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National Foster Care Month, 2026
Proclamation April 30, 2026

National Foster Care Month, 2026

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring May 2026 as National Foster Care Month. The action recognizes foster families, social workers, clergy, educators, and volunteers who support children in foster care and calls on Americans to honor their work. It also highlights the administration’s stated efforts to strengthen foster care, including implementing a 2025 executive order, improving data sharing and accountability, supporting family stability, and expanding housing help for young people leaving foster care. The proclamation was issued to spotlight the needs of children in foster care and to reaffirm the administration’s commitment to giving them safe, stable, and supportive environments.

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Lowering Drug Prices by Once Again Putting Americans First

Apr 18, 2025

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Lowering Drug Prices by Once Again Putting Americans First

On April 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14273, titled "Lowering Drug Prices by Once Again Putting Americans First," aimed at reducing prescription drug costs for Americans. The order directs several actions, including improving the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program for greater transparency and cost-effectiveness, stabilizing Medicare Part D premiums, and aligning the treatment of small molecule drugs with biological products. It also mandates the development of strategies to reduce prices for high-cost drugs for seniors, enhance Medicaid drug payment innovation, and streamline drug importation processes. Additionally, the order seeks to address anti-competitive practices by pharmaceutical manufacturers and improve transparency in pharmacy benefit manager fee disclosures.

Expanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization

Feb 24, 2025

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Expanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization

President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14216 on February 18, 2025, to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for American families facing infertility challenges. The order aims to make IVF treatments more affordable by reducing unnecessary statutory or regulatory burdens. Within 90 days, the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy is tasked with submitting policy recommendations to lower out-of-pocket and health plan costs for IVF. This initiative underscores the administration's commitment to supporting family formation by ensuring reliable and affordable access to fertility treatments.

Keeping Education Accessible and Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools

Feb 20, 2025

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Keeping Education Accessible and Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools

On February 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14214, which aims to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools across the United States. The order directs that federal funds should not support educational institutions that require COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person attendance. It emphasizes empowering parents and students with accurate information about COVID-19 risks and allowing them to make their own health decisions. The Secretary of Education is tasked with issuing guidelines on legal obligations related to parental authority and religious freedom, and developing a plan to eliminate coercive vaccine mandates in schools.

Keeping Education Accessible and Ending Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools

Feb 15, 2025

Presidential Action

Keeping Education Accessible and Ending Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools

President Donald Trump has issued an order to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools, emphasizing that educational access should not be contingent on vaccination status. The order directs that federal funds should not support educational institutions that require COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person attendance. It mandates the Secretary of Education to issue guidelines on respecting parental authority and religious freedom concerning these mandates. Additionally, the Secretary of Education, in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, must develop a plan to eliminate coercive mandates, including identifying non-compliant institutions and potentially withdrawing federal funding from them.

Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military's COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

Feb 03, 2025

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Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military's COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

On January 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14184, which allows for the reinstatement of military service members who were discharged solely for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The order directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to facilitate the return of these individuals to their previous ranks and ensure they receive full back pay and benefits. Additionally, service members who voluntarily left the military to avoid the vaccine mandate can return without any negative impact on their service status. This action addresses what the President describes as an unfair and unnecessary burden imposed by the previous vaccine mandate.

Protecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation

Feb 03, 2025

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Protecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation

On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14187, titled "Protecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation." This order prohibits federal funding and support for medical procedures that attempt to change a child's sex, described in the order as "chemical and surgical mutilation." It directs federal agencies to rescind reliance on guidance from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health and mandates a review of best practices for treating children with gender dysphoria. Additionally, it instructs the Department of Health and Human Services and other agencies to take steps to end such practices, including altering insurance coverage and enforcing existing laws. The order aims to protect children from what it describes as harmful medical interventions.

Enforcing the Hyde Amendment

Jan 31, 2025

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Enforcing the Hyde Amendment

On January 24, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14182, titled "Enforcing the Hyde Amendment." This order reinforces the longstanding policy that prohibits the use of federal funds for elective abortions, aligning with the Hyde Amendment, which has been annually enacted by Congress for nearly five decades. The order revokes two previous executive orders from 2022 that were perceived to support taxpayer funding of elective abortions. To implement this policy, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget is tasked with providing guidance to federal departments and agencies. The order emphasizes that it should be executed in accordance with existing laws and budgetary constraints.

Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government

Jan 30, 2025

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Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14168, titled "Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government." This order mandates the federal government to recognize only two biological sexes, male and female, and requires all federal policies and documents to reflect this definition. It directs federal agencies to enforce sex-based rights and protections, ensuring that terms like "male," "female," "men," and "women" are used according to their biological definitions. The order also calls for the removal of any federal policies or communications that promote gender ideology and prohibits the use of federal funds to support such ideologies. Additionally, it instructs the Attorney General to issue guidance to ensure the protection of sex-based distinctions in federal activities and spaces.

Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation

Jan 28, 2025

Presidential Action

Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation

On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation." The order prohibits federal funding and support for medical procedures that attempt to change a child's sex, including the use of puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and surgeries. It directs federal agencies to rescind policies based on guidance from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, which the order claims lacks scientific integrity. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is tasked with reviewing literature on best practices for treating children with gender dysphoria and improving data quality. Additionally, the order mandates that TRICARE and federal health insurance plans exclude coverage for such procedures and instructs the Department of Justice to enforce laws against female genital mutilation and investigate deceptive practices related to these medical interventions.

Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

Jan 27, 2025

Presidential Action

Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

On January 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order to reinstate service members who were discharged solely for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The order directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to offer reinstatement to these individuals, allowing them to return to their previous rank and receive full back pay, benefits, and bonuses. It also permits service members who voluntarily left the military to avoid the vaccine mandate to return without any impact on their service status. This action aims to address what the order describes as an unfair and unnecessary burden imposed by the previous vaccine mandate. The order requires a progress report within 60 days to ensure its implementation.