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Executive orders directing the Secretary of the Treasury · 83 in G.W. Bush · 500 all terms.
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Limited Waiver of Certain Sanctions Imposed by, and Delegation of Certain Authorities Pursuant to, the Tom Lantos Block Burmese JADE (Junta's Anti-Democratic Efforts) Act of 2008
President George W. Bush waived certain JADE Act sanctions against Burmese persons not already on Treasury's Specially Designated Nationals list, and delegated waiver authority to the Secretary of the Treasury to allow more flexible targeting of the Burmese military regime. The determination also authorized the Secretary of State to make required congressional submissions.
To Implement Amendments to the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003
This proclamation implements the JADE Act by prohibiting U.S. importation of Burmese jadeite and rubies (and jewelry containing them) starting September 27, 2008, and imposing certification conditions on imports of these gems from other countries. It delegates implementation authority to the Secretaries of Treasury, Homeland Security, and State, and the U.S. Trade Representative, and modifies the Harmonized Tariff Schedule accordingly.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
This determination extends for one year the exercise of authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act with respect to Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The continuation runs from September 14, 2008 until September 14, 2009.
Further Amendments to Executive Order 12333, United States Intelligence Activities
This executive order substantially revises Executive Order 12333 to strengthen the authority of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) over the Intelligence Community, reflecting reforms from the 2004 Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act. It codifies the DNI's role in coordinating intelligence activities, establishes new management structures including Functional and Mission Managers, and sets detailed duties for intelligence agencies while emphasizing protection of civil liberties and information sharing.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe
This executive order expands existing sanctions against Zimbabwe by blocking property of additional persons who undermine democratic processes, commit human rights abuses, or facilitate public corruption. It broadens the categories of targeted individuals to include senior officials, their family members, and those who materially assist the Zimbabwean government, while maintaining prior sanctions orders.
Termination of the Exercise of Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act With Respect to North Korea
President George W. Bush terminated the exercise of Trading With the Enemy Act authorities against North Korea, ending economic restrictions implemented since 1950 and rescinding the 2007 continuation of those authorities. The Secretary of the Treasury was directed to implement the termination, effective June 27, 2008.
Continuing Certain Restrictions With Respect to North Korea and North Korean Nationals
This executive order continues economic sanctions against North Korea that would otherwise be lifted when the U.S. terminates Trading With the Enemy Act authorities. It blocks North Korean property and interests in property that were frozen as of June 16, 2000, and prohibits U.S. persons from registering vessels in North Korea, flying the North Korean flag, or owning, leasing, operating, or insuring North Korean-flagged vessels.
Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions Related to Burma
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions against Burma (Myanmar) by blocking property and prohibiting transactions with additional individuals and entities connected to the Burmese government, its military junta, and their supporters. It builds upon three prior executive orders (13047, 13310, 13448) targeting Burma's repression of democratic opposition, with immediate effect on May 1, 2008.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons in Connection With the National Emergency With Respect to Syria
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions against Syria by authorizing the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to block the property of Syrian government officials and others involved in public corruption. It also amends a prior Syria sanctions order (EO 13338) to explicitly cover actions undermining stabilization efforts in Iraq.
Further Amendment of Executive Order 11858 Concerning Foreign Investment in the United States
This executive order amends the framework for reviewing foreign investments in the United States for national security risks. It expands the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) membership, formalizes procedures for risk mitigation agreements, and assigns specific regulatory and reporting responsibilities to the Secretary of the Treasury and Secretary of Commerce.
Establishing the President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy
This executive order creates a 19-member President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy within the Department of the Treasury to advise the President on improving financial education, access to financial services, and coordination of public-private financial literacy programs. The Council is tasked with gathering information from diverse stakeholders and periodically reporting on national financial literacy status and recommendations. It will automatically terminate two years after establishment unless extended by the President.
Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions Related to Burma
This executive order expands existing U.S. sanctions against Burma by blocking property and prohibiting transactions with senior Burmese officials, entities, and individuals involved in human rights abuses or public corruption. It builds upon two prior executive orders from 1997 and 2003, adding new categories of targeted persons including family members and those facilitating corruption.
Strengthening Adult Education
This executive order creates an Interagency Adult Education Working Group led by the Secretary of Education to coordinate federal adult education programs, identify gaps and duplications, and recommend improvements to help adults transition to postsecondary education and employment. The Working Group includes multiple cabinet secretaries and must submit its first report within 9 months.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Bush extended for one year the exercise of authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act (TWEA) that were scheduled to terminate on September 14, 2007. The continuation applies to countries affected by the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, Transaction Control Regulations, and Cuban Assets Control Regulations, lasting until September 14, 2008.
Blocking Property of Persons Undermining the Sovereignty of Lebanon or Its Democratic Processes and Institutions
This executive order declares a national emergency and authorizes the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to block the property and interests of individuals and entities deemed to undermine Lebanon's sovereignty, democratic processes, or institutions, or to support Syrian interference in Lebanon. It prohibits transactions with designated persons and donations to them, with no prior notice required for listings.
Establishing an Interagency Working Group on Import Safety
This executive order creates a temporary interagency working group led by HHS to review and recommend improvements to U.S. import safety procedures. The group must deliver recommendations to the President within 60 days through the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, then disband.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Who Threaten Stabilization Efforts in Iraq
This executive order authorizes the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with State and Defense, to block the assets of individuals and entities deemed to threaten Iraq's stability through violence, material support for violence, or association with blocked persons. It expands existing Iraq sanctions and prohibits U.S. persons from transactions with designated parties without prior notice requirements.
National Security Professional Development
This executive order establishes a framework to improve national security workforce capabilities by requiring a National Strategy for professional development, creating an interagency Steering Committee chaired by OPM, and directing agency heads to enhance education, training, and cross-government assignment opportunities for security professionals. It specifically assigns implementation roles to Defense, State, Intelligence, and Homeland Security for their respective personnel systems.
To Implement Modifications to the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and the African Growth and Opportunity Act and for Other Purposes
This proclamation modifies the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) to implement preferential tariff treatment for Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (as amended by the HOPE Act), modify tariff treatment for lesser developed sub-Saharan African countries under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, and make technical corrections related to the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006. It also delegates presidential functions under CBERA section 213A(f) to the Secretary of the Treasury.
Assignment of Certain Functions Relating to Procurement Sanctions on Persons Engaging in Export Activities that Contribute to Proliferation
This memorandum delegates presidential functions under section 821 of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act to the Secretary of State, with one exception assigning a specific function to the Secretary of Defense. It requires interagency consultation among State, Defense, Treasury, Commerce, and other agencies in carrying out these procurement sanctions functions.
Assignment of Function Under Section 721(k) of the Defense Production Act of 1950
President George W. Bush delegated to the Secretary of the Treasury the presidential function of submitting a report required under Section 721(k) of the Defense Production Act of 1950, with that report due by February 28, 2007. The memorandum also directs publication in the Federal Register.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks the property of individuals and entities contributing to armed conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including political and military leaders of armed groups, those recruiting child soldiers, arms traffickers, and their supporters. The order authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to designate additional persons subject to these sanctions.
Blocking Property of and Prohibiting Transactions With the Government of Sudan
This executive order blocks all property of the Government of Sudan in U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging in transactions related to Sudan's petroleum and petrochemical industries. It takes effect upon enactment of the Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006, while carving out exemptions for certain regions of Sudan and activities like journalism and official government business.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act
This presidential determination extends for one year the exercise of authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act that were scheduled to expire on September 14, 2006. It continues economic sanctions and asset control regulations affecting certain countries, primarily maintaining the Cuban embargo and related foreign asset controls, through September 14, 2007.
Improving Assistance for Disaster Victims
This executive order establishes an interagency Task Force on Disaster Assistance Coordination to develop a plan streamlining federal disaster assistance delivery. The plan must include a centralized application process, a clearinghouse for assistance information, reduced duplication, and fraud controls, with phased implementation by December 31, 2008. The Secretary of Homeland Security must submit the plan to the President by March 1, 2007, with quarterly progress reports thereafter until implementation is complete.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks the U.S.-based assets of Belarusian government officials and others deemed responsible for undermining democratic processes, committing human rights abuses, or engaging in public corruption in Belarus following the disputed March 2006 elections. The order authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to designate additional individuals and entities for sanctions.
Task Force on New Americans
This executive order establishes a Task Force on New Americans within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate federal efforts helping legal immigrants learn English, civics, and history to integrate into American society. The Task Force includes cabinet-level officials from multiple departments and is directed to promote public-private partnerships, expand instruction through community groups, and make recommendations on policy and legislative changes.
Strengthening Federal Efforts To Protect Against Identity Theft
This executive order establishes the Identity Theft Task Force, co-chaired by the Attorney General and FTC Chairman, to coordinate federal efforts against identity theft through law enforcement, public education, and data security. The Task Force must submit a strategic plan within 180 days and may be terminated by the President or Attorney General via Federal Register notice.
Blocking Property of Persons in Connection With the Conflict in Sudan's Darfur Region
This executive order expands a 1997 national emergency regarding Sudan to specifically target individuals and entities fueling the conflict in Darfur. It blocks all property and interests in property of designated persons within U.S. jurisdiction, prohibits transactions with them, and authorizes Treasury to designate additional parties threatening peace, stability, or human rights in the region.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons in Connection With the National Emergency With Respect to Syria
This executive order expands sanctions related to the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri by blocking U.S.-based assets of individuals and entities determined to be involved in that attack or related bombings in Lebanon, or who obstructed the UN investigation. It builds upon the existing national emergency declared in Executive Order 13338 concerning Syrian government actions.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Côte d'Ivoire
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks U.S.-based assets of individuals and entities contributing to the conflict in Côte d'Ivoire, including those threatening peace agreements, committing human rights abuses, supplying arms, inciting violence, or supporting such activities. The order implements UN Security Council Resolution 1572 and authorizes the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to designate additional targets and issue implementing regulations.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe
This executive order expands and replaces the sanctions regime against Zimbabwe by updating the annex of designated individuals and broadening criteria for blocking property of those who undermine democratic processes or institutions. It took effect immediately on November 23, 2005, and grants the Treasury Secretary authority to designate additional persons and issue implementing regulations.
Creation of the Gulf Coast Recovery and Rebuilding Council
This executive order establishes the Gulf Coast Recovery and Rebuilding Council within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal support for recovery and rebuilding after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The Council, chaired by the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and comprising 23 cabinet-level officials and senior advisors, is tasked with reviewing issues, providing guidance, and making recommendations to the President on Gulf Coast recovery efforts. The Council automatically terminates three years after signing unless extended.
Further Strengthening the Sharing of Terrorism Information To Protect Americans
This executive order mandates maximum sharing of terrorism information across federal agencies and with state, local, tribal, and private sector partners while protecting Americans' privacy rights. It establishes an Information Sharing Council chaired by the Program Manager under the 2004 Intelligence Reform Act and revokes the previous EO 13356, incorporating its standards into implementation of the statutory framework.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act
President Bush extended for one year the exercise of authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act that were scheduled to terminate on September 14, 2005. The continuation applies to countries affected by three Treasury Department regulatory regimes, with the extension lasting until September 14, 2006.
Blocking Property of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferators and Their Supporters
Executive Order 13382 blocks all U.S.-based assets of designated weapons of mass destruction proliferators and their supporters, expanding sanctions authority under a national emergency first declared in 1994. It immediately freezes property of eight named entities and authorizes future designations by the Secretaries of Treasury and State.
Implementing Amendments to Agreement on Border
This executive order updates a 1994 order to implement 2002 amendments to the Border Environment Cooperation Commission and North American Development Bank agreements. It specifies U.S. board membership, designates the Treasury Secretary as chair when the U.S. holds that position, and updates advisory committee references.
Effective Dates of Provisions in Title I of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004
This memorandum accelerates the effective dates of most provisions in Title I of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, making them effective immediately upon signing rather than waiting for the statutory 6-month deadline. It exempts sections 1021 and 1092 (National Counterterrorism Center) and any provisions with express effective dates in the Act itself.
Clarification of Certain Executive Orders Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions
This executive order amends two prior counterterrorism sanctions orders (EO 13224 and EO 12947) to clarify that charitable donations of food, clothing, and medicine to blocked persons are prohibited when they would impair the President's ability to deal with a national emergency or endanger U.S. Armed Forces facing imminent hostilities. It also specifies that the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 does not override agricultural or medical sanctions in such circumstances.
President's Advisory Panel on Federal Tax Reform
This executive order creates a nine-member presidential advisory panel tasked with developing revenue-neutral federal tax reform options for submission to the Treasury Secretary by July 31, 2005. The panel is designed to expire 30 days after submitting its report, making it a temporary, time-bound advisory body focused on simplifying the tax code while maintaining progressivity and promoting economic growth.
Presidential Determination to Waive the Application of Section 901(j) of the Internal Revenue Code With Respect to Libya
President Bush waived Section 901(j)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code for Libya, allowing U.S. taxpayers to claim foreign tax credits for taxes paid to Libya. This determination reflects Libya's removal from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism following its 2003 renunciation of WMD programs.
Modifying the Protection Granted to the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest and Protecting the Central Bank of Iraq
This executive order modifies protections for Iraqi assets under prior orders, shielding the Development Fund for Iraq, Iraqi oil (until sold to initial purchasers), and Central Bank of Iraq assets from U.S. judicial attachment or process. It narrows prior broad protections by allowing enforcement of final judgments on Iraqi government contracts entered after June 30, 2004.
Amendment to Executive Order 13173, Interagency Task Force on the Economic Development of the Central San Joaquin Valley
This executive order makes minor amendments to Executive Order 13173, updating the membership of the Interagency Task Force on the Economic Development of the Central San Joaquin Valley by adding the Secretary of Defense and Director of National Drug Control Policy, making the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development the chair, requiring designated staff for 2004-2006, and adding 'regulations' to the Task Force's analytical duties. It also adds standard language disclaiming judicial enforceability.
Determination to Make Available Assistance for Sudan
President Bush determined that $20 million in International Disaster and Famine Assistance funds should be made available for Sudan, citing national interest and counterterrorism goals. The Secretary of State was directed to report this to Congress and arrange Federal Register publication.
Intention to Grant Waiver of the Application of Section 901(j) of the Internal Revenue Code with Respect to Libya
President Bush determined that waiving a tax code provision denying foreign tax credits for income from Libya is in the U.S. national interest and would expand trade and investment opportunities for American companies. The determination authorizes the Treasury Secretary to report this intention to Congress and publish it in the Federal Register.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act
President Bush extended for one year the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading with the Enemy Act, continuing economic sanctions regulations administered by the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control. The extension applies to the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, Transaction Control Regulations, and Cuban Assets Control Regulations through September 14, 2005.
Strengthened Management of the Intelligence Community
This executive order strengthens the Director of Central Intelligence's authority over the Intelligence Community by amending Executive Order 12333 to enhance intelligence sharing, establish counterterrorism as the highest national security priority, centralize budget control over the National Foreign Intelligence Program, and give the Director concurrence or recommendation authority over senior intelligence appointments. It also mandates new personnel standards and requires the Attorney General to establish information-sharing procedures with the Director within 90 days.
Strengthening the Sharing of Terrorism Information To Protect Americans
This executive order mandates maximum sharing of terrorism information across federal agencies and with state/local authorities while protecting Americans' legal rights. It establishes an Information Systems Council to plan an interoperable terrorism information sharing environment, sets common standards for intelligence community information sharing, and requires recommendations for domestic collection procedures.
Determination to Make Available Assistance for Liberia
President Bush determined that $86 million in international disaster and famine assistance for Liberia was in the national interest and essential to reducing international terrorism, authorized under Public Law 108-106. The Secretary of State was directed to report this to Congress and arrange Federal Register publication.
Termination of Emergency Declared in Executive Order 12722 With Respect to Iraq and Modification of Executive Order 13290, Executive Order 13303, and Executive Order 13315
This executive order terminates the 1990 national emergency with respect to Iraq that was declared after Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait, while preserving and updating sanctions authorities under newer emergency declarations related to Iraq's reconstruction. It also prohibits trade in Iraqi cultural property illegally removed since 1990 and modifies existing executive orders to shift their legal basis from the old emergency to the 2003 emergency.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Importation of Certain Goods from Liberia
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks all U.S.-based property of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, his immediate family, senior officials of his regime, and their associates. It also prohibits the importation of all round logs and timber products from Liberia, citing links between illicit timber trade and arms trafficking that perpetuate regional conflict.
Assigning Foreign Affairs Functions and Implementing the Enterprise for the Americas Initiative and the Tropical Forest Conservation Act
This executive order delegates presidential foreign affairs functions to the Secretary of the Treasury and Secretary of State for implementing the Enterprise for the Americas Initiative and Tropical Forest Conservation Act. It also establishes board membership for the Enterprise for the Americas Board and revokes four prior executive orders on the same topics.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria
This executive order declares a national emergency and imposes sanctions on Syria, blocking property of individuals and entities supporting Syrian government activities including terrorism, occupation of Lebanon, WMD programs, and undermining Iraq stabilization. It prohibits export of munitions, most commerce-controlled items, and other U.S. products to Syria, with limited exceptions for food and medicine, and restricts Syrian-owned air carrier operations in U.S. airspace.
Determination Consistent with the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense and for the Reconstruction of Iraq and Afghanistan, 2004 (Public Law 108-106), to Make Available Assistance for Liberia
President Bush authorized $114 million in International Disaster and Famine Assistance for Liberia under Public Law 108-106, determining it was in the U.S. national interest and essential to counterterrorism efforts. The Secretary of State was directed to report this to Congress and arrange Federal Register publication.
Determination Consistent with Section 620(q) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended, and Section 512 of the FY 2002 and 2003 Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Acts
President Bush determined that providing foreign assistance to Liberia is in the U.S. national interest and waived statutory restrictions under Section 620(q) of the Foreign Assistance Act and Section 512 of FY 2002-2003 appropriations acts that would otherwise prohibit such aid. The Secretary of State must report this determination to Congress and arrange for Federal Register publication.
To Provide for the Termination of Action Taken With Regard to Imports of Certain Steel Products
President George W. Bush terminated safeguard tariffs on certain steel products that had been imposed in March 2002 under Proclamation 7529, citing changed economic circumstances and an ITC report. The import licensing system established to monitor steel imports remains in effect until March 21, 2005, or until a replacement program is established.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Bush extended for one year the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act (TWEA) that were scheduled to terminate on September 14, 2003. The continuation applies to countries affected by Treasury Department regulations governing foreign assets controls, transaction controls, and Cuban assets controls, lasting until September 14, 2004.
Blocking Property of the Former Iraqi Regime, Its Senior Officials and Their Family Members, and Taking Certain Other Actions
This executive order expands a national emergency to block and confiscate property of the former Saddam Hussein regime, its senior officials, and their family members located in the U.S. or controlled by U.S. persons. Confiscated assets are to be transferred to the Development Fund for Iraq to support humanitarian needs, reconstruction, and civilian administration. The order takes effect immediately and authorizes the Treasury Secretary to designate additional targeted persons without prior notice.
Delegation of Certain Congressional Reporting Functions
This executive order delegates to various Cabinet secretaries and agency heads the responsibility for submitting approximately 40 recurring reports to Congress that were previously the President's duty. The reports cover foreign policy, national security, sanctions, arms control, and trade topics. The order includes a standard assertion of presidential constitutional authority to withhold information and explicitly states it creates no enforceable rights.
Implementing the Clean Diamond Trade Act
This executive order implements the Clean Diamond Trade Act by prohibiting the importation or exportation of rough diamonds unless controlled through the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS), effective July 30, 2003. It assigns implementation functions to the Secretaries of State and Treasury, establishes a coordinating committee at the Department of State, and revises prior executive orders on Sierra Leone and Liberia diamond sanctions to harmonize them with the new KPCS requirements.
Blocking Property of the Government of Burma and Prohibiting Certain Transactions
This executive order imposes economic sanctions on Burma's government by blocking assets of designated officials and state entities in the U.S., prohibiting financial services exports to Burma, and banning Burmese imports effective 30 days after July 29, 2003. It implements the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 and revokes inconsistent provisions of the prior 1997 sanctions order.
Termination of Emergencies With Respect to Yugoslavia and Modification of Executive Order 13219 of June 26, 2001
This executive order terminates national emergencies declared in 1992 and 1998 regarding the former Yugoslavia, citing democratic progress in Serbia and Montenegro, while simultaneously modifying and continuing sanctions under Executive Order 13219 against individuals threatening peace and stability in the Western Balkans region, including war crimes indictees and obstructionists of peace agreements.
Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest
This executive order shields Iraqi oil revenues and the Development Fund for Iraq from all U.S. legal judgments, liens, or court-ordered seizures, declaring them immune from judicial process to facilitate Iraq's reconstruction. It simultaneously lifts prior sanctions on these specific assets while maintaining other restrictions.
Amending Executive Order 13212, Actions to Expedite Energy-Related Projects
This executive order amends EO 13212 to expand its scope beyond energy production to include pipeline safety projects. It establishes an interagency task force within the Department of Energy to monitor and expedite permitting for energy-related and pipeline safety projects, coordinate federal-state-tribal-local permitting, and perform functions under section 60133 of title 49 regarding pipeline repair.
Suspending the Iraq Sanctions Act, Making Inapplicable
President Bush suspended most provisions of the Iraq Sanctions Act of 1990 and made terrorism-related foreign assistance restrictions inapplicable to Iraq, while delegating reporting and licensing authorities to the Secretaries of Commerce, Treasury, and State under the Emergency Wartime Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2003.
Confiscating and Vesting Certain Iraqi Property
This executive order, signed on the first day of the 2003 Iraq invasion, confiscated Iraqi government funds held in U.S. financial institutions and vested them in the Department of the Treasury for use in Iraqi reconstruction and assistance to the Iraqi people. It exempted diplomatic funds and amounts subject to terrorism-related court judgments, and delegated broad implementation authority to the Treasury Secretary.
Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks all U.S.-based assets of 77 named Zimbabwean officials and their associates, citing their role in undermining democratic processes, rule of law, and regional stability. The sanctions prohibit American persons from any transactions involving these blocked assets and authorize Treasury to designate additional persons owned or controlled by those listed.
Amendment of Executive Orders, and Other Actions, in Connection With the Transfer of Certain Functions to the Secretary of Homeland Security
This executive order makes extensive technical amendments to 80 prior executive orders to reflect the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and transfer functions from agencies like the Attorney General's office, Department of Transportation, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and others to the new Secretary of Homeland Security. It also fully rewrites Executive Order 13231 on critical infrastructure protection, establishing the National Infrastructure Advisory Council under DHS and clarifying cybersecurity responsibilities across government.
President's Commission on the United States Postal Service
This executive order establishes a nine-member presidential commission to examine the U.S. Postal Service's financial condition and future viability, with a mandate to recommend legislative and administrative reforms. The commission, housed administratively within the Treasury Department, must submit its report by July 31, 2003, and terminates by August 30, 2003.
Delegation of Certain Authorities and Assignment of Certain Functions Under the Trade Act of 2002
This executive order delegates most presidential authorities under Divisions B (Trade Promotion) and C (Andean Trade) of the Trade Act of 2002 to the U.S. Trade Representative, while reserving specific authorities to the President. It also assigns particular consultative and reporting functions to the Secretaries of State, Labor, Treasury, and other agencies, and amends Executive Order 11846 to include the new trade act divisions.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Bush extended for one year certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act that were scheduled to expire on September 14, 2002, continuing economic sanctions regulations administered by the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Establishment of the Corporate Fraud Task Force
This executive order creates a Corporate Fraud Task Force within the Department of Justice to coordinate investigation and prosecution of significant financial crimes including securities fraud, accounting fraud, and money laundering. The Task Force brings together senior DOJ officials, FBI leadership, key U.S. Attorneys from major financial districts, and heads of regulatory agencies like the SEC and Treasury.
Termination of Emergency With Respect to the Taliban and Amendment of Executive Order 13224 of September 23, 2001
This executive order terminates the 1999 national emergency sanctions against the Taliban due to changed circumstances in Afghanistan, while simultaneously adding the Taliban and its leader Mohammed Omar to the post-9/11 terrorism sanctions list under Executive Order 13224. It effectively shifts the legal basis for Taliban sanctions from a standalone Afghanistan emergency to the broader counterterrorism framework.
Action Under Section 203 of the Trade Act of 1974 Concerning Certain Steel Products
President George W. Bush imposed safeguard tariffs and tariff-rate quotas on imported steel products for 3 years plus 1 day under Section 203 of the Trade Act of 1974, following ITC findings of serious injury to domestic steel industries. The measures include escalating duties ranging from 6-30% ad valorem across ten categories of steel products, with exemptions for Canada, Mexico, Israel, Jordan, and certain developing countries under specified thresholds.
Presidential Task Force on Citizen Preparedness in the War on Terrorism
This executive order establishes a temporary Presidential Task Force on Citizen Preparedness in the War on Terrorism, composed of senior officials from 15 executive branch entities. The Task Force is charged with identifying ways Americans can prepare for terrorist attacks and volunteer to support officials, and must report its recommendations to the President within 40 days before automatically terminating 30 days after submission.
Critical Infrastructure Protection in the Information Age
This executive order establishes the President's Critical Infrastructure Protection Board to coordinate federal efforts protecting information systems for critical infrastructure across sectors including energy, finance, transportation, and healthcare. It creates a voluntary public-private partnership framework, establishes the National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) for private sector input, and assigns specific security oversight roles to OMB, Defense, and the CIA while preserving existing agency authorities.
President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans
This executive order establishes a 25-member presidential advisory commission and a White House Initiative within the Department of Education to improve educational outcomes for Hispanic Americans. It mandates reports on closing the achievement gap under the No Child Left Behind framework and revokes the previous Clinton-era executive order on the same topic.
Establishing the Office of Homeland Security and the Homeland Security Council
This executive order creates the Office of Homeland Security within the Executive Office of the President, headed by an Assistant to the President for Homeland Security, and establishes the Homeland Security Council to advise the President on homeland security matters. It assigns broad coordination responsibilities across detection, preparedness, prevention, protection, response, and recovery from terrorist threats and attacks, while amending prior executive orders to integrate the new council into national security structures.
Blocking Property and Prohibiting Transactions With Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks all U.S.-based property and transactions of foreign terrorists, terrorist financiers, and their associates. It authorizes the Secretaries of Treasury and State to designate individuals and entities for sanctions without prior notice, and prohibits any U.S. person from transacting with designated parties.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
This determination extends for one year, until September 14, 2002, the President's emergency authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act (TWEA) as they apply to countries subject to three Treasury Department sanctions regimes: the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, Transaction Control Regulations, and Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The Secretary of the Treasury is directed to publish the determination in the Federal Register.
Blocking Property of Persons Who Threaten International Stabilization Efforts in the Western Balkans
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks all U.S.-based property of 22 individuals and 5 organizations involved in extremist violence or obstruction of peace efforts in the Western Balkans, specifically Macedonia, southern Serbia, Kosovo, and Bosnia. The sanctions target figures affiliated with Albanian militant groups and Kosovo paramilitary organizations to support NATO, UN, and Dayton Accords implementation.
Additional Measures With Respect To Prohibiting the Importation of Rough Diamonds From Sierra Leone
This executive order expands an existing national emergency blocking rough diamond imports from Sierra Leone by also prohibiting direct or indirect importation of all rough diamonds from Liberia, regardless of origin. The measure targets Liberia's role as a transit hub for Revolutionary United Front blood diamonds and implements UN Security Council Resolution 1343. The prohibition took effect immediately at 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 23, 2001.
Actions To Expedite Energy-Related Projects
This executive order directs federal agencies to expedite permit reviews and other actions for energy-related projects while maintaining safety and environmental protections. It establishes a broad interagency task force, chaired by the Council on Environmental Quality chairman and housed at the Department of Energy, to monitor and coordinate these efforts across federal, state, tribal, and local levels.