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Day of Celebration in Honor of the Life of Henry Clay, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring April 12, 2026, a day of celebration honoring the life of Henry Clay on what would have been Clay’s 249th birthday. The proclamation praises Clay’s service as a Congressman, Speaker of the House, Senator, and Secretary of State, and highlights his role in promoting the “American System,” including protective tariffs, a national financial structure, and federal support for infrastructure. It also directs the White House Office of Administration to redesignate Room 208 of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building — the historic office of the Secretary of State — as the Henry Clay Room. The action was issued to recognize Clay’s legacy, patriotism, and contributions to American unity and economic strength during the nation’s 250th year of independence.
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Oct 22, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses Into the United States
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation to impose tariffs on imports of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), their parts, and buses to safeguard U.S. national security. Following a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which identified significant import penetration and dependency on foreign suppliers as threats, the President authorized a 25% tariff on MHDVs and parts, and a 10% tariff on buses. This action aims to strengthen domestic manufacturing, secure supply chains, and maintain military readiness by reducing reliance on foreign imports. The proclamation also includes provisions for importers to potentially offset these tariffs based on U.S. content in their products.
Oct 17, 2025
Adjusting Imports Of Medium- And Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- And Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, And Buses Into The United States
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation imposing tariffs on imports of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), their parts, and buses to protect national security. The action follows a report by the Secretary of Commerce, which found that these imports threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic manufacturing capabilities essential for military and emergency operations. The proclamation sets a 25% duty on MHDVs and key parts, and a 10% duty on buses, effective November 1, 2025. The tariffs aim to strengthen domestic supply chains, boost industrial resilience, and encourage investment in U.S. manufacturing. Additionally, the proclamation establishes processes for adjusting these tariffs and ensuring compliance with national security objectives.
Oct 09, 2025
FRFire Prevention Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed October 5 through October 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week. This proclamation urges households and communities to prioritize fire prevention and safety measures, acknowledging the bravery of firefighters and first responders. The proclamation highlights recent challenges with fire disasters and outlines steps taken by the administration, such as consolidating wildland fire programs and using new technology for better wildfire response. It also encourages families to implement fire safety practices like having an escape plan and regularly testing alarms. The week is dedicated to enhancing fire safety awareness and expressing gratitude to those who protect communities from fires.
Oct 06, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Timber, Lumber, and Their Derivative Products Into the United States
On September 29, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10976, which imposes tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products into the United States. This action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that the current levels and conditions of wood product imports threaten to impair U.S. national security by weakening the domestic wood industry. The proclamation establishes a 10% tariff on softwood timber and lumber, and a 25% tariff on certain upholstered wooden products, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, with increases scheduled for January 2026. The tariffs aim to strengthen domestic production, enhance industrial resilience, and ensure that the U.S. can meet its national defense and critical infrastructure needs.
Oct 06, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Timber, Lumber, and Their Derivative Products Into the United States
On September 29, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10976, which imposes tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products to protect national security. The action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, who found that the current levels and conditions of these imports threaten the U.S. economy and national security by weakening the domestic wood industry. The proclamation establishes a 10% tariff on softwood timber and lumber and a 25% tariff on certain upholstered wooden products and kitchen cabinets, with increases planned for 2026 unless agreements with certain countries are reached. The aim is to strengthen domestic production capacity, safeguard critical infrastructure, and reduce reliance on foreign imports.
Sep 29, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Timber, Lumber, and their Derivative Products into the United States
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation imposing tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products to protect national security. The action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that the current level and circumstances of wood product imports threaten to impair national security by weakening the domestic wood industry. The proclamation sets tariffs of 10% on softwood timber and lumber, and 25% on certain upholstered wooden products and kitchen cabinets, with future increases planned. The aim is to bolster domestic production, reduce foreign dependence, and ensure the U.S. can meet demands critical to national defense and infrastructure. The proclamation also outlines processes for monitoring imports and adjusting tariffs as necessary.
Aug 05, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Copper Into the United States
On July 30, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10962 to adjust imports of copper into the United States. This action imposes a 50% tariff on all imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. The decision follows a report by the Secretary of Commerce, which found that the current levels of copper imports threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities. The proclamation aims to bolster domestic copper production, reduce reliance on foreign imports, and strengthen national security by ensuring a stable supply of this critical material for infrastructure and defense systems.
Aug 01, 2025
FRMade in America Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed July 20 through July 26, 2025, as Made in America Week. This proclamation aims to celebrate and promote American manufacturing, innovation, and craftsmanship. The President highlights efforts to modernize trade agreements, support domestic production, and enforce truthful labeling of "Made in the U.S.A." products. The proclamation underscores the administration's commitment to boosting American industries and workers by attracting investments and enhancing the nation's manufacturing capabilities. Through these initiatives, the administration seeks to strengthen the U.S. economy and uphold American sovereignty.
Jul 30, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Copper into the United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. This action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that current copper import levels threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities essential for defense and infrastructure. The proclamation aims to reduce reliance on foreign copper, bolster domestic production, and strengthen supply chains critical to national security. Additionally, the Secretary of Commerce is tasked with monitoring copper imports and may recommend further actions to ensure national security is not compromised. The proclamation also outlines procedures for identifying and imposing tariffs on certain copper derivatives to prevent circumvention of these measures.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Iron Ore Processing Security
President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10958 to provide regulatory relief for taconite iron ore processing facilities. This action exempts certain facilities from compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's Taconite Rule for two years beyond the original deadlines. The proclamation argues that the required emissions-control technologies are not commercially viable and that enforcing the rule could disrupt domestic steel production, which is crucial for national defense and industrial supply chains. The exemption aims to maintain the United States' industrial capacity and national security.
Jul 17, 2025
Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote American Chemical Manufacturing Security
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from certain compliance requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency's HON Rule for specific chemical manufacturing facilities. This action is taken because the technologies required by the HON Rule are not available in a commercially viable form, making compliance by the original deadlines impractical. The exemption aims to support the national security interests of the United States by ensuring the continued operation of these facilities, which are crucial to maintaining domestic chemical production and reducing reliance on foreign sources. The affected facilities, listed in Annex I of the proclamation, will continue to follow existing standards prior to the HON Rule during this exemption period.
Jun 09, 2025
FRAgency Information Collection Activities: Information Collection Renewal; Comment Request; Survey of OCC-Supervised Community Banks
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation on June 3, 2025, to adjust tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum into the United States. This action increases the tariff rate from 25% to 50% ad valorem on steel and aluminum articles, including their derivatives, effective June 4, 2025. The decision aims to counteract foreign countries that are offloading low-priced steel and aluminum into the U.S. market, which threatens the national security by undermining the competitiveness of domestic industries. The proclamation also outlines specific measures for imports from the United Kingdom under a new economic deal, maintaining the previous 25% tariff rate for these imports.
May 28, 2025
FRNational Maritime Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring May 22, 2025, as National Maritime Day. This proclamation honors the United States Merchant Marine for their critical role in national defense and economic strength, highlighting their contributions from historical events like World War II to current global trade. The proclamation calls on Americans to observe the day by displaying the U.S. flag and requests that all American-flagged ships dress ship. This annual observance commemorates the first transoceanic voyage by a steamship, the S.S. Savannah, in 1819.
May 08, 2025
FRNational Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed May 4 through May 10, 2025, as National Hurricane Preparedness Week. This proclamation aims to raise awareness about the dangers posed by hurricanes and encourages citizens, especially those in coastal and at-risk areas, to prepare emergency plans and supplies. The proclamation highlights the importance of readiness to prevent loss of life and emphasizes local authorities' roles in resilience and rapid-response efforts. President Trump urges households to assess their risk and develop comprehensive disaster preparedness plans as hurricane season approaches.
Jan 29, 2025
FRDeclaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border of the United States
On January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border of the United States. This proclamation authorizes the use of the Armed Forces to support the Department of Homeland Security in achieving full operational control of the border. It directs the construction of additional physical barriers and the deployment of military personnel to assist with border security operations. The proclamation also calls for a review and potential revision of policies to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure the safety of security personnel. Additionally, it revokes a previous proclamation that terminated the emergency status at the border.