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 |
Topic |
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 | Litigation |
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 | White Collar and Regulatory Enforcement, Investigations, Anticorruption and FCPA |
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 | Education, DEI |
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 | Export Controls, International Trade |
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 | Education, DEI |
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 | Health Care |
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 | DEI, Labor and Employment, Government Contracts, Health Care |
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 | Education, Government Contracts, DEI |
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 | 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 | 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 | Government Contracts, Government Affairs, Health Care, Labor and Employment, Energy, Environmental, Infrastructure, International Trade |
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 | DEI, Labor and Employment, Government Contracts, Energy, Environmental, Health Care |
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 | Energy, Infrastructure, Government Contracts, International Dispute Resolution |
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 | Litigation |
1/20/25 |
Title: 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 | Government Contracts, International Trade |
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 | Environmental and Natural Resources, Energy, Government Affairs |
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 | DEI, Labor & Employment, Government Contracts, Health Care |
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 | International Trade, Government Contracts |
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 | Environmental and Natural Resources |