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Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit
On March 13, 2026, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14393, titled "Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit." This order aims to enhance the availability and affordability of mortgage credit by reducing regulatory burdens, particularly for community and smaller banks. It directs several federal agencies to consider revising existing regulations and supervisory guidance to streamline mortgage lending processes, modernize appraisal standards, and promote digital mortgage practices. The order also seeks to encourage competition among lenders and improve housing finance liquidity, ultimately facilitating better access to homeownership for creditworthy borrowers, including those in rural and low- to moderate-income households.
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Mar 18, 2026
FRRemoving Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Home Construction
Aug 12, 2025
FRDemocratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401(k) Investors
Aug 07, 2025
Democratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401(K) Investors
Apr 18, 2025
FRRestoring Common Sense to Federal Office Space Management
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14274 on April 15, 2025, titled "Restoring Common Sense to Federal Office Space Management." This order revokes two previous executive orders—Executive Order 12072 from 1978 and Executive Order 13006 from 1996—that prioritized locating federal facilities in central business districts and historic properties. The new directive allows federal agencies to choose more cost-effective locations for their facilities, aiming to enhance efficiency and service delivery to American taxpayers. Additionally, it instructs the Administrator of General Services to amend relevant regulations to align with this order.
Apr 18, 2025
FRRestoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement
On April 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14275, titled "Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement." This order mandates a comprehensive reform of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which governs how the federal government purchases goods and services. The order aims to streamline the procurement process by eliminating unnecessary regulations, thereby reducing inefficiencies and costs. It directs the Administrator of the Office of Federal Public Procurement Policy, along with other key officials, to amend the FAR to include only essential provisions and to consider a regulatory sunset for non-statutory provisions. This initiative is part of a broader policy to enhance the agility and effectiveness of federal procurement.
Apr 03, 2025
FREstablishing the United States Investment Accelerator
On March 31, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the United States Investment Accelerator within the Department of Commerce. This new office aims to facilitate and expedite investments over $1 billion by helping investors navigate regulatory processes and reducing regulatory burdens where possible. The Investment Accelerator will also work to enhance access to national resources, promote research collaborations, and coordinate with state governments to boost both domestic and foreign investment. The initiative is part of a broader policy to modernize investment processes and stimulate economic growth in the United States.
Mar 25, 2025
FREliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14240 to streamline federal procurement processes by consolidating them under the General Services Administration (GSA). The order mandates that federal agencies submit proposals to transfer procurement of common goods and services to the GSA, aiming to eliminate waste and duplication. The GSA is tasked with creating a comprehensive plan to manage these procurements government-wide, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) will designate the GSA as the executive agent for government-wide IT acquisition contracts. This action is intended to enhance efficiency and save taxpayer dollars by centralizing procurement functions.
Mar 03, 2025
FRImplementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Cost Efficiency Initiative
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14222 to implement the "Department of Government Efficiency" Cost Efficiency Initiative. This order mandates federal agencies to enhance transparency and accountability in government spending by creating centralized systems to record and justify payments made under federal contracts and grants. Agencies are instructed to review and potentially modify existing contracts to cut costs and increase efficiency. Additionally, the order requires agencies to justify non-essential travel and temporarily freeze credit card use, while also assessing real property leases for potential termination. The initiative aims to ensure responsible use of taxpayer money and improve governmental operations.
Feb 26, 2025
Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Cost Efficiency Initiative
President Donald Trump issued an executive order to enhance transparency and accountability in federal spending through the "Department of Government Efficiency" initiative. The order mandates each federal agency to establish a centralized system to record and justify payments made under federal contracts, grants, and loans, excluding certain critical areas like law enforcement and military spending. Agency heads are tasked with reviewing and potentially modifying existing contracts to cut costs and improve efficiency, with a focus on preventing waste, fraud, and abuse. Additionally, the order requires agencies to justify non-essential travel and temporarily freeze credit card use, except for critical services. This initiative aims to ensure government spending is transparent and accountable to taxpayers.
Feb 25, 2025
FRCommencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy
On February 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14217, titled "Commencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy." This order aims to significantly reduce the size of the federal government by eliminating non-essential components and minimizing statutory functions of certain governmental entities, such as the Presidio Trust and the United States Institute of Peace. The order mandates that the heads of these entities report compliance and justify their statutory necessities within 14 days. Additionally, it calls for the termination of specific Federal Advisory Committees and programs, including the Presidential Management Fellows Program, to cut government waste and enhance accountability.
Feb 25, 2025
FREnsuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Deregulatory Initiative
On February 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14219, which aims to streamline government operations by focusing on lawful governance and reducing regulatory burdens. The order directs agency heads to review existing regulations to ensure they align with constitutional and statutory authority, and to identify those that may be unconstitutional, unlawfully delegated, or economically burdensome. Agencies must prioritize the review of significant regulatory actions and report their findings to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within 60 days. The order also emphasizes the de-prioritization of enforcement actions for regulations that exceed federal powers or lack statutory backing, while encouraging the development of a Unified Regulatory Agenda to rescind or modify identified regulations.
Feb 24, 2025
FREnsuring Accountability for All Agencies
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14215, titled "Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies," to enhance presidential supervision and control over federal agencies, including independent regulatory agencies. The order mandates that all significant regulatory actions be submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review before publication, aiming to ensure that these agencies are accountable to the President and, through him, to the American people. It also requires independent regulatory agencies to consult regularly with key White House offices and establishes performance standards for agency heads. This order seeks to unify and streamline the execution of federal law by reinforcing the President's oversight of executive branch activities.
Feb 19, 2025
Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Regulatory Initiative
President Donald Trump issued an order to streamline and ensure the legality of federal regulations, focusing on eliminating those that are unconstitutional or exceed statutory authority. The directive instructs agency heads to review and identify regulations that may be unlawful, overly burdensome, or not in the national interest, with a 60-day deadline to report findings. The order emphasizes prioritizing enforcement resources on regulations that align with constitutional and statutory mandates, while de-prioritizing those that do not. Additionally, it outlines a process for creating new regulations, requiring consultation with the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) Team Leads and adherence to existing review protocols. The order aims to reduce federal overreach and reinforce the constitutional separation of powers.
Jan 24, 2025
FRHelping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback
On January 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14145, titled "Helping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback." This order directs a coordinated federal effort to support economically distressed and disaster-affected communities by enhancing accessibility to federal programs and resources. It mandates the Department of Commerce, along with other federal agencies, to improve community engagement, facilitate private investments, and provide technical assistance to these communities. The order also emphasizes promoting disaster resilience and long-term economic development by identifying funding opportunities and supporting grant application processes. This initiative aims to strengthen regional assets and reduce inequality through a whole-of-government approach.