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Withdrawing the United States from International Organizations, Conventions, and Treaties that Are Contrary to the Interests of the United States
President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum directing the withdrawal of the United States from various international organizations, conventions, and treaties deemed contrary to U.S. interests. This action follows Executive Order 14199, which initiated a review of U.S. involvement in international intergovernmental organizations and treaties. Based on the findings from the Secretary of State, the memorandum lists specific organizations, including both non-United Nations and United Nations entities, from which the U.S. will withdraw. The directive mandates all executive departments and agencies to take immediate steps to cease participation or funding, as legally permissible. The Secretary of State is tasked with providing further guidance on implementing these withdrawals.
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Oct 06, 2025
Decision of the President and Statement of Reasons on 2025 Ambler Road Appeal
Jun 13, 2025
Presidential Permit Authorizing the City of Laredo, Texas, to Expand and Continue to Maintain, and Operate a Vehicular Border Crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge Land Port of Entry
President Donald J. Trump has issued a permit allowing the City of Laredo, Texas, to expand and continue operating a vehicular border crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge. This permit authorizes the construction of two new 4-lane spans for commercial traffic, alongside the existing bridge, to facilitate cross-border movement. The permit includes conditions requiring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, environmental mitigation efforts, and coordination with relevant U.S. and Mexican authorities. It mandates that the City of Laredo provides necessary inspection facilities and infrastructure improvements at no cost to the federal government. The permit will expire in five years if construction has not commenced by then.
Jun 12, 2025
Stopping Radical Environmentalism to Generate Power for the Columbia River Basin
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the revocation of a previous presidential memorandum aimed at restoring fish populations in the Columbia River Basin. This action is intended to prioritize energy generation and lower living costs over environmental concerns, specifically opposing the breaching of four dams on the Lower Snake River, which would have reduced hydroelectric capacity. The memorandum instructs various federal departments to withdraw from a related legal agreement and halt the preparation of a supplemental environmental impact statement. These departments are also tasked with reporting back on actions taken under the previous memorandum and identifying steps to align with the current administration's policies.
Jun 09, 2025
Presidential Permit Authorizing Green Corridors, LLC, to Construct, Maintain, and Operate a Commercial Elevated Guideway Border Crossing Near Laredo, Texas, at the International Boundary Between the United States and Mexico
President Donald Trump has issued a permit to Green Corridors, LLC, allowing them to construct, maintain, and operate a commercial elevated guideway border crossing near Laredo, Texas, at the U.S.-Mexico border. This permit outlines specific conditions, including compliance with federal laws, environmental mitigation measures, and the need for various federal, state, and local approvals. It also requires Green Corridors to provide suitable inspection facilities and infrastructure improvements at no cost to the U.S. government. The permit mandates that construction cannot begin until diplomatic notes are exchanged with Mexico and all necessary approvals are obtained. The permit will expire if construction does not commence within five years.
May 09, 2025
Protecting the Great Lakes from Invasive Carp
President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum aimed at protecting the Great Lakes from the threat of invasive carp. The memorandum directs several federal agencies, including the Departments of the Interior, Commerce, and the Army, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency, to implement effective measures to prevent the spread of these invasive species. A key focus is the Brandon Road Interbasin Project in Illinois, which is designed to block carp from entering the Great Lakes. The memorandum urges the State of Illinois to expedite land acquisition and permitting processes to facilitate the project's construction. Additionally, federal agencies are instructed to streamline their own permitting and support research and infrastructure projects to manage and remove invasive carp.
May 09, 2025
Rescission of Useless Water Pressure Standards
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretary of Energy to rescind or amend water conservation regulations for various household and commercial appliances. These regulations, originally established under the Energy Policy Act of 1992, are criticized for making appliances more expensive and less functional. The directive targets standards related to water and energy use in dishwashers, faucets, showerheads, toilets, and washing machines. The memorandum also instructs the Secretary of Energy to clarify federal preemption waivers for state regulations on water use and to halt enforcement of these standards while changes are considered. Additionally, it calls for recommendations on potentially repealing the Energy Policy Act of 1992.
Apr 15, 2025
Updating Permitting Technology for the 21st Century
President Donald J. Trump has issued a directive to modernize the technology used in federal environmental permitting processes. This action aims to streamline and accelerate the review and approval of infrastructure projects by eliminating paper-based systems and enhancing interagency coordination. The directive mandates the creation of a Permitting Technology Action Plan, which will establish data and technology standards, improve software systems, and create a unified data system for environmental reviews. Additionally, a Permitting Innovation Center will be established to develop and test new tools and systems to further enhance the efficiency of the permitting process. The overall goal is to expedite project timelines while maintaining the quality of environmental reviews.