Executive Order Updates and Analysis
Overview
A list of Executive Orders, as well as our related analysis, is provided below. We will update this list as Orders are published.
Date |
Executive Action Title |
3/20/25 |
Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and CommunitiesAttempts to close the Department of Education and requires the Secretary of Education to ensure that federal funds do not go to programs involving “diversity, equity, and inclusion” or “promoting gender ideology.” Crowell Insight |
3/20/25 |
Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating ProcurementDirects the consolidation of domestic civilian contracting for “common goods and services” within one agency—the General Services Administration. Crowell InsightTrump’s Government Contracts Rebrand: From “Government” Procurement to “Just-GSA” Procurements |
2/26/25 |
Implementing the President’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ Cost Efficiency InitiativeDirects federal agencies to implement a centralized system for justifying payments related to contracts, grants, and loans. Crowell Insight |
2/21/25 |
America First Investment PolicyIncentivizes inbound investment in the United States through a “fast track” process and restricts outbound investment the PRC’s military industrial sector.Crowell InsightPresident Trump Announces America First Investment Policy |
2/18/25 |
Ensuring Accountability for All AgenciesRequires congressionally established agencies to submit draft regulations to the White House, consult with the White House on priorities and strategic plans, and rely on the White House to interpret the law. Crowell Insight |
2/10/25 |
Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National SecurityPauses enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days, citing concerns that current enforcement impedes U.S. foreign policy objectives and economic competitiveness. Crowell InsightFCPA Under Fire: What Companies Need to Consider After Trump’s Executive Order |
2/5/25 |
Keeping Men Out of Women’s SportsBars transgender women and girls from competing in female sports, directs federal agencies to enforce Title IX based on biological sex assigned at birth. Crowell InsightExecutive Orders Relevant to Institutions of Higher Education |
2/4/25 |
National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-2Directs various federal departments and agencies to implement measures aimed at exerting maximum pressure on Iran, including economic sanctions, diplomatic efforts, and actions to disrupt Iran’s support for terrorist organizations. Crowell Insight“Maximum Pressure” on Iran Is Back: What This Means for Sanctions and Export Controls |
1/29/25 |
Additional Measures to Combat Anti-SemitismAffirms the administration’s commitment to fighting anti-Semitism and directing federal agencies to identify and utilize all available legal tools to address anti-Semitic harassment and violence, particularly in educational institutions. Crowell InsightExecutive Orders Relevant to Institutions of Higher Education |
1/28/25 |
Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical MutilationProhibits the use of federal funds for gender-affirming medical treatments for individuals under 19 years old. Directs federal agencies to ensure that institutions receiving federal research or education grants cease providing such treatments, including puberty blockers, hormone therapies, and gender-affirming surgeries. It also mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services review existing literature on best practices for promoting the health of children experiencing gender dysphoria. Crowell Insight |
1/21/25 |
Ending Illegal Discrimination And Restoring Merit-Based OpportunityAims to eliminate federal policies and programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It revokes several past executive orders promoting diversity in government and contracting, orders agencies to remove DEI-related policies, and directs enforcement against private-sector DEI programs. It also calls for a review of DEI’s impact in key industries. Crowell InsightsTrump Targets OFCCP, DEI in Executive Order After Trump Executive Orders, FDA Removes Diversity Guidance From Website Analyzing FDA Draft Guidance On Clinical Trial Diversity Fastest 5 Minutes: Executive Orders, DEI, Tariffs, and DOGE State Attorneys General Issue Multistate Guidance on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Administration’s DEI Rollback Efforts Paused by Federal Judge |
1/20/25 |
Designating Cartels And Other Organizations As Foreign Terrorist Organizations And Specially Designated Global TerroristsDirects the Secretary of State to make a recommendation within 14 days regarding the designation of criminal cartels and other transnational criminal organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) or as specially designated global terrorists (SDGTs). Crowell InsightCartels, Foreign Terrorist Organizations, and the High Stakes for Businesses |
1/20/25 |
Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing Executive OrderDirects federal agencies to terminate all diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs, positions, and initiatives within 60 days. Mandates the elimination of DEIA-related offices, such as Chief Diversity Officer positions, and requires agencies to report on DEIA activities and associated expenditures. Crowell InsightExecutive Orders Relevant to Institutions of Higher Education Administration’s DEI Rollback Efforts Paused by Federal Judge |
1/20/25 |
Protecting the American People Against InvasionRevokes several prior executive orders related to immigration policies and directs federal agencies to fully enforce existing immigration laws against all inadmissible and removable undocumented immigrants. Crowell InsightExecutive Orders Relevant to Institutions of Higher Education |
1/20/25 |
Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety ThreatsAims to enhance vetting processes for foreign nationals and directs federal agencies to identify countries with deficient information-sharing practices that could warrant suspending the admission of their nationals. Crowell InsightExecutive Orders Relevant to Institutions of Higher Education |
1/20/25 |
Establishing and Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency"Creates a new department focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of federal government operations. It aims to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance service delivery to the public. Crowell InsightsExecutive Order Formally Establishes U.S. DOGE Service with IT Modernization Initiative |
1/20/25 |
Initial Rescissions Of Harmful Executive Orders and ActionsAims to revoke numerous executive actions from the previous administration, particularly related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), climate policies, immigration, health care and labor. It directs federal agencies to end the implementation of DEI policies, review actions taken under the revoked orders, and recommend further actions. Crowell InsightsStates are Taking Action on Artificial Intelligence. It is a Trend That is Likely to Continue President Trump Rescinds 78 Executive Orders and Presidential Memorandums |
1/20/25 |
Unleashing American EnergyAims reduce regulatory burdens on energy and natural resource development. It promotes energy exploration on federal lands, supports non-fuel mineral production, and eliminates mandates favoring electric vehicles. The order revokes several previous executive orders related to climate change and environmental regulations, prioritizes efficient permitting processes, and emphasizes the need for accurate environmental analyses. Crowell Insights |
1/20/25 |
Regulatory Freeze Pending ReviewMandates a temporary halt on all new regulations and pending rules until they can be reviewed by the new administration. This aims to ensure that any new regulations align with the administration's priorities and policies. Crowell Insight |
1/20/25 |
Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign AidDirects a comprehensive review of U.S. foreign aid programs to ensure they align with national interests and deliver measurable outcomes. It aims to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of foreign aid spending. Crowell InsightsState Department Pauses Almost All Foreign Assistance Funding District Court Grants Temporary Reprieve to USAID Implementing Partners |
1/20/25 |
Temporary Withdrawal of All Areas on the Outer Continental Shelf from Offshore Wind Leasing and Review of the Federal Government's Leasing and Permitting Practices for Wind ProjectsHalts offshore wind leasing and mandates a review of current leasing and permitting practices. This aims to ensure that these activities align with environmental and economic priorities. Crowell InsightsTrump Issues Executive Order Directing Drastic Clampdown on Offshore Wind Leasing |
1/20/25 |
Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal GovernmentDefines federal policy on sex and gender, asserting a strict definition of male and female. It directs agencies to revise policies, documents, and programs to align with this definition, including removing gender identity-based language and protections. It also instructs the Department of Justice to reinterpret past rulings on gender identity. Crowell Insights |
1/20/25 |
America First Trade PolicyOutlines a trade policy focused on reducing trade deficits, enforcing tariffs, and strengthening U.S. manufacturing. Calls for investigations into unfair trade practices, including economic relations with China. Crowell InsightsTrump Sets Stage for Future Tariffs and Trade Actions |
1/20/25 |
Putting America First in International Environmental AgreementsDirects the United States to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and cease financial commitments under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Crowell Insight |
