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Keeping Education Accessible and Ending Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools
President Donald Trump has issued an order to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools, emphasizing that educational access should not be contingent on vaccination status. The order directs that federal funds should not support educational institutions that require COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person attendance. It mandates the Secretary of Education to issue guidelines on respecting parental authority and religious freedom concerning these mandates. Additionally, the Secretary of Education, in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, must develop a plan to eliminate coercive mandates, including identifying non-compliant institutions and potentially withdrawing federal funding from them.
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Feb 14, 2025
FREliminating the Federal Executive Institute
Feb 14, 2025
FREnding Procurement and Forced Use of Paper Straws
Feb 14, 2025
FRPausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement To Further American Economic and National Security
Feb 14, 2025
FRImplementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative
On February 11, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14210 to implement the "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative. This order aims to streamline the federal workforce by reducing its size through efficiency improvements and attrition, mandating that agencies hire no more than one new employee for every four that leave, with exceptions for public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement roles. Agency heads are instructed to develop data-driven hiring plans and prepare for potential large-scale reductions in force, prioritizing non-essential functions. The order also calls for revisions to hiring criteria and requires agencies to report on potential eliminations or consolidations of statutory entities.
Feb 13, 2025
Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission
On February 13, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission. The commission aims to address the critical health challenges facing Americans, particularly the rising rates of chronic diseases and mental health disorders. Chaired by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the commission includes various federal officials and is tasked with studying and advising on the childhood chronic disease crisis. It will focus on identifying contributing factors such as diet, environmental influences, and medical treatments, and will provide recommendations to improve the nation's health outcomes. The commission is expected to deliver an initial assessment and strategy within 180 days to guide policy and strategy changes.
Feb 12, 2025
FREradicating Anti-Christian Bias
On February 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14202, titled "Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias," to protect religious freedoms and address perceived anti-Christian actions by the previous administration. The order establishes a Task Force within the Department of Justice, chaired by the Attorney General, to identify and rectify any unlawful anti-Christian policies or practices. The Task Force will review activities across various federal agencies, recommend corrective actions, and develop strategies to safeguard religious liberties. It is tasked with submitting reports on its progress and findings to the President, with an initial report due within 120 days. The Task Force is set to operate for two years unless extended by the President.
Feb 12, 2025
FREstablishment of the White House Faith Office
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the White House Faith Office. This office is designed to empower faith-based entities, community organizations, and houses of worship to better serve families and communities. It aims to ensure these groups can compete fairly for federal grants and contracts, while also protecting religious liberty. The office will work within the Executive Office of the President and collaborate with various federal agencies to support initiatives that align with its mission. Additionally, the order amends previous executive orders to reflect these changes and emphasizes the importance of religious freedom and non-discrimination.
Feb 12, 2025
FRProtecting Second Amendment Rights
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14206 titled "Protecting Second Amendment Rights." This order directs the Attorney General to review and assess all executive actions, regulations, and policies from January 2021 to January 2025 that might infringe on Second Amendment rights. The Attorney General is tasked with developing a plan to protect these rights and must consider various aspects, including past presidential actions, Department of Justice rules, and ongoing litigation related to firearms. The goal is to ensure that the right to keep and bear arms is not infringed, as it is deemed essential for the security and liberty of Americans.
Feb 12, 2025
FRImposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court
On February 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14203, imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC). The order blocks property and assets of ICC officials and restricts their entry into the United States, responding to the ICC's investigations and arrest warrants against U.S. and Israeli personnel, which the U.S. deems illegitimate. The action is justified by the claim that such ICC activities threaten U.S. national security and sovereignty, as neither the U.S. nor Israel recognizes the ICC's jurisdiction. The order aims to protect U.S. and allied personnel from what is seen as overreach by the ICC.
Feb 12, 2025
FRAddressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14204, which addresses actions by the Republic of South Africa that the U.S. deems egregious. The order responds to South Africa's Expropriation Act 13 of 2024, which allows the government to seize agricultural property from ethnic minority Afrikaners without compensation. The executive order mandates that the United States halt aid to South Africa and actively support the resettlement of Afrikaner refugees facing racial discrimination. Additionally, it directs U.S. agencies to prioritize humanitarian relief efforts for these refugees.
Feb 12, 2025
FRGulf of America Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed February 9, 2025, as the first Gulf of America Day. This proclamation follows his Executive Order 14172, which directed the renaming of the U.S. Continental Shelf area previously known as the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. The renaming is part of an initiative to honor and restore pride in America's historical significance and greatness. The proclamation encourages public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
Feb 12, 2025
One Voice for America’s Foreign Relations
On February 12, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "One Voice for America’s Foreign Relations," which emphasizes the President's constitutional authority over U.S. foreign policy. The order mandates that all officers and employees involved in implementing foreign policy must do so under the President's direction, with failure to comply being grounds for disciplinary action. It tasks the Secretary of State with reforming the Foreign Service to ensure alignment with the President's foreign policy agenda, including changes in recruitment, performance evaluation, and training. The Secretary is given the discretion to revise or replace existing guidelines to achieve these reforms. The order clarifies that it should be executed in accordance with existing laws and does not create enforceable legal rights.
Feb 11, 2025
FRAmendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China
On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14200, amending a previous order related to the synthetic opioid supply chain in China. This amendment focuses on the duty-free de minimis treatment for certain articles, specifying that this treatment will end once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariffs. The order aims to enhance the U.S. government's ability to manage and collect revenue from tariffs on goods linked to the synthetic opioid supply chain from China. The order is to be implemented in accordance with existing laws and available funding.
Feb 11, 2025
FRKeeping Men Out of Women's Sports
On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14201, titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports." The order mandates that educational institutions receiving federal funding must ensure fair athletic opportunities for women and girls, as intended by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972. It directs the Secretary of Education to enforce policies that reserve women's sports for biological females and rescind funding from programs that fail to comply. The order also calls for a review of international sports policies to promote fairness and safety for female athletes and aims to prevent males from participating in women's sports categories.
Feb 11, 2025
Implementing The President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Workforce Optimization Initiative
President Donald Trump has issued an order to implement the "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative aimed at transforming the Federal bureaucracy to enhance accountability and efficiency. The order mandates a hiring ratio where agencies can hire one new employee for every four that leave, with exceptions for roles related to public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement. Agency heads are required to develop strategic hiring plans in collaboration with designated leaders from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and prepare for potential large-scale reductions in force, prioritizing non-essential functions. Additionally, the order calls for revisions to hiring suitability criteria and the development of agency reorganization plans to identify potential eliminations or consolidations. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce government waste and improve productivity.
Feb 11, 2025
President Trump Announces the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board
President Donald J. Trump has announced the formation of the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB), appointing a group of individuals to provide guidance on national security challenges. The board is intended to ensure that the Intelligence Community aligns with the President’s America First agenda. The appointees, including Devin Gerald Nunes as Chair, are selected for their diverse experience and intellect to help restore integrity within the Intelligence Community.
Feb 11, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into The United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation to adjust tariffs on aluminum imports to the United States, increasing the tariff rate from 10% to 25% ad valorem. This action aims to address concerns that aluminum imports continue to threaten national security by undermining domestic production capacities. The proclamation terminates previous agreements with countries like Argentina, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the EU, and the UK, subjecting their aluminum imports to the revised tariff rate. It also ends the product exclusion process, ensuring that high import volumes do not undermine national security objectives. The adjustments are intended to bolster the U.S. aluminum industry by encouraging domestic production and reducing reliance on foreign imports.
Feb 10, 2025
FRA Plan for Establishing a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund
On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14196 to initiate the creation of a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund. The order directs the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Commerce, in collaboration with the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, to develop a comprehensive plan for the fund. This plan is to include recommendations on funding mechanisms, investment strategies, fund structure, and governance, and must be submitted to the President within 90 days. The purpose of establishing this fund is to enhance the financial health of the nation, reduce tax burdens on families and small businesses, secure economic stability for future generations, and strengthen U.S. economic and strategic leadership globally.