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Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
President Donald Trump issued this presidential determination to certify that enough oil and petroleum products are available from countries other than Iran. Based on reports from the Energy Information Administration and other factors such as global economic conditions and strategic reserves, the determination says the market can support a significant reduction in purchases of Iranian petroleum made by or through foreign financial institutions. The action is issued under section 1245 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, which requires this kind of finding. It also directs the Secretary of State to publish the determination in the Federal Register and notes that the administration will continue monitoring the situation.
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Apr 20, 2026
FRPresidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Natural Gas Transmission, Processing, Storage, and Liquefied Natural Gas Capacity
President Donald Trump issued this determination to treat natural gas and liquefied natural gas infrastructure as essential to national defense under the Defense Production Act. The memo says key facilities — including pipelines, processing plants, storage sites, LNG export terminals, and related distribution systems — are necessary to support U.S. defense operations and allied energy security. It finds that private industry alone cannot build this capacity quickly enough because of financing problems, long equipment timelines, permitting delays, and infrastructure bottlenecks. Based on that finding, Trump authorizes the Energy Department to use federal purchases, commitments, and financial support to help expand domestic natural gas transmission, processing, storage, and LNG capacity, while waiving certain usual legal requirements because of the declared national energy emergency.
Apr 20, 2026
FRPresidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Development, Manufacturing, and Deployment of Large-Scale Energy and Energy‑Related Infrastructure
President Donald Trump issued this determination to invoke the Defense Production Act in support of large-scale energy and energy-related infrastructure. The memo says the United States needs stronger domestic capacity to develop, manufacture, and deploy major energy projects, including engineering, site preparation, permitting, manufacturing capacity, and related infrastructure, and declares these resources essential to national defense. It states that private industry alone cannot deliver this fast enough because of financing risks, regulatory delays, and market barriers. The order authorizes the Secretary of Energy to use tools under Section 303 of the Defense Production Act — including purchases, commitments, and financial support — and waives certain statutory requirements on the grounds of the national energy emergency Trump previously declared.
Apr 20, 2026
FRPresidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Grid Infrastructure, Equipment, and Supply Chain Capacity
President Donald Trump issued this determination to treat key electric grid equipment and the supply chains behind it as essential to national defense under Section 303 of the Defense Production Act. The memo says the United States lacks enough domestic capacity to quickly produce items like transformers, transmission components, substations, circuit breakers, electrical steel, and related manufacturing tools, leaving the country too dependent on foreign sources and vulnerable during emergencies. It authorizes the Secretary of Energy to use Defense Production Act powers to make purchases, commitments, and provide financial support to expand U.S. production and deployment of this grid infrastructure. Trump says the action was issued because an aging, constrained grid and weak supply chains threaten defense readiness and fit within the national energy emergency he declared on January 20, 2025.
Oct 31, 2025
FRPresidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2026
President Donald Trump issued a determination allowing the admission of up to 7,500 refugees to the United States during Fiscal Year 2026. This decision is justified by humanitarian concerns and national interest. The refugee admissions will primarily focus on Afrikaners from South Africa and other individuals facing illegal or unjust discrimination in their home countries. The determination is subject to strict identification verification and security measures as outlined in related executive orders. The Secretary of State is tasked with publishing this determination in the Federal Register.
Oct 31, 2025
FRPresidential Determination on Transferring the United States Program of Initial Refugee Resettlement
President Donald Trump has issued a determination to transfer the administration of the United States' initial refugee resettlement program to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), specifically the Office of Refugee Resettlement. This move centralizes the responsibilities for domestic resettlement under one agency to eliminate duplication and improve coordination with state and local jurisdictions. The decision aims to align with the original structure set by the Refugee Act of 1980, ensuring efficient use of resources and better oversight. The Secretary of State and HHS are directed to coordinate the transfer of responsibilities and resources necessary for this change.
Sep 17, 2025
FRPresidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2026
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum identifying major drug transit or illicit drug-producing countries for Fiscal Year 2026. The memorandum lists countries such as Afghanistan, Mexico, and Colombia, among others, based on geographic and economic factors that facilitate drug transit or production. It designates Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, and Venezuela as having failed to meet international counternarcotics obligations. This action underscores the administration's commitment to combating the national emergency caused by drug trafficking and opioid overdoses, which are a leading cause of death in the U.S. The President also highlights efforts to secure borders and enhance cooperation with neighboring countries to address these issues.
Sep 04, 2025
FRContinuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
On August 29, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to extend certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act concerning Cuba. This action continues the existing regulations, known as the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, for another year, until September 14, 2026. The decision is based on the determination that maintaining these measures is in the national interest of the United States. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with publishing this determination in the Federal Register.
Aug 15, 2025
FRContinuation of U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance to the Government of Colombia
On August 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a determination to continue U.S. assistance to Colombia for drug interdiction efforts. This action certifies that intercepting aircraft suspected of drug trafficking in Colombian airspace is necessary due to the severe threat posed by drug trafficking to Colombia's national security. It also confirms that Colombia has procedures in place to minimize the risk to innocent lives during such operations. The Secretary of State is tasked with publishing this determination and notifying Congress.
Aug 15, 2025
FRPresidential Determination and Certification with Respect to the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008
On August 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a presidential determination regarding the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008. This action waives the prohibition on military assistance to Turkey under section 404(a) of the Act, citing it as being in the national interest of the United States. The determination certifies that Turkey is taking effective and ongoing measures to address the issue of child soldiers. The Secretary of State is directed to submit this determination to Congress and ensure its publication in the Federal Register.
Aug 15, 2025
FRExtension of Waiver of Section 907 of the FREEDOM Support Act with Respect to Assistance to the Government of Azerbaijan
President Donald Trump has extended the waiver of Section 907 of the FREEDOM Support Act, allowing continued U.S. assistance to the Government of Azerbaijan. This action is deemed necessary to support U.S. efforts in countering international terrorism and ensuring the operational readiness of U.S. Armed Forces and coalition partners. Additionally, the waiver aims to enhance Azerbaijan's border security without undermining peace negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan or being used offensively against Armenia. The Secretary of State is directed to publish this determination and inform Congress accordingly.
Aug 15, 2025
FREstablishing a Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity Working Group
President Donald Trump has issued a directive to establish a working group called the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP). This initiative, led by the Secretary of State, aims to enhance economic connectivity in the South Caucasus region. The working group is to be formed within 180 days and is envisioned as a lasting symbol of peace and prosperity. The directive is officially documented and published in the Federal Register.
May 29, 2025
FRPresidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
On May 12, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a presidential determination under the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012. This action confirms that there is a sufficient global supply of petroleum from countries other than Iran, allowing for a significant reduction in the purchase of Iranian petroleum by foreign financial institutions. The determination is based on reports from the Energy Information Administration and other factors such as global economic conditions and strategic reserves. The Secretary of State is tasked with publishing this determination in the Federal Register.