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Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs across our Northern Border
President Donald Trump issued an amendment to existing executive orders concerning the flow of illicit drugs across the U.S.-Canada border. This amendment modifies the duty-free de minimis treatment for certain goods, allowing it only until the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently collect applicable tariff revenues. The amendment aims to tighten control over goods entering the U.S. to better address drug trafficking issues. It clarifies that the order does not affect existing legal authorities or create enforceable rights against the government.
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Mar 02, 2025
Amendment to Duties to Address the Situation at our Southern Border
Mar 01, 2025
Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber
Feb 28, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Ukraine
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 26, 2025
FRDefending American Companies and Innovators From Overseas Extortion and Unfair Fines and Penalties
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum aimed at protecting American companies from what he describes as unfair foreign taxes and regulations, particularly in the technology sector. The directive instructs the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Commerce, and the United States Trade Representative to identify and counteract foreign measures that disproportionately burden American businesses. The memorandum outlines a policy to impose tariffs and other actions against countries that levy discriminatory taxes or regulations on U.S. companies. It also calls for investigations into specific digital services taxes and other practices by foreign governments that may undermine the competitiveness of American companies. The goal is to ensure that American economic interests and national security are not compromised by foreign policies deemed extortive or anti-competitive.
Feb 25, 2025
Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Copper
President Donald Trump has issued an order to investigate the national security implications of copper imports into the United States. This action is driven by concerns over the country's increasing reliance on foreign sources for copper, which is critical for defense, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with assessing the impact of copper imports on national security, considering factors such as domestic production capacity and foreign market dominance. The investigation will evaluate the risks associated with concentrated foreign supply chains and the potential for foreign market manipulation. A report with findings and recommendations, including possible tariffs or incentives to boost domestic production, is due within 270 days.
Feb 25, 2025
Making America Healthy Again by Empowering Patients with Clear, Accurate, and Actionable Healthcare Pricing Information
President Donald Trump has issued an order aimed at enhancing healthcare price transparency to empower patients with clear and actionable pricing information. This directive builds on previous efforts by mandating hospitals and health plans to provide detailed pricing data, including actual prices for services and prescription drugs, in a standardized and easily comparable format. The order instructs the Secretaries of Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services to enforce these transparency regulations, ensuring compliance and improving enforcement policies. The goal is to support a competitive and affordable healthcare system by providing patients with the information they need to make informed decisions.
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
FREnding Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14218 on February 19, 2025, titled "Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders." The order directs federal agencies to identify and adjust programs that currently allow illegal aliens to receive taxpayer-funded benefits, ensuring compliance with existing laws like the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. It mandates enhanced verification systems to prevent ineligible individuals from accessing these benefits and seeks to prevent federal funds from supporting sanctuary policies. Additionally, the order requires agencies to report any improper use of federal benefits to the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security for further action.
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 21, 2025
America First Investment Policy
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum titled "America First Investment Policy," which aims to enhance U.S. national and economic security by promoting foreign investment from allies while restricting investments from adversaries, particularly China. The policy seeks to maintain an open investment environment to foster growth in emerging technologies within the U.S., but imposes restrictions on foreign investments in critical sectors like technology and infrastructure to prevent exploitation by adversaries. The memorandum establishes a "fast-track" process to facilitate investments from allied nations and mandates expedited environmental reviews for large investments. Additionally, it strengthens the role of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to limit adversarial investments and protect key American assets. The action underscores the administration's commitment to safeguarding U.S. interests against foreign threats while encouraging beneficial foreign investments.
Feb 20, 2025
FREstablishing the National Energy Dominance Council
On February 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President. The Council is tasked with advising the President on strategies to enhance America's energy production and achieve energy dominance. It will focus on improving energy-related processes, cutting unnecessary regulations, and fostering private sector investments. The Secretary of the Interior will chair the Council, with the Secretary of Energy serving as Vice Chair, and it includes various high-level government officials. The Council aims to coordinate efforts to expand reliable and affordable energy production, thereby supporting economic growth and national security.
Feb 19, 2025
FRReciprocal Trade and Tariffs
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum titled "Reciprocal Trade and Tariffs" on February 13, 2025, directing key government officials to address the United States' trade deficit by implementing a "Fair and Reciprocal Plan." This plan aims to counter non-reciprocal trading arrangements by evaluating and potentially imposing reciprocal tariffs on foreign trading partners. The memorandum instructs the Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to investigate and report on unfair trade practices, such as tariffs, taxes, and non-tariff barriers, that disadvantage U.S. businesses and workers. The goal is to ensure fair competition and improve the U.S. trade balance by making international trade more balanced and equitable.
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.
Feb 18, 2025
Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending
President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum directing the heads of executive departments and agencies to publicly disclose detailed information about terminated programs, canceled contracts, and discontinued grants. This action aims to maximize transparency regarding federal spending that is deemed wasteful or not in the national interest. By making these details public, the memorandum seeks to ensure that taxpayers are informed about how their money has been used and to hold the government accountable for spending decisions. The directive emphasizes compliance with existing laws and regulations while promoting the administration's policies.
Feb 18, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Aluminum Into the United States
On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Proclamation 10895, which increases tariffs on aluminum imports to the United States from 10% to 25%. This action is intended to address the continued high levels of aluminum imports that threaten national security by undermining domestic production. The proclamation also terminates previous agreements with countries like Canada, Mexico, and the European Union, subjecting their aluminum imports to the new tariff rate. Additionally, it ends the product exclusion process that allowed certain imports to bypass tariffs, aiming to bolster the U.S. aluminum industry and ensure national security objectives are met.
Feb 18, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States
On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation to adjust imports of steel into the United States, citing national security concerns. The action reinstates a 25 percent tariff on steel imports from several countries, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the EU, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, and the UK, effective March 12, 2025. The proclamation terminates previous exemptions and alternative agreements with these countries, which were deemed ineffective in addressing the threat to U.S. national security. Additionally, the proclamation ends the product exclusion process that allowed certain steel imports to bypass tariffs, aiming to strengthen domestic steel production and maintain a target capacity utilization rate of at least 80 percent.