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Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands
President Donald J. Trump issued this order to revoke two older executive orders from 1972 and 1977 that governed off-road vehicle use on federal lands. The order says those directives imposed vague, outdated standards and that current federal laws already provide enough authority for agencies to manage land use and environmental protections. It directs the Interior Department, Agriculture Department, Tennessee Valley Authority, and other relevant agencies to begin rewriting or removing regulations that were put in place under those earlier orders. The stated reason is to reduce what the administration describes as unnecessary restrictions and make access to federal lands easier and more consistent for recreation, land management, and other approved uses.
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May 29, 2026
Approving Critical Position Pay Authority for National Security Investment Workforce
May 27, 2026
FREmergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2026
May 26, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Belarus
May 22, 2026
FRMemorial Day, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a Memorial Day 2026 proclamation honoring Americans who died in military service and recognizing their sacrifice in defense of the country. The proclamation formally designates May 25, 2026, as a day of prayer for permanent peace and sets the hour beginning at 11:00 a.m. in each locality as a time for people to unite in prayer. It also calls on Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 p.m. local time and asks governors and government officials to fly flags at half-staff until noon, while encouraging citizens to do the same at home during the morning. The proclamation was issued to mark Memorial Day in keeping with federal law and to encourage national remembrance, prayer, and respect for fallen service members.
May 20, 2026
Nominations Sent to the Senate
President Donald Trump sent two nominations to the Senate for its consideration. He nominated Charles Baldis of Virginia to serve a five-year term as Special Counsel in the Office of Special Counsel, and Jules Hurst III of Virginia to serve as Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller). This action formally asks the Senate to review and consider confirming these individuals for those federal positions.
May 19, 2026
FRIntegrating Financial Technology Innovation into Regulatory Frameworks
President Donald J. Trump’s order directs federal financial regulators to review their rules, guidance, supervision, and application processes to identify barriers that make it harder for fintech companies to compete, partner with regulated financial institutions, or obtain federal approvals. It sets deadlines for those agencies to update or streamline their approaches so they better support innovation while still considering safety, consumer protection, and market integrity. The order also asks the Federal Reserve to examine whether non-bank and uninsured financial firms, including some involved in digital assets, can legally get direct access to Federal Reserve payment accounts and services, and to recommend options or changes where needed. It was issued to modernize the regulatory framework, reduce unnecessary obstacles, and better integrate new financial technologies into the traditional financial system.
May 19, 2026
FRRestoring Integrity to America’s Financial System
President Donald J. Trump’s order directs federal financial regulators to tighten oversight aimed at preventing fraud, illicit finance, and other abuses tied to cross-border transactions and people in the United States without work authorization. It tells the Treasury Department to issue a formal advisory to banks and other financial institutions identifying warning signs of suspicious activity, and to propose stronger customer due diligence and identification rules under the Bank Secrecy Act. The order also tells the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and banking regulators to address lending risks by clarifying that possible deportation or wage loss may be considered when evaluating a borrower’s ability to repay loans. It was issued to restore what the order calls the integrity of the financial system by strengthening safeguards against criminal misuse, hidden ownership, tax evasion, and unsafe lending practices.
May 19, 2026
FRTo Implement Certain Provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, and for Other Purposes
President Donald J. Trump issued this proclamation to carry out trade-related provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 by updating the U.S. tariff schedule. It extends through December 31, 2026, duty-free treatment under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for eligible sub-Saharan African countries, including related apparel and third-country fabric programs, and it also extends Haiti’s preferential tariff treatment through the same date. The proclamation restores Gabon as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country under AGOA after determining that it now meets the legal eligibility requirements. It also makes technical corrections to tariff schedule language and directs federal agencies, including the U.S. Trade Representative, to take the steps needed to implement these changes.
May 13, 2026
FRPresidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
President Donald Trump issued this presidential determination to certify that enough oil and petroleum products are available from countries other than Iran. Based on reports from the Energy Information Administration and other factors such as global economic conditions and strategic reserves, the determination says the market can support a significant reduction in purchases of Iranian petroleum made by or through foreign financial institutions. The action is issued under section 1245 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, which requires this kind of finding. It also directs the Secretary of State to publish the determination in the Federal Register and notes that the administration will continue monitoring the situation.
May 13, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency related to securing the information and communications technology and services, or ICTS, supply chain. The action keeps in place the national emergency first declared in Executive Order 13873, citing ongoing risks from certain technology transactions involving foreign countries or foreign nationals. It says these transactions can expose vulnerabilities in critical technology and communications systems and pose a threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the economy. The notice also directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
May 12, 2026
Nominations Sent to the Senate
President Donald Trump sent six judicial nominations to the Senate for consideration. The nominations include Angela Veronica Colmenero for the Southern District of Texas, Daniel Desmond Domenico for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, Michael C. Martin for the Eastern District of Michigan, Kasdin Miller Mitchell for the Northern District of Texas, Antonio M. Pozos for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and Daniel Mack Traynor for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. This action formally asks the Senate to review and act on these nominees for federal trial and appellate court seats. It was issued to fill current vacancies, including the Southern District of Texas seat formerly held by retired Judge Lee H. Rosenthal.
May 11, 2026
FRPeace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued this proclamation to designate May 15, 2026, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 10 through May 16, 2026, as Police Week. The proclamation honors law enforcement officers who were killed or injured in the line of duty, recognizes the sacrifices of their families, and expresses support for officers continuing to serve. It also calls on Americans to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies and activities and asks governors and other officials to fly flags at half-staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. Trump says the proclamation was issued to pay tribute to police service and sacrifice and to reaffirm his administration’s support for law enforcement and public safety.
May 11, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Yemen
President Donald Trump issued this notice to extend for one more year the national emergency related to Yemen that was first declared in 2012 under Executive Order 13611. The action keeps in place the emergency authorities tied to threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy stemming from conduct that undermines Yemen’s peace, security, and stability. The notice specifically points to the actions and policies of Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, as the reason the threat is still considered ongoing. It also directs that the continuation of the emergency be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress, as required by law.
May 07, 2026
FRVictory Day for World War II, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring May 8, 2026, as a day to celebrate Victory Day for World War II. The proclamation honors the U.S. and Allied victory over Nazi Germany in Europe on May 8, 1945, and recognizes the service and sacrifice of American troops, as well as support from the home front. It also calls on Americans to remember those who died fighting the Nazi regime and the innocent victims of its atrocities. The proclamation was issued to commemorate that wartime victory and to reaffirm the importance of defending the freedoms secured through that sacrifice.
May 07, 2026
FRMilitary Spouse Day, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation designating May 8, 2026, as Military Spouse Day. The proclamation formally honors military spouses for the support and sacrifices they make while service members carry out their duties, including managing frequent moves, long deployments, and family separation. It also states that the administration remains committed to improving support for military families in areas such as employment, housing, childcare, healthcare, and education. The proclamation was issued to recognize military spouses’ role in supporting the Armed Forces and, in turn, the country’s defense.
May 07, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Central African Republic
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency related to the Central African Republic, first declared in Executive Order 13667 in 2014. The action keeps in place the emergency authorities tied to that order under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. It says the emergency is being extended because the situation in and around the Central African Republic still poses an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy, citing ongoing violence, atrocities, and abuses by Kremlin-linked groups such as the Wagner Group. The notice also directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
May 07, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency related to the stabilization of Iraq. The action keeps in place the emergency first declared in 2003 under Executive Order 13303, along with related authorities referenced in later executive orders. It states that ongoing obstacles to Iraq’s reconstruction, peace and security, and development of political, administrative, and economic institutions still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy. The notice also directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
May 05, 2026
FRNational Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2026
President Donald J. Trump proclaims May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month and calls on public officials, educators, athletes, and all Americans—especially young people—to take part in sports and physical activity. The proclamation highlights his administration’s focus on promoting healthy lifestyles, expanding athletic opportunities, and encouraging exercise and good nutrition. It also points to actions he says support that goal, including revitalizing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, bringing back the Presidential Fitness Test, and promoting policies tied to fairness and opportunities in athletics. The proclamation was issued to recognize the role of sports and fitness in American life and to encourage stronger participation in physical activity nationwide.