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Construction of Arctic Security Cutters
President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum directing the construction of up to four Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs) to address national security threats in the Arctic region. The memorandum acknowledges that the current U.S. Coast Guard fleet is inadequate to meet operational demands, posing a risk to U.S. sovereignty and interests. It allows for the temporary construction of these vessels in foreign shipyards, with a plan to eventually bring this expertise back to the U.S. The directive is a time-limited measure, set to terminate in four years unless extended, and aims to fill a critical capability gap while maintaining future investment in the U.S. industrial base.
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Oct 06, 2025
Decision of the President and Statement of Reasons on 2025 Ambler Road Appeal
Jun 30, 2025
Simplifying the Funding of Energy Infrastructure and Critical Mineral and Material Projects
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to streamline the funding process for energy infrastructure and critical mineral and material projects. The action requires federal agencies to share information with the National Energy Dominance Council to eliminate redundant diligence processes and improve strategic investment. Agencies must seek consent from applicants to share relevant information and are directed to develop a common application for federal funding opportunities within 180 days. This aims to simplify the application process, reduce the burden on applicants, and enable faster, more efficient funding decisions.
Jun 20, 2025
Presidential Permit Authorizing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to Expand and Continue to Maintain and Operate a Vehicular and Pedestrian Border Crossing at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry
President Donald Trump has issued a presidential permit allowing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to expand and maintain the vehicular and pedestrian border crossing at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry. This permit authorizes the construction of additional vehicle lanes and related infrastructure to facilitate border crossing between the United States and Mexico. The permit includes conditions for construction, maintenance, and operation, requiring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as environmental regulations. It mandates inspections by relevant agencies and stipulates that any changes to the facilities must be approved by the President. The permit is valid for five years, contingent on the commencement of construction within that period.
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.
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.