Agriculture Directives
Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness
President Trump issued an executive order to restore American seafood competitiveness.
The order aims to address unfair trade practices, reduce excessive regulations burdening the fishing industry, improve data collection for effective management, and promote the consumption of domestically produced seafood.
Specific actions include reviewing and revising regulations, modernizing data collection, developing a comprehensive seafood trade strategy, addressing unfair trade practices and IUU fishing, and reviewing existing marine national monuments for the possibility of opening to commercial fishing.
Regulating Imports with a Reciprocal Tariff to Rectify Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits
President Trump declared a national emergency due to substantial and persistent US goods trade deficits, citing a lack of reciprocity in trade relationships, unfair trade practices by other countries and the negative impacts on US economic and national security.
The President issued an executive order imposing an initial 10% ad valorem duty on all imports, with higher duties for specific countries based on their trade practices.
The order included provisions for exceptions, modification based on later developments and reporting requirements to Congress.
This action aims to restore balance in global trade and strengthen domestic production.
Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs
President Trump's March 27, 2025 executive order excludes numerous federal agencies and subdivisions from the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute.
The order claims this exclusion is necessary for national security reasons, impacting intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work.
It amends Executive Order 12171 and delegates authority to the Secretaries of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Transportation to make further exclusions.
The order also requires a review of agencies not currently excluded and mandates changes to related employee assignments and grievance processes.
Excluded agencies and subdivisions primarily serve roles within the Departments of State, Defense, Treasury, Veterans Affairs, Justice, Homeland Security, Interior, Energy, Agriculture, and Commerce, as well as several independent agencies.
Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber
President's order directs the Secretary of Commerce to investigate the national security implications of imported timber, lumber, and their derivative products.
The order cites vulnerabilities in the domestic wood supply chain, emphasizing the industry's critical role in national security and economic strength.
The investigation will assess various factors, including domestic production capacity, foreign competition, and government subsidies.
This action aims to ensure a reliable and secure domestic supply chain and may lead to measures such as tariffs or quotas.
Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production
This Presidential order mandates the expansion of domestic timber production by directing federal agencies to simplify approval processes, address regulatory hurdles, and increase the annual amount of timber offered for sale from federal lands.
The actions aim to bolster the timber industry, create jobs, enhance national security, and improve forest management practices to mitigate wildfire risks.
The involved agencies are instructed to report their progress via a series of deadlines spanning from 30 to 280 days.
America First Investment Policy
The Presidential memorandum establishes an "America First" investment policy aimed at bolstering US national and economic security.
It prioritizes investments from allies while significantly restricting those from adversaries, particularly China, focusing on sectors like technology, infrastructure, and critical resources.
The policy utilizes existing mechanisms like CFIUS and explores new legal tools, including potential sanctions, to counter adversary acquisition of sensitive US assets.
Expedited review processes for allied investments and stricter oversight of adversary investments are key components.
The memorandum also initiates reviews of existing tax treaties and financial regulations to further protect US interests and direct investment toward domestic growth.
Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission
This Presidential order establishes the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission to address the significant health challenges facing Americans.
The commission will investigate the rising rates of chronic diseases and childhood illnesses, aiming to identify underlying causes and recommend policy changes.
It will focus on improving data transparency and conducting rigorous research to achieve its goals, collaborating across various federal agencies for a comprehensive approach.
Nominations Sent to the Senate
The President submitted numerous nominations for key positions across various federal departments and agencies to the Senate for confirmation.
These nominations span a wide range of portfolios, including Health and Human Services, Labor, Veterans Affairs, Education, Commerce, State, Treasury, Energy, Environmental Protection, and others.
The President also announced a withdrawal of a previously submitted nomination.
Addressing Egregious Actions of The Republic of South Africa
This Presidential order halts US aid to South Africa in response to the country's Expropriation Act 13 of 2024, which facilitates the seizure of Afrikaner agricultural land without compensation.
The order cites South Africa's human rights abuses, including racially discriminatory policies and inflammatory rhetoric, as well as its foreign policy stances that pose national security threats.
The order prioritizes humanitarian relief for affected Afrikaners via refugee resettlement and directs executive departments to halt all aid, except where deemed necessary by relevant agency heads.
Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
This presidential order establishes the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday to plan the 2026 anniversary celebration.
It also reinstates previous executive orders focused on protecting American monuments and building a National Garden of American Heroes, expanding the latter to include 250 historically significant figures.
The order details the task force's composition, responsibilities, and reporting requirements, while clarifying that it does not create new legal rights or benefits.
Nominations Transmitted to the Senate
On January 22, 2025, the President transmitted a series of nominations to the Senate for key positions across multiple federal agencies.
These nominations include individuals for Under Secretary roles in Agriculture, Deputy Secretary positions in Transportation, Energy, and Veterans Affairs, as well as other senior leadership roles within agencies such as the Small Business Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, Treasury, Office of Science and Technology Policy, Interior, and Education.
The purpose is to fill vacancies in various government agencies.
Putting People over Fish: Stopping Radical Environmentalism to Provide Water to Southern<br>California
President's memorandum directs the Secretaries of Commerce and the Interior to immediately resume a plan to divert more water from Northern California's rivers to Southern California, reversing a prior halt due to a lawsuit.
The plan aims to address water scarcity and mitigate wildfire risks, citing recent devastating wildfires as evidence for the urgency.
The Secretaries are required to report their progress within 90 days.
Regulatory Freeze Pending Review
This presidential memorandum institutes a temporary freeze on new federal regulations and initiates a review process for existing and pending rules.
All executive departments and agencies must halt rule-making until appointed heads review and approve them.
Rules already submitted but not published are withdrawn for review, published rules are subject to a 60-day postponement, and the Office of Management and Budget oversees the entire process.
Any actions contradicting this memorandum may be addressed via modification or extension.
President Trump Designates Chairmen and Acting Chairmen
On January 20, 2025, President Trump announced the designation of numerous chairmen and acting chairmen for various federal commissions and boards.
The appointments cover a wide range of agencies, including those responsible for communications, energy, labor, finance, and transportation, signaling a significant reshuffling of leadership across the federal government.
President Trump Announces Acting Cabinet and Cabinet-Level Positions
President Trump issued a directive appointing acting cabinet secretaries and other high-level officials across numerous federal agencies.
The appointees are temporarily filling their positions until permanent replacements are selected, with the directive citing 5 U.S.C. 3345 et seq. as legal justification.
The directive lists numerous individuals and their assigned acting roles, ensuring continuity in government operations.
President Trump Announces Sub-Cabinet APPOINTMENTS
President Trump nominated numerous individuals to fill sub-cabinet level positions across various federal agencies.
The nominations encompass leadership roles in departments including Defense, Health and Human Services, Justice, Homeland Security, Treasury, Agriculture, Energy, and others.
The announcement details the nominees' names, states of residence, and the specific positions for which they are being nominated, which then require Senate confirmation.
President Trump Announces Cabinet and Cabinet-Level Appointments
On January 20, 2025, President Trump announced his nominations for numerous cabinet positions and key leadership roles within his administration.
The announcement lists nominees for positions such as Secretary of the Treasury, Attorney General, Secretary of Defense, and numerous other cabinet-level roles, initiating the process of Senate confirmation for these individuals.