration to advance the policy of restoring common sense to the federal government and empowering American citizens. It rescinds orders related to COVID-19 response, foreign policy, human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply, infant formula, solar modules, insulation, electrolyzers, fuel cells, heat pumps, biotechnology, defense supply chains, worker empowerment, tribal funding, apprenticeships, and investments in American workers.
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March 7, 2025
Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness
This executive order revises the PSLF Program to exclude individuals working for organizations involved in illegal activities, such as violating immigration laws, supporting terrorism, child abuse, illegal discrimination, and other unlawful acts. The Secretary of Education, in coordination with the Secretary of the Treasury, will propose these revisions to ensure the program aligns with national security and public interest goals.
Establishing The White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026
This executive order establishes a White House Task Force to coordinate preparations for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 2026, which the United States will host. The Task Force, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President, will include various government officials and agencies to ensure a coordinated effort. The Department of Homeland Security will provide administrative support. The Task Force will focus on planning, organization, and execution of the events, with agencies required to submit reports on their activities by June 1, 2025. The Task Force will terminate on December 31, 2026, unless extended.
March 6, 2025
Establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile
This executive order establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a US Digital Asset Stockpile to manage the nation's digital assets. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with creating and administering these reserves, which will include Bitcoin and other digital assets obtained through forfeiture proceedings. The order outlines strategies for acquiring additional Bitcoin without imposing costs on taxpayers and mandates a review of legal and investment considerations. Agencies are required to provide a full accounting of their digital assets to facilitate the transfer to these reserves. The order emphasizes responsible stewardship and compliance with applicable laws.
Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Southern Border
3/6/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order 14194 adjusts tariffs on Mexican goods to minimize disruption to the U.S. automotive industry and workers. It exempts certain Mexican goods from additional tariffs and reduces the tariff on potash from 25% to 10%. These changes take effect on March 7, 2025. The order also includes provisions to ensure it does not affect the authority of executive departments or the functions of the Office of Management and Budget.
3/2/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order Nos. 14194 and 14198 specifies that duty-free treatment for certain provisions will cease once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariff revenue. Pursuant to EO No. 14198, on March 4, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EST, tariffs of 25% are scheduled to take effect.
2/3/2025 EO No. 14198: This follow-up executive order acknowledged Mexico's recent efforts to mitigate these issues and paused the implementation of additional tariffs on Mexican products until March 4, 2025.
2/1/2025 EO No. 14194: This executive order was issued to address the influx of undocumented immigrants and illicit drugs, which pose significant threats to public health and safety in the United States. The memorandum expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include the failure of Mexico to control drug trafficking organizations (DTOs) and human traffickers. It imposes additional tariffs on Mexican products and directs federal agencies to take necessary actions to enhance enforcement and cooperation.
Establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile
The executive order establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a United States Digital Asset Stockpile to manage the government's holdings of Bitcoin and other digital assets, which are acquired through criminal or civil asset forfeiture proceedings. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with creating offices to oversee the reserves. Within 30 days of the order, agencies must review authorities to transfer any Bitcoin or other digital assets supply to the new Strategic Bitcoin Reserve or United States Digital Asset Stockpile and report their holdings of these assets. The Reserve will be maintained as reserve assets and not sold. The order also directs the development of budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional Bitcoin without incurring costs to taxpayers, and the Secretary of the Treasury, within 60 days of the order, will deliver an evaluation of the legal and investment considerations for managing these reserves.
Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP
(Discrimination and Harassment)
An executive order was issued to address concerns about the law firm Perkins Coie LLP, citing its involvement in activities that allegedly undermine democratic elections and engage in discriminatory practices. The order directs the suspension of security clearances for individuals at Perkins Coie, reviews government contracts with the firm, and mandates investigations into its hiring and promotion practices. It also calls for limiting access to federal buildings and refraining from hiring Perkins Coie employees unless a waiver is granted. Additionally, the order instructs the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to review the practices of large law firms for compliance with non-discrimination laws, particularly regarding race-based and sex-based hiring and promotion practices. The order emphasizes compliance with non-discrimination laws and national security interests.
Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border
3/6/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order 14193 adjusts tariffs on Canadian goods to minimize disruption to the U.S. automotive industry and workers. It exempts certain Canadian goods from additional tariffs and reduces the tariff on potash from 25% to 10%. These changes take effect on March 7, 2025. The order also includes provisions to ensure it does not affect the authority of executive departments or the functions of the Office of Management and Budget.
3/2/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order Nos. 14193 and 14197 specifies that duty-free treatment for certain provisions will cease once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariff revenue. Pursuant to EO No. 14197, on March 4, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EST, tariffs of 25% and 10% on energy products are scheduled to take effect.
2/3/2025 EO No. 14197: This follow-up executive order acknowledged Canada's recent efforts to mitigate these issues and paused the implementation of additional tariffs on Canadian products until March 4, 2025.
2/1/2025 EO No. 14193: This executive order addresses the influx of illicit opioids and other drugs, which pose a significant threat to public health and safety in the United States. The order expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include the northern border and imposes additional tariffs on Canadian products to compel cooperation in combating drug trafficking. It directs federal agencies to review and take necessary actions to enhance border security and reduce the flow of illicit drugs.
March 5, 2025
This Executive Order renames the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge to the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge in honor of Jocelyn Nungaray, a young girl who was murdered in 2024. The Secretary of the Interior is directed to update all relevant references and documents to reflect this change within 30 days.
March 3, 2025
3/3/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order Nos. 14195 and 14200 increases tariffs from 10% to 20% due to the PRC's alleged inadequate steps to address the illicit drug crisis.
2/7/2025 AMENDMENT (EO No. 14200): The amendment to Executive Order No. 14195 specifies that duty-free treatment will cease once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariff revenue.
2/1/2025 EO No. 14195: This executive order was issued to address the influx of synthetic opioids, which have severe consequences on public health and safety in the United States. The memorandum expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include the failure of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to control the export of precursor chemicals and support transnational criminal organizations involved in drug trafficking. It imposes additional tariffs on PRC products and directs federal agencies to take necessary actions to enhance enforcement and cooperation.
March 2, 2025
Amendment to Duties to Address the Situation at our Southern Border
3/2/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order Nos. 14194 and 14198 specifies that duty-free treatment for certain provisions will cease once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariff revenue. Pursuant to EO No. 14198, on March 4, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EST, tariffs of 25% are scheduled to take effect.
2/3/2025 EO No. 14198: This follow-up executive order acknowledged Mexico's recent efforts to mitigate these issues and paused the implementation of additional tariffs on Mexican products until March 4, 2025.
2/1/2025 EO No. 14194: This executive order was issued to address the influx of undocumented immigrants and illicit drugs, which pose significant threats to public health and safety in the United States. The memorandum expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include the failure of Mexico to control drug trafficking organizations (DTOs) and human traffickers. It imposes additional tariffs on Mexican products and directs federal agencies to take necessary actions to enhance enforcement and cooperation.
Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border
3/2/2025 AMENDMENT: The amendment to Executive Order Nos. 14193 and 14197 specifies that duty-free treatment for certain provisions will cease once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariff revenue. Pursuant to EO No. 14197, on March 4, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EST, tariffs of 25% and 10% on energy products are scheduled to take effect.
2/3/2025 EO No. 14197: This follow-up executive order acknowledged Canada's recent efforts to mitigate these issues and paused the implementation of additional tariffs on Canadian products until March 4, 2025.
2/1/2025 EO No. 14193: This executive order addresses the influx of illicit opioids and other drugs, which pose a significant threat to public health and safety in the United States. The order expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include the northern border and imposes additional tariffs on Canadian products to compel cooperation in combating drug trafficking. It directs federal agencies to review and take necessary actions to enhance border security and reduce the flow of illicit drugs.
March 1, 2025
Designating English as the Official Language of The United States
(Discrimination and Harassment, Legislative and Regulatory)
This order designates English as the official language of the United States. Emphasizes that a unified national language promotes societal cohesion and civic engagement. The order revokes Executive Order 13166, which aimed to improve access to services for those with limited English proficiency, but allows agencies to continue providing services in other languages if necessary. The Attorney General is tasked with updating guidance to align with this new order.
Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production
This order emphasizes the importance of timber production for the nation's well-being and economic security. It criticizes federal policies that have hindered domestic timber production, leading to reliance on foreign imports. The order directs the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture to issue new guidance to increase timber production and streamline forest management. It also calls for strategies to expedite forestry project approvals and reduce regulatory burdens. The goal is to enhance domestic timber production, create jobs, and improve forest management to prevent wildfires.
Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber
This order highlights the importance of the wood products industry to national security and economic strength. Addresses vulnerabilities in the wood supply chain due to reliance on imported timber and lumber. The order directs the Secretary of Commerce to investigate the national security impact of these imports and assess the feasibility of increasing domestic production. It also calls for recommendations to mitigate threats, including potential tariffs and strategic investments. The goal is to ensure a reliable and resilient domestic supply chain for timber and lumber.
February 26, 2025
Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Cost Efficiency Initiative
(Federal Contractors)
This executive order aims to enhance transparency and accountability in federal spending on contracts, grants, and loans. It mandates the creation of a centralized technological system to record and justify payments, reviews existing contracts and grants for efficiency, and freezes non-essential travel and credit card use for 30 days. The order also requires agencies to update real property inventories and consider terminating unnecessary leases. Exemptions are provided for law enforcement, immigration enforcement, the military, and other critical areas.
February 25, 2025
(Employee Benefits)
This executive order aims to enhance transparency in healthcare pricing to empower patients and reduce costs. It builds on previous regulations requiring hospitals and health plans to disclose pricing information. The order directs federal agencies to enforce these transparency requirements, ensuring prices are clear and comparable. It emphasizes the need for accurate price information to help patients make informed healthcare decisions and aims to improve the overall quality and affordability of the healthcare system.
Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Copper
This executive order mandates an investigation into the national security impact of copper imports, highlighting the critical role of copper in defense, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. It directs the Secretary of Commerce to assess the current and projected demand for copper, the extent of domestic production capabilities, and the risks associated with foreign supply chains. The order also calls for recommendations on actions to mitigate threats, including potential tariffs or incentives to boost domestic production. The goal is to ensure a reliable, secure, and resilient domestic copper supply chain.
February 19, 2025
Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders
(Immigration)
This executive order directs federal agencies to ensure that taxpayer-funded benefits are not provided to individuals who are not in the United States legally. It emphasizes the importance of protecting taxpayer resources and ensuring that benefits are reserved for American citizens in need. The order requires a review of federally funded programs to align them with existing laws, mandates enhanced verification systems to prevent ineligible individuals from accessing these benefits, and requires agencies to report any improper use of federal resources to the appropriate authorities. Within 30 days, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the Administrator of the United States DOGE Service are tasked with recommending further actions to align federal spending with the order's purpose.
Commencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy
The executive order aims to reduce the size of the federal government by eliminating non-statutory components and functions of certain governmental entities. It requires these entities to: (1) minimize their statutory functions and personnel; and (2) submit a report within 14 days confirming compliance and identifying remaining functions that are statutorily required. The order also rescinds a Presidential Memorandum of November 13, 1961 (Need for Greater Coordination of Regional and Field Activities of the Government) and mandates the termination of certain federal advisory committees and the Presidential Management Fellows Program. Additionally, within 30 days, certain presidential advisors are tasked with identifying further unnecessary entities and committees for termination.
(Legislative and Regulatory)
This executive order directs federal agencies to focus enforcement resources on regulations clearly authorized by constitutional statutes and to reduce the administrative burden. It mandates a review of existing regulations to identify those that are unconstitutional, unlawfully delegated, or overly burdensome, with the goal of rescinding or modifying them. The order also emphasizes prioritizing enforcement actions that align with statutory authority and national interests, while ensuring new regulations are consistent with these principles.
February 18, 2025
Expanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization
(Employee Benefits)
This executive order aims expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF). The policy seeks to make IVF more affordable and accessible, including removing statutory or regulatory burdens. Within 90 days, the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy will submit policy recommendations to further protect access to and reduce the costs of IVF treatments.
Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies
(Legislative and Regulatory)
This executive order expands Presidential supervision of independent regulatory agencies. It requires that all executive departments and agencies submit proposed and final regulatory actions to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) before publication in the Federal Register. The executive order amends previous EO 12866 of 1993, "Regulatory Planning and Review" and directs submissions by independent regulatory agencies within 60 days from this order. It establishes performance standards for agency heads, directs the OMB to review independent regulatory agencies for compliance, and requires regular consultation with the Executive Office of the President to align policies and priorities. The order states that the President and Attorney General control authoritative legal interpretations for the executive branch, and no regulation, guidance, or legal positions may be advanced without authority of the President or Attorney General.
February 15, 2025
Keeping Education Accessible and Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools
(COVID-19)
This executive order ends federal funds to educational institutions that require COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person attendance. It emphasizes providing accurate information about COVID-19 risks and allowing parents and young adults personal freedom in the decision to vaccinate. The Secretary of Education is tasked with issuing guidelines to elementary schools, local educational agencies, State educational agencies, secondary schools, and institutions of higher education. Within 90 days of the order, The Secretaries of Education and Health and Human Services shall create a plan to end COVID-19 vaccination mandates and list discretionary Federal grants and contracts provided to educational institutions not in compliance with the guidelines.
February 14, 2025
Establishing the National Energy Dominance Council
The executive order establishes the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President to enhance energy production in the United States. The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise the president on strategies to increase energy production, improve permitting processes, and foster private sector investment. Within 100 days of this order, the Council will provide a national energy dominance plan outlining how to utilize America's natural resources to boost economic growth, create jobs, and reduce dependency on foreign energy. The order emphasizes cooperation among federal agencies and the private sector to achieve energy dominance while ensuring compliance with existing laws and budgetary constraints.
February 13, 2025
Establishing the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission
The executive order addresses health challenges in the United States, highlighting the lower life expectancy compared to other developed countries, higher rates of chronic diseases, and mental health issues. Health problems are particularly severe among children, with rising rates of conditions like autism, asthma, and obesity. The order sets funding and research policy for government health agencies, including prioritizing transparency in health research, collaboration with farmers for healthier food production, and expanded treatment options and flexible health insurance coverage. The order also establishes the Make America Healthy Again Commission to address childhood chronic diseases, which is charged with submitting an assessment within 100 days and a strategy to combat the problems within 180 days.
February 12, 2025
One Voice for America's Foreign Relations
This executive order outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary of State and other officials in implementing U.S. foreign policy under the President's direction. It emphasizes the need for an effective and committed workforce to carry out these policies and provides guidelines for personnel actions and reforms within the Foreign Service. The order also defines key terms and ensures that the implementation of these policies complies with applicable laws and regulations.
February 11, 2025
Implementing The President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative
The executive order aims to transform the federal bureaucracy by eliminating inefficiencies and improving accountability. It establishes a hiring ratio to reduce the federal workforce, prioritizes high-need areas for new hires, and initiates large-scale reductions in force for non-essential functions. The order also directs the development of agency reorganization plans and revises suitability criteria for federal employees. Exemptions are allowed for positions related to national security, homeland security, or public safety.
Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National Security
(Whistleblowing and Corporate Ethics)
The executive order addresses concerns about the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), arguing that it has been overextended and harms U.S. interests. It directs the Attorney General to review and potentially revise FCPA enforcement guidelines to better align with U.S. foreign policy and economic competitiveness. The order emphasizes the need to eliminate excessive barriers to American commerce abroad and preserve the President's authority in foreign affairs. It includes provisions for the review period, potential extensions, and the implementation of revised guidelines, ensuring alignment with existing laws and no creation of new legal rights.
February 10, 2025
Ending Procurement and Forced Use of Paper Straws
The executive order mandates the elimination of paper straws in favor of plastic straws across federal agencies. It argues that paper straws are less functional, potentially harmful, and more costly. The order directs agencies to stop procuring paper straws and to reverse policies that disfavor plastic straws. The Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy will issue a national strategy within 45 days to support this policy, ensuring compliance across the executive branch and addressing contracts with entities, including states, that ban or penalize plastic straws.
Eliminating the Federal Executive Institute
This executive order directs the elimination of the Federal Executive Institute, a program established over 50 years ago to provide leadership training for government officials, arguing that it has not effectively benefited American families. The order emphasizes responsible use of taxpayer dollars and focuses on programs that directly serve the American people. The Office of Personnel Management is tasked with closing the institute, and previous documents establishing it are revoked.
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