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Improving the Safety and Security of Biological Research
On May 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14292, aimed at improving the safety and security of biological research. The order mandates the cessation of federal funding for dangerous gain-of-function research conducted by foreign entities in countries with inadequate oversight, such as China, and establishes a framework for increased oversight and accountability in federally funded life-science research. It also requires the development of a strategy to manage risks associated with non-federally funded research and enhances public transparency and enforcement mechanisms. The purpose of this action is to prevent potential threats to public health and national security while maintaining the United States' leadership in biotechnology and health research.
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Apr 15, 2025
FRModernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base
Apr 15, 2025
FRReforming Foreign Defense Sales To Improve Speed and Accountability
Apr 09, 2025
Reforming Foreign Defense Sales to Improve Speed and Accountability
Apr 09, 2025
FRExtending the TikTok Enforcement Delay
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 03, 2025
FRThe Iron Dome for America
On January 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14186, titled "The Iron Dome for America." This order mandates the development and deployment of a next-generation missile defense shield to protect the United States against threats from ballistic, hypersonic, and advanced cruise missiles. The Secretary of Defense is tasked with creating a detailed plan within 60 days, outlining the architecture and requirements for this defense system, including space-based interceptors and non-kinetic capabilities. The order emphasizes enhancing cooperation with allies on missile defense and ensuring the U.S. maintains a secure second-strike capability.