Secretary of the Treasury
Executive orders directing the Secretary of the Treasury · 131 in Obama · 500 all terms.
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Recognizing Positive Actions by the Government of Sudan and Providing for the Revocation of Certain Sudan-Related Sanctions
This executive order conditionally revokes certain U.S. sanctions against Sudan effective July 12, 2017, contingent on Sudan sustaining positive actions including reduced military activity, improved humanitarian access, and counterterrorism cooperation. It also assigns reporting and certification functions to the Secretaries of State and Treasury, and requires annual reviews of Sudan's continued compliance.
Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Malicious Cyber- Enabled Activities
This executive order amends Executive Order 13694 to expand sanctions authority against malicious cyber-enabled activities, specifically adding interference with election processes or institutions as a sanctionable activity and adding designated entities to an annex. It also creates a mechanism for the Treasury Secretary to remove persons from the sanctions list.
Safeguarding the Nation From the Impacts of Invasive Species
This executive order updates and strengthens federal coordination on invasive species by amending Executive Order 13112. It maintains the National Invasive Species Council with expanded membership, adds new priorities including climate change and public health impacts, and mandates a new management plan with specific reporting requirements.
Establishing a Community Solutions Council
This executive order establishes a new Community Solutions Council to coordinate federal community investment programs across agencies, replacing two prior Obama-era councils. The Council is led by two Co-Chairs (one from the White House/OMB, one rotating among eight major agencies every four years) and includes 34+ members spanning nearly the entire Cabinet and key White House offices. It builds on existing place-based initiatives like Promise Zones and StrikeForce, with a mandate to foster interagency collaboration, scale evidence-based practices, and center locally led visions in federal policymaking.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This determination renews the statutory finding that global petroleum supplies are sufficient to allow significant reductions in Iranian oil purchases, but explicitly states the U.S. is no longer pursuing such reductions due to JCPOA commitments that took effect on Implementation Day. It maintains the legal framework while acknowledging a policy shift away from pressuring Iran's oil sales.
Advancing the Goals of the Power Africa Initiative to Expand Access to Electricity in Sub- Saharan Africa Through the Establishment of the President's Power Africa Working Group
This executive order establishes a formal interagency structure to advance the Power Africa initiative, which aims to double electricity access in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030 through 30,000 MW of new capacity and 60 million new connections. It creates a Coordinator position at USAID and a Power Africa Working Group co-chaired by USAID and the NSC to coordinate across 13 federal agencies. The order also directs agencies to facilitate participation of African private sector companies in energy projects.
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the National Security Workforce
This memorandum directs national security agencies to improve diversity and inclusion through data transparency, expanded demographic tracking, professional development programs, and leadership accountability measures. It requires annual public reporting on workforce demographics and inclusion metrics, with initial reports due within 90 days.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extended 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. This determination prevents the scheduled September 14, 2016 termination of those authorities and extends them until September 14, 2017.
Delegation of Functions and Authorities Under the Protect and Preserve International Cultural Property Act
This memorandum delegates to the Secretary of State the presidential functions and authorities granted by the Protect and Preserve International Cultural Property Act (P.L. 114-151). The Secretary of State must consult with the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Treasury, and other agency heads as appropriate, when exercising these delegated functions.
Delegation of Certain Authorities and Assignment of Certain Functions Under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015
This executive order delegates specific presidential authorities under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 to cabinet secretaries and the U.S. Trade Representative, including export promotion coordination, trade capacity building, and currency exchange rate enforcement procedures. It establishes interagency consultation requirements for enhanced bilateral engagement on currency manipulation and creates a formal recommendation process for potential remedial actions.
Global Entrepreneurship
This executive order establishes the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) Program under the Commerce Department to leverage successful entrepreneurs' networks for mentoring and policy advocacy worldwide. It also creates a Global Connect Initiative and interagency Steering Group to expand internet access in developing countries, with reporting requirements through 2020.
Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under the North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act of 2016
This memorandum delegates specific authorities granted to the President under the North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act of 2016 to the Secretaries of State, Treasury, and Commerce, and the Director of National Intelligence. It assigns discrete responsibilities for sanctions implementation, reporting, and strategy development across these officials, with required consultation between them.
A Comprehensive Approach to Atrocity Prevention and Response
This executive order institutionalizes the Atrocities Prevention Board (APB) originally established by Presidential Study Directive-10 in 2012, formalizing its structure, membership, and operational protocols across national security agencies. It mandates interagency coordination on monitoring, early warning, deterrence, and response to mass atrocities and genocide, with specific requirements for intelligence collection, civilian capacity deployment, training, and annual reporting to the President and public.
Promoting Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
This memorandum establishes a Federal Interagency Reentry Council co-chaired by the Attorney General and the White House Domestic Policy Council Director to coordinate federal efforts reducing recidivism and removing barriers to employment, housing, and reintegration for formerly incarcerated individuals. It directs agencies to review hiring and occupational licensing procedures to avoid automatic disqualification based on criminal records, and requires a federal strategic plan within 100 days.
Blocking Property and Suspending Entry Into the United States of Persons Contributing to the Situation in Libya
This executive order expands a 2011 national emergency to block property and suspend U.S. entry for persons contributing to instability in Libya, including those who threaten the Government of National Accord, misappropriate state assets, attack civilians or infrastructure, or illicitly exploit Libya's oil resources. It authorizes the Treasury and State Departments to designate targeted individuals and entities under existing sanctions authorities.
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity Task Force
This memorandum establishes an interagency Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity Task Force to coordinate implementation of federal parity protections ensuring mental health and substance use disorder coverage is comparable to medical/surgical care. The Task Force, chaired by the Domestic Policy Council Director and comprising nine agency heads, is charged with identifying best practices, addressing guidance gaps, and submitting a public report by October 31, 2016.
Delegation of Authority Pursuant to Sections 102(a), 102(c), 204, and 302 of the Hizballah International Financing Prevention Act of 2015
This memorandum delegates presidential authorities under four sections of the Hizballah International Financing Prevention Act of 2015 to the Secretary of the Treasury, to be exercised in consultation with the Secretary of State. It is a routine procedural delegation of sanctions and financial tracking powers related to countering Hizballah's international financing.
Blocking Property of the Government of North Korea and the Workers' Party of Korea, and Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to North Korea
This executive order blocks all property of the North Korean government and Workers' Party of Korea within U.S. jurisdiction, prohibits U.S. exports and new investment in North Korea, and authorizes sanctions against individuals and entities operating in key North Korean industries or engaging in activities benefiting the regime. It also suspends U.S. entry for sanctioned persons and expands sectoral sanctions authority to target North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.
Developing an Integrated Global Engagement Center To Support Government-wide Counterterrorism Communications Activities Directed Abroad and Revoking Executive Order 13584
This executive order establishes the Global Engagement Center (GEC) within the State Department to coordinate U.S. government communications aimed at foreign audiences to counter terrorist messaging from ISIL, al-Qa'ida, and other violent extremists. It replaces the temporary organization created by Executive Order 13584 with a permanent center supported by a temporary coordination office (GECCO) and an interagency steering committee.
Delegation of Authority Under Section 11 of the Export- Import Bank Reauthorization Act of 2012
President Obama delegates to the Treasury Secretary the presidential functions and authorities under Section 11 of the Export-Import Bank Reauthorization Act of 2012. The delegation requires Treasury to ensure actions remain consistent with the President's constitutional foreign affairs authority and privilege to withhold sensitive information.
Revocation of Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, and 13645 With Respect to Iran, Amendment of Executive Order 13628 With Respect to Iran, and Provision of Implementation Authorities for Aspects of Certain Statutory Sanctions Outside the Scope of U.S. Commitments Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action of July 14, 2015
This executive order implements U.S. sanctions commitments under the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) by revoking four earlier Iran sanctions executive orders and amending a fifth, while preserving implementation authorities for certain non-nuclear statutory sanctions that fall outside the scope of the JCPOA commitments. It also establishes blocking authorities and visa restrictions targeting persons involved in corruption related to humanitarian goods diversion and certain IFCA sanctions violations.
Strengthening the Senior Executive Service
This executive order reforms the Senior Executive Service (SES) by creating a PMC Subcommittee to oversee changes including: capping performance award spending at 7.5%, streamlining hiring processes, requiring SES pay to exceed subordinate GS employees, establishing a 15% rotation goal for SES members, and phasing in talent management and succession planning across all agencies by FY 2018.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Burundi
This executive order declares a national emergency regarding the crisis in Burundi, blocking property of individuals and entities responsible for violence, human rights abuses, political repression, and threats to stability. It also suspends U.S. entry for sanctioned persons and prohibits financial transactions and donations benefiting them, with immediate effect.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This determination certifies that global oil markets have sufficient non-Iranian supply to allow countries to significantly reduce Iranian oil purchases, as required by the 2012 NDAA sanctions framework. However, the President notes that due to U.S. commitments under the 2013 Joint Plan of Action (interim Iran nuclear deal), the administration will not seek further reductions in Iranian oil purchases at this time.
Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under Section 213(b)(1) of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012
This memorandum delegates presidential authority under Section 213(b)(1) of the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 from the Secretary of the Treasury to the Secretary of State, requiring consultation with multiple other cabinet members and agency heads. It rescinds the 2012 delegation to Treasury while leaving other provisions of that earlier memorandum intact.
Preparing for Implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action of July 14, 2015 (JCPOA)
This memorandum directs the Secretaries of State, Treasury, Commerce, and Energy to prepare for implementing U.S. commitments under the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA), including sanctions waivers and eventual termination of executive orders, contingent on IAEA verification of Iran's nuclear steps. The actions are conditioned on future confirmation by the Secretary of State, not immediate effect.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extended for one year the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act with respect to Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations until September 14, 2016. This annual continuation maintains the legal framework for the U.S. embargo on Cuba.
Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under Section 135 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.), as amended by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015
This memorandum delegates specific presidential authorities under Section 135 of the Atomic Energy Act (as amended by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015) to the Secretary of State and Secretary of the Treasury. The delegation assigns reporting and assessment responsibilities related to the Iran nuclear agreement review process, with the Secretary of State taking primary responsibility for most provisions and the Secretary of the Treasury handling the money laundering/terrorist finance assessment.
Delegation of Certain Authorities and Assignment of Certain Functions Under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015
This executive order delegates presidential authorities and assigns functions under the 2015 Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) law to specific officials, primarily the U.S. Trade Representative, while reserving certain authorities to the President. It establishes interagency processes for environmental reviews, employment impact assessments, labor rights reports, and implementation planning for trade agreements.
Hostage Recovery Activities
This executive order creates a unified interagency structure for recovering U.S. nationals held hostage abroad, establishing the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell within the FBI, a Hostage Response Group at the National Security Council level, and a Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs at the State Department. It mandates coordination across intelligence, law enforcement, diplomatic, and military agencies while maintaining the no-concessions policy.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This presidential determination, issued under the 2012 NDAA, finds that global petroleum supplies are sufficient to allow significant reductions in Iranian oil purchases without harming oil markets. The determination maintains existing sanctions policy by continuing the exemption framework that allows countries to avoid U.S. sanctions if they significantly reduce Iranian oil imports.
Delegation of Functions Under the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act
This memorandum delegates specific presidential authorities under the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act to the Secretary of the Treasury. The delegated functions involve designating and sanctioning foreign narcotics traffickers.
Blocking the Property of Certain Persons Engaging in Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities
This executive order declares a national emergency over malicious cyber-enabled activities from abroad and authorizes the Treasury Secretary to block the property of and bar entry to foreign individuals and entities involved in significant cyberattacks on U.S. critical infrastructure, data theft, or commercial espionage. It establishes a sanctions framework targeting perpetrators, beneficiaries, and facilitators of such activities without requiring prior notice.
Student Aid Bill of Rights To Help Ensure Affordable Loan Repayment
This memorandum directs multiple federal agencies to implement stronger consumer protections for the more than 40 million Americans with student loan debt. It establishes deadlines for creating a complaint system, improving loan servicing standards, protecting distressed borrowers including those with disabilities, and exploring regulatory changes to bankruptcy and consumer protection laws.
Blocking Property and Suspending Entry of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Venezuela
This executive order declares a national emergency regarding Venezuela, blocking all property and interests in property of seven named individuals and any future persons determined by the Treasury Secretary to be responsible for undermining democratic institutions, human rights abuses, restricting freedoms, or public corruption in Venezuela. It also suspends entry into the United States of such persons, with limited exceptions for international obligations.
Establishment of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Integration Center
This memorandum directs the Director of National Intelligence to establish the Cyber Threat Intelligence Integration Center (CTIIC), a new intelligence organization to coordinate analysis and sharing of foreign cyber threat intelligence across federal agencies. The CTIIC is tasked with integrating all-source analysis, supporting existing cyber centers, developing intelligence sharing capabilities, and coordinating interagency responses to foreign cyber threats, with a goal of reaching full operating capability by the end of fiscal year 2016.
Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition
This executive order creates an interagency working group to review and standardize federal programs that provide military-style equipment to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies. The group must develop recommendations for controlled equipment lists, training requirements, civil rights compliance, and oversight mechanisms, with initial reports due in 60 days and final recommendations in 120 days.
Imposing Additional Sanctions With Respect To North Korea
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions against North Korea by blocking property of North Korean government agencies, officials, and supporters, and suspending their entry into the United States. It was issued in response to North Korea's cyber actions in late 2014 and ongoing threats to U.S. national security.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to the Crimea Region of Ukraine
This executive order imposes a comprehensive economic embargo on Crimea, prohibiting U.S. persons from new investment, trade, and financial transactions with the region. It also authorizes blocking the assets of individuals and entities operating in Crimea and bars their entry into the United States.
Improving the Security of Consumer Financial Transactions
This executive order mandates federal agencies adopt chip-and-PIN technology for government payment cards and terminals by early 2015, streamlines identity theft victim remediation through a centralized FTC website, and requires multi-factor authentication for federal digital services within 18 months.
Deepening U.S. Government Efforts To Collaborate With and Strengthen Civil Society
This 2014 presidential memorandum directs federal agencies engaged in foreign policy to strengthen collaboration with civil society organizations worldwide, oppose undue restrictions on civic freedoms, and integrate civil society consultation into U.S. diplomatic engagement. It requires annual reporting to the President on implementation progress.
Climate-Resilient International Development
This executive order requires federal agencies with international development programs to systematically integrate climate-resilience considerations into their strategies, planning, and funding decisions. It establishes a Working Group co-chaired by Treasury and USAID to develop guidelines, tools, and metrics, while also directing agencies to promote similar practices in multilateral development institutions.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extended for one year the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act with respect to Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations until September 14, 2015. This annual continuation maintains the legal basis for the U.S. embargo on Cuba.
Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions authority against individuals and entities fueling conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It amends Executive Order 13413 to block property of additional categories of actors, including armed group leaders, human rights abusers, child soldier recruiters, obstructors of humanitarian aid, attackers of peacekeepers, and those involved in illicit natural resource trading.
Helping Struggling Federal Student Loan Borrowers Manage Their Debt
This memorandum directs the Secretaries of Education and Treasury to expand income-driven student loan repayment options, improve borrower outreach and communication strategies, develop public-private partnerships for tax-season education, and pilot enhanced loan counseling tools. It aims to make Pay As You Earn available to more Federal Direct Loan borrowers by December 2015 and targets struggling borrowers including dropouts, first-time defaulters, and those with low balances.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This presidential determination certifies that global petroleum supplies from non-Iran sources are sufficient to allow foreign financial institutions to significantly reduce purchases of Iranian oil without disrupting markets. It continues a sanctions mechanism established by the 2012 NDAA by making a required periodic finding, maintaining the legal basis for pressuring Iran's oil exports.
Ending Immunities Granted to the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Iraqi Property and Interests in Property Pursuant to Executive Order 13303, as Amended
This executive order terminates legal immunities protecting the Development Fund for Iraq, Iraqi petroleum, and Central Bank of Iraq assets from U.S. judicial actions such as attachments, judgments, and liens. The action reflects the Obama administration's assessment that Iraq had made sufficient progress in managing debts and claims from the Saddam Hussein era. The underlying national emergency declared in 2003 remains in place, and immunities under other applicable law are unaffected.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in the Central African Republic
This executive order declares a national emergency and imposes targeted sanctions—including asset freezes and visa bans—on individuals and entities contributing to conflict, instability, and human rights abuses in the Central African Republic. It authorizes the Treasury and State Departments to designate persons involved in violence, child soldier recruitment, obstruction of humanitarian aid, illicit natural resource trafficking, or arms transfers related to the conflict.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons With Respect to South Sudan
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks property of individuals and entities contributing to violence, human rights abuses, and instability in South Sudan. It also suspends U.S. entry for designated persons and authorizes Treasury and State to implement sanctions.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons Contributing to the Situation in Ukraine
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions against Russia by authorizing the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to block property and interests of persons operating in key Russian economic sectors including financial services, energy, metals and mining, engineering, and defense. It also suspends entry into the United States of aliens meeting the designated criteria.
Blocking Property of Additional Persons Contributing to the Situation in Ukraine
This executive order expands a national emergency declared in EO 13660 to block property and suspend entry into the U.S. for Russian officials, arms sector operators, and their supporters contributing to the crisis in Ukraine following Russia's military deployment in Crimea. The order took effect March 17, 2014, with immediate asset freezes and visa restrictions.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Ukraine
This executive order declares a national emergency and authorizes the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to block property and assets of individuals and entities deemed responsible for undermining Ukraine's democratic processes, threatening its territorial integrity, or asserting unauthorized governmental authority in Crimea. It also suspends U.S. entry for designated persons and prohibits transactions with or for the benefit of blocked parties.
Streamlining the Export/Import Process for America's Businesses
This executive order directs federal agencies to modernize U.S. trade processing by completing the International Trade Data System (ITDS)—a "single window" for electronic submission of import/export data—by December 31, 2016. It establishes the Border Interagency Executive Council (BIEC) to coordinate cross-agency border management, streamline regulatory requirements, and improve supply chain efficiency while maintaining security and public health protections.
Retirement Savings Security
This memorandum directs the Treasury Secretary to create a new retirement savings security product by December 31, 2014, designed for small-dollar and new savers with low barriers to entry, principal protection, and portability between jobs. It also requires launching a pilot project within 90 days to test payroll-deduction distribution through employers.
Delegation of Authority Under Section 1245(d)(5) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81)
This memorandum delegates presidential authority under Section 1245(d)(5) of the FY 2012 NDAA to the Secretary of State, to be exercised in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury. This provision relates to sanctions waivers for countries that significantly reduce purchases of Iranian oil.
Establishing a Quadrennial Energy Review
This memorandum establishes a Quadrennial Energy Review Task Force co-chaired by the OSTP and Domestic Policy Council directors to produce a comprehensive energy policy review every four years, with the first report due January 31, 2015 focusing on U.S. energy infrastructure challenges. The Task Force includes representatives from 23 agencies and is directed to engage stakeholders and recommend executive and legislative actions.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This determination finds that global petroleum markets have sufficient non-Iranian supply to allow foreign financial institutions to significantly reduce purchases of Iranian oil without disrupting markets. It continues a sanctions policy established by the NDAA for FY2012, maintaining pressure on Iran's oil exports.
Preparing the United States for the Impacts of Climate Change
This executive order directs federal agencies to integrate climate change preparedness and resilience into their operations, programs, and investments. It establishes a new interagency Council on Climate Preparedness and Resilience, creates a State, Local, and Tribal Leaders Task Force, mandates updated Agency Adaptation Plans, and requires modernization of federal programs to remove barriers to climate-resilient investment.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extended 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 until September 14, 2014.
Prohibiting Certain Imports of Burmese Jadeite and Rubies
This executive order prohibits importing Burmese jadeite, rubies, and jewelry containing them into the United States, effective August 7, 2013. It also revokes certain provisions of a prior executive order and waives broader JADE Act sanctions while maintaining existing blocking sanctions against specially designated persons.
Combating Wildlife Trafficking
This executive order establishes a Presidential Task Force on Wildlife Trafficking co-chaired by the State Department, Interior Department, and Attorney General to develop a national strategy against wildlife trafficking. It also creates an Advisory Council of non-governmental experts to advise the Task Force, with specific deadlines for initial meetings, strategy production, and council establishment.
Establishing the White House Council on Native American Affairs
This executive order creates the White House Council on Native American Affairs, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, to coordinate federal policy across 30+ agencies to support tribal self-governance and improve quality of life for Native Americans. It establishes a formal structure for interagency coordination on economic development, healthcare, education, justice, and environmental protection while mandating three annual meetings.
Establishing the President's Advisory Council on Financial Capability for Young Americans
This executive order creates a presidential advisory council within the Treasury Department focused on improving financial literacy and money management skills among young Americans. The council will bring together government officials and private-sector experts to develop strategies for financial education in schools, communities, and workplaces, with a two-year mandate.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
President Obama determined that global oil markets had sufficient non-Iranian supply to allow countries to significantly reduce Iranian oil purchases without causing supply disruptions. This continued a sanctions policy required by the 2012 NDAA, maintaining pressure on Iran's nuclear program through petroleum-based financial restrictions.
Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act of 2012
This memorandum delegates specific functions and authorities under the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act of 2012 (IFCA) and amended provisions of the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 (CISADA) from the President to various cabinet secretaries and agency heads, primarily the Secretaries of Treasury and State, with detailed consultation requirements for imposing and implementing sanctions against Iran.
Authorizing the Implementation of Certain Sanctions Set Forth in the Iran Freedom and Counter- Proliferation Act of 2012 and Additional Sanctions With Respect To Iran
This executive order authorizes sanctions against foreign financial institutions and persons that conduct significant transactions related to Iranian currency, support designated Iranian persons, or supply goods and services to Iran's automotive sector. It implements provisions of the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act of 2012 and expands existing sanctions authorities, with the order taking effect on July 1, 2013.
Delegation of Functions Under Subsection 804(h)(2)(A) of the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act
This memorandum delegates to the Secretary of the Treasury the President's authority under section 804(h)(2)(A) of the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act, which concerns blocking property and interests in property of designated foreign narcotics traffickers. The Secretary is directed to publish the memorandum in the Federal Register.
Delegation of Functions Under Sections 404 and 406 of Public Law 112-208
This memorandum delegates presidential functions under sections 404 and 406 of Public Law 112-208 (the Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012) to the Secretary of the Treasury and Secretary of State. Treasury gains authority over determinations and certain sanctions-related functions; State gains authority over list submissions, reports, and related diplomatic functions, each required to consult with the other.
Administration of Reformed Export Controls
This executive order delegates specific functions under the Arms Export Control Act to the Secretaries of State and Defense, revokes the previous 1977 executive order on export controls, and amends Executive Order 13222 to establish congressional notification procedures for certain firearms and Major Defense Equipment exports under Commerce jurisdiction, while also authorizing the Secretary of State to license Commerce-controlled exports when agreed with the Secretary of Commerce.
Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity
This executive order establishes a voluntary, public-private partnership framework to strengthen cybersecurity protections for U.S. critical infrastructure. It directs federal agencies to improve cyber threat information sharing with private sector entities, mandates development of a Cybersecurity Framework by NIST, creates a voluntary adoption program, and requires identification of the most at-risk critical infrastructure systems.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This presidential determination finds that global petroleum markets have sufficient non-Iranian supply to allow significant reductions in Iranian oil purchases through foreign financial institutions. It continues sanctions policy under the 2012 NDAA by maintaining the legal basis for countries to avoid U.S. financial sanctions if they significantly reduce Iranian oil imports.
Establishing the Hurricane Sandy Rebuilding Task Force
This executive order establishes a cabinet-level task force chaired by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to coordinate long-term rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Sandy. The task force is required to produce a comprehensive rebuilding strategy within 180 days of its first meeting, after which it will terminate 60 days later.
Establishment of an Interagency Task Force on Commercial Advocacy
This executive order creates an Interagency Task Force on Commercial Advocacy, chaired by the Secretary of Commerce, to coordinate federal support for U.S. businesses competing for international contracts against foreign firms. The Task Force brings together 15 agencies to prioritize advocacy cases, coordinate senior-level engagement with foreign officials, raise business awareness of available services, and report progress every 180 days.
Establishing the White House Homeland Security Partnership Council
This executive order creates the White House Homeland Security Partnership Council and its Steering Committee to institutionalize collaboration between federal field offices and local partners—including state/local/tribal governments, private sector, and nonprofits—to address homeland security challenges ranging from disaster response to terrorism prevention. The Council advises on priorities, promotes best practices, and convenes annually, while the Steering Committee sets its scope, selects members, and reports to the President yearly.
Authorizing the Implementation of Certain Sanctions Set Forth in the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 and Additional Sanctions With Respect to Iran
This executive order authorizes the Treasury and State Departments to implement sanctions against persons and entities supporting Iran's government, particularly those involved in human rights abuses, censorship, and petroleum trade. It blocks U.S.-controlled foreign entities from transactions with Iran that would be prohibited if done domestically, with a divestment deadline, and amends prior sanctions orders.
Regarding the Acquisition of Four U.S. Wind Farm Project Companies by Ralls Corporation
President Obama issued a rare presidential order under the Defense Production Act blocking a Chinese-owned company (Ralls Corporation, affiliated with Sany Group) from acquiring four Oregon wind farm projects near a U.S. Navy weapons systems training facility. The order mandates divestment within 90 days (extendable by 3 months), removal of all equipment within 14 days, and imposes ongoing CFIUS oversight and compliance verification.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extends for one year the exercise of Trading With the Enemy Act authorities regarding Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The extension runs from September 14, 2012, to September 14, 2013.
Preventing and Responding to Violence Against Women and Girls Globally
This executive order establishes a multi-year U.S. government strategy to prevent and respond to gender-based violence globally, creating an Interagency Working Group co-chaired by the Secretary of State and USAID Administrator. It mandates coordination across multiple federal agencies, integration of anti-violence programming into existing foreign policy and assistance efforts, improved data collection and research, and periodic reporting with benchmarks, progress reports, and eventual strategy revision.
Authorizing Additional Sanctions With Respect to Iran
This executive order authorizes additional U.S. sanctions targeting foreign financial institutions and persons that conduct significant transactions with Iran's petroleum, petrochemical, and energy sectors. It expands existing authorities to block property, restrict correspondent banking access, and impose trade and financial penalties on entities supporting Iran's oil industry or evading international sanctions.
Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to Somalia
This executive order expands U.S. sanctions against Somalia by amending Executive Order 13536 to block assets of individuals and entities involved in threatening Somalia's stability, misappropriating public assets, obstructing humanitarian aid, trafficking arms, committing violence against civilians, using child soldiers, or trading charcoal. It also prohibits the importation of charcoal from Somalia into the United States, targeting a key revenue source for the terrorist group al-Shabaab.
Blocking Property of Persons Threatening the Peace, Security, or Stability of Burma
This executive order modifies existing sanctions on Burma (Myanmar) by expanding the criteria for blocking property of individuals and entities that threaten peace and stability, including those undermining political reform, committing human rights abuses, or engaging in military trade with North Korea. It also amends two prior executive orders to replace 'logistical, or technical' with 'or technological' in their text.
Blocking Property of the Government of the Russian Federation Relating to the Disposition of Highly Enriched Uranium Extracted From Nuclear Weapons
This executive order blocks Russian government assets in the U.S. related to the 1993 Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements, preventing them from being seized through judicial processes so that payments for converting weapons-grade uranium to reactor fuel can flow properly to Russia. It extends and reinforces prior sanctions architecture (EO 13159) to protect a major nuclear nonproliferation program.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This presidential determination finds that global petroleum markets can absorb reduced purchases from Iran, satisfying a statutory condition in the 2012 NDAA that allows the U.S. to impose sanctions on foreign financial institutions that facilitate Iranian oil transactions. The determination extends a prior March 30, 2012 finding and authorizes continued diplomatic pressure on Iran's oil exports.
Improving Repayment Options for Federal Student Loan Borrowers
This memorandum directs the Secretaries of Education and Treasury to streamline the Income-Based Repayment (IBR) application process for federal student loans by creating an online system that imports IRS income data directly, develop integrated online and mobile resources to educate borrowers about repayment options, and improve notifications about IBR availability to borrowers before and after leaving school.
Blocking Property of Persons Threatening the Peace, Security, or Stability of Yemen
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks U.S.-based assets of individuals and entities determined to threaten Yemen's peace, security, or stability, particularly those obstructing the November 23, 2011 political transition agreement. It authorizes the Treasury and State Departments to designate targets and implement sanctions without prior notice.
Prohibiting Certain Transactions With and Suspending Entry Into the United States of Foreign Sanctions Evaders With Respect to Iran and Syria
This executive order authorizes the Treasury Secretary to block transactions with foreign individuals and entities that help Iran or Syria evade U.S. sanctions, and suspends their entry into the United States. It expands the U.S. sanctions enforcement toolkit by targeting 'foreign sanctions evaders' who previously may have fallen outside direct U.S. jurisdiction.
Blocking the Property and Suspending Entry Into the United States of Certain Persons With Respect to Grave Human Rights Abuses by the Governments of Iran and Syria via Information Technology
This executive order authorizes the U.S. government to block property and suspend entry into the United States of individuals and entities that provide information technology to Iran or Syria that facilitates computer or network disruption, monitoring, or tracking enabling serious human rights abuses. It expands existing national emergency authorities to target technology-related complicity in government repression.
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) And (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
This determination finds that global petroleum supplies are sufficient to allow countries to significantly reduce Iranian oil purchases without harming markets, thereby enabling sanctions under the 2012 NDAA. It authorizes the Secretary of State to publish this finding, which triggers the legal framework for imposing sanctions on foreign financial institutions that facilitate Iranian oil transactions.
National Defense Resources Preparedness
This executive order delegates authorities under the Defense Production Act of 1950 to various cabinet secretaries for prioritizing and allocating resources (food, energy, health, transportation, water, and other materials) in support of national defense. It establishes frameworks for loan guarantees, industrial base expansion, voluntary agreements, a National Defense Executive Reserve, and labor coordination during emergencies, while revoking and replacing Executive Order 12919 from 1994.
Establishing a White House Council on Strong Cities, Strong Communities
This executive order establishes a White House Council on Strong Cities, Strong Communities (SC2) within HUD to coordinate federal technical assistance to local communities, helping them compete for federal resources and develop economic strategies. The Council is co-chaired by the HUD Secretary and the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy, with broad membership across federal agencies.
Establishment of the Interagency Trade Enforcement Center
This executive order creates the Interagency Trade Enforcement Center (ITEC) within the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to coordinate enforcement of U.S. trade rights under international agreements and domestic trade laws across multiple federal agencies. The Center brings together personnel from State, Treasury, Justice, Agriculture, Commerce, Homeland Security, and intelligence agencies to identify foreign trade barriers and unfair practices.
Establishing the President's Global Development Council
This executive order creates a 12-member advisory council within USAID to advise the President on global development policy, promote public-private partnerships, and elevate development as a pillar of U.S. foreign policy alongside diplomacy and defense. The council includes cabinet secretaries as non-voting members and outside experts from academia, philanthropy, civil society, and private industry, with a built-in 2-year sunset clause.
Blocking Property of the Government of Iran and Iranian Financial Institutions
This executive order blocks all property and interests in property of the Government of Iran, the Central Bank of Iran, and Iranian financial institutions that are in the United States or under U.S. person control. It also authorizes the Treasury and State Departments to implement sanctions and issue regulations, with immediate effect on February 6, 2012.
Establishing Visa and Foreign Visitor Processing Goals and the Task Force On Travel and Competitiveness
This executive order establishes visa processing targets to boost U.S. travel and tourism, including a 40% capacity increase in China and Brazil and 80% of applicants interviewed within 3 weeks. It also creates a Task Force on Travel and Competitiveness to develop a National Travel and Tourism Strategy within 90 days.
Authorizing the Imposition of Certain Sanctions With Respect to the Provision of Goods, Services, Technology, or Support for Iran's Energy and Petrochemical Sectors
This executive order authorizes sanctions against individuals and entities that provide goods, services, technology, or support above specified dollar thresholds to Iran's petroleum development or petrochemical production sectors. The sanctions include blocking property, financial restrictions, export denial, and government procurement bans, and took effect immediately on November 21, 2011.
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 (TWEA) with respect to Cuba, maintaining the economic embargo and related sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The continuation was necessary because the authorities were scheduled to terminate on September 14, 2011.
Developing an Integrated Strategic Counterterrorism Communications Initiative and Establishing a Temporary Organization to Support Certain Government-wide Communications Activities Directed Abroad
This executive order establishes a Center for Strategic Counterterrorism Communications within the State Department to coordinate U.S. government-wide counterterrorism messaging abroad, and creates a temporary Counterterrorism Communications Support Office to provide research and campaign support. Both entities focus on countering al-Qa'ida and violent extremist ideologies through strategic communications to foreign audiences.
Blocking Property of the Government of Syria and Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to Syria
This executive order blocks all property of the Syrian government and its controlled entities within U.S. jurisdiction, prohibits new U.S. investment in Syria, bans exports of services to Syria, prohibits imports of Syrian petroleum and petroleum products, and bars U.S. persons from dealing in Syrian oil. It also authorizes the Treasury Secretary to designate additional individuals and entities for sanctions.
Suspension of Entry of Aliens Subject to United Nations Security Council Travel Bans and International Emergency Economic Powers Act Sanctions
This proclamation suspends entry into the United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, of aliens subject to UN Security Council travel bans and aliens whose property is blocked under IEEPA sanctions. The Secretary of State has sole discretion to identify covered persons, with implementation procedures developed in consultation with Treasury and Homeland Security.
Blocking Property of Transnational Criminal Organizations
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks all U.S.-based assets of significant transnational criminal organizations, authorizing the Treasury Secretary to designate additional targets without prior notice. It prohibits any transactions with or support for designated entities and takes effect immediately upon signing.
Establishment of the SelectUSA Initiative
This executive order establishes SelectUSA, a Department of Commerce-based initiative to coordinate federal efforts to attract and retain domestic and foreign business investment in the United States. It creates a Federal Interagency Investment Working Group spanning nearly every cabinet department and major economic agency to promote the U.S. as a business location, serve as an investment ombudsman, and provide information to investors.
Establishment of the White House Rural Council
This executive order creates the White House Rural Council, chaired by the Secretary of Agriculture and comprising 25 federal agencies, to coordinate federal policy and investment in rural communities. The Council is tasked with streamlining federal spending, improving economic opportunities, and enhancing quality of life in rural America through better interagency collaboration.
Authorizing the Implementation of Certain Sanctions Set Forth in the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, as Amended
This executive order delegates authority to the Treasury Secretary to implement specific sanctions against persons designated under the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, including blocking property, restricting financial transactions, and banning imports. It authorizes the administrative machinery to enforce sanctions that Congress had already legislated.
Blocking Property of Senior Officials of the Government of Syria
This executive order freezes all U.S.-based assets of senior Syrian government officials and entities, prohibiting any transactions with them. It expands existing sanctions against Syria in response to escalating violence against protesters and repression of democratic change.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons With Respect to Human Rights Abuses in Syria
This executive order expands a 2004 national emergency to block property of individuals and entities responsible for human rights abuses in Syria, particularly those involved in repressing peaceful protesters through violence, torture, and arbitrary detention. It authorizes the Treasury Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to designate additional persons and entities for sanctions, with immediate effect on April 29, 2011.
Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to North Korea
This executive order prohibits the importation of all goods, services, and technology from North Korea into the United States, effective immediately. It also bars U.S. persons from evading these sanctions and authorizes the Treasury Secretary to issue implementing regulations. The order builds on prior sanctions to enforce UN Security Council resolutions 1718 and 1874.
Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions Related to Libya
This executive order freezes all assets of the Libyan government, its central bank, and senior officials under Muammar Qadhafi held by U.S. persons or within the United States. It also authorizes the Treasury Secretary to designate additional individuals for sanctions based on their role in human rights abuses or ties to the regime, effective immediately upon signing.
Establishment of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Advisory Committees
This executive order establishes two interagency advisory committees—the Senior Intellectual Property Enforcement Advisory Committee and the Intellectual Property Enforcement Advisory Committee—to coordinate federal intellectual property enforcement efforts. Both committees are chaired by the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator and are tasked with developing triennial Joint Strategic Plans required under the PRO IP Act of 2008.
Establishment of the President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness
This executive order creates the President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness (PCJC) within the Department of the Treasury to provide non-partisan advice on economic growth, competitiveness, and job creation. It replaces the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board (revoking EO 13501) with a new advisory body of private-sector representatives and experts. The council has a 2-year lifespan unless extended by the President.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons With Respect to Serious Human Rights Abuses by the Government of Iran and Taking Certain Other Actions
This executive order blocks the property of Iranian officials and entities responsible for serious human rights abuses since June 12, 2009, and imposes related visa sanctions. It delegates implementation authority to the Secretaries of Treasury and State under existing statutory frameworks including IEEPA and CISADA.
Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010
This memorandum delegates specific presidential authorities under the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 (as amended by CISADA) and CISADA itself to the Secretary of State, Secretary of the Treasury, Secretary of Commerce, Attorney General, U.S. Trade Representative, Federal Reserve Chairman, and Export-Import Bank President. It maintains a prior 1996 memorandum for certain provisions while reassigning others.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
President Obama extended for one year the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act as they apply to Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The extension maintains the long-standing embargo framework ahead of its scheduled September 14, 2010 expiration.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons With Respect to North Korea
This executive order expands existing sanctions against North Korea by blocking U.S.-based assets and prohibiting transactions with individuals and entities involved in arms trade, luxury goods imports, money laundering, counterfeiting, narcotics trafficking, and other activities supporting the North Korean government. It builds upon prior sanctions in Executive Order 13466 and implements obligations from UN Security Council Resolutions 1718 and 1874.
Unleashing the Wireless Broadband Revolution
This memorandum directs federal agencies to free up 500 MHz of spectrum over 10 years for wireless broadband use, with the Commerce Department and NTIA leading coordination with the FCC. It mandates a Plan and Timetable by October 1, 2010, establishes an interagency steering group, and requires research into spectrum-sharing technologies, with progress reporting to the National Economic Council, OMB, and OSTP.
Establishing an Interagency Task Force on Federal Contracting Opportunities for Small Businesses
This memorandum creates an Interagency Task Force on Federal Contracting Opportunities for Small Businesses, co-chaired by the Secretary of Commerce, OMB Director, and SBA Administrator. The Task Force must deliver proposals within 120 days to increase small business contracting, and a website for transparency must be developed within 90 days to track small business participation in federal procurement.
Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development
This executive order establishes an Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development within the Small Business Administration to coordinate federal efforts to improve capital access, contracting opportunities, and business development support for small businesses owned by veterans and service-disabled veterans. The Task Force includes representatives from seven federal agencies and four veterans' organizations, and must report annually to the President on its activities and proposals.
Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Somalia
This executive order declares a national emergency and blocks U.S.-based property of individuals and entities contributing to conflict, piracy, or instability in Somalia. It authorizes Treasury and State to designate persons who threaten Somali peace processes, obstruct humanitarian aid, violate the UN arms embargo, or support such activities. The order takes effect immediately and applies to both listed individuals and future designations.
National Export Initiative
This executive order creates the National Export Initiative (NEI) to double U.S. exports over five years and establishes an Export Promotion Cabinet of cabinet-level officials and agency heads to coordinate federal export promotion efforts. The order directs the Cabinet to develop programs supporting small and medium-sized business exports, increase export credit, reduce trade barriers, and produce a comprehensive implementation plan within 180 days.
A Comprehensive Federal Strategy on Carbon Capture and Storage
This memorandum establishes an Interagency Task Force on Carbon Capture and Storage co-chaired by DOE and EPA to develop a plan within 180 days to overcome barriers to deploying CCS technology. It aims to bring 5-10 commercial demonstration projects online by 2016, with the goal of widespread cost-effective CCS deployment within 10 years.
President's Advisory Council on Financial Capability
Executive Order 13530 establishes a 22-member advisory council within the Department of the Treasury to promote financial literacy and access to financial services among Americans, with particular attention to underserved populations. The council is tasked with collecting information, advising the President and Treasury Secretary, and reporting periodically on financial capability in the United States. Unless extended by the President, the council automatically terminates two years after establishment.
Addressing Tax Delinquency by Government Contractors
This memorandum directs the IRS Commissioner to review contractor tax-delinquency certifications required under a 2008 Federal Acquisition Regulation amendment and report back within 90 days on their accuracy. It also orders OMB, Treasury, and agency heads to evaluate contracting officer practices and recommend within 90 days process improvements to block tax-delinquent contractors from receiving new awards, including a plan for a government-wide certification database.
Original Classification Authority
This presidential order designates specific Executive Office and agency officials with authority to originally classify information as 'Top Secret' or 'Secret' under Executive Order 13526 on classified national security information. It revokes prior classification designations while preserving certain delegations made under the previous executive order regime.
Reducing Improper Payments
This executive order establishes a comprehensive framework to reduce improper payments across federal programs by increasing transparency, designating accountable officials, setting reduction targets, and improving coordination between federal, state, and local governments. It creates public reporting requirements, working groups to recommend improvements, and mechanisms for public reporting of suspected waste, fraud, and abuse.
Employment of Veterans in the Federal Government
This executive order establishes a government-wide initiative to increase veteran hiring in the federal workforce by creating an interagency Council on Veterans Employment, requiring agencies to develop operational plans and designate veterans employment offices, and mandating training for HR personnel and hiring managers on veterans' preferences and special hiring authorities.
Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance
This executive order mandates federal agencies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy and water efficiency, eliminate waste, and adopt sustainable practices in buildings, fleets, and procurement. It establishes a comprehensive framework with specific reduction targets, reporting requirements, and oversight mechanisms through the Council on Environmental Quality and Office of Management and Budget.
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
This determination extends for one year the President's authority under the Trading With the Enemy Act (TWEA) as applied to Cuba, continuing economic sanctions implemented through the Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The extension maintains the long-standing embargo framework from September 14, 2009 until September 14, 2010.
Establishing a White House Council on Automotive Communities and Workers
This executive order creates a White House Council on Automotive Communities and Workers to coordinate federal assistance for areas hit hard by auto industry job losses. The council includes cabinet secretaries and senior officials across multiple agencies, and is tasked with aligning federal programs to support automotive workers and communities. It automatically terminates after two years unless extended by the President.
Establishment of the Interagency Committee on Trade in Timber Products from Peru and Assignment of Function under Section 501 of the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
This memorandum establishes an Interagency Committee on Trade in Timber Products from Peru to oversee implementation of Annex 18.3.4 of the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement, assigns a presidential function to the USTR, and directs several Cabinet secretaries to issue implementing regulations. The committee had a statutory deadline of 90 days after the Agreement's February 1, 2009 entry into force, making the establishment deadline May 2, 2009.
Establishing a White House Council on Women And Girls
This executive order creates a White House Council on Women and Girls to coordinate federal policy across agencies on issues affecting women and girls, including pay equity, healthcare access, educational opportunity, and workforce participation. The Council is advisory, composed of Cabinet secretaries and senior officials, and must submit an interagency plan within 150 days.
Establishment of the White House Office of Urban Affairs
This executive order creates the White House Office of Urban Affairs within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal urban policy across departments and agencies. The Office is tasked with developing a comprehensive urban policy agenda, ensuring federal spending in urban areas is effective, and engaging with state/local officials and private stakeholders.
Establishment of the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board
This executive order creates the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board (PERAB), a 17-member advisory body within the Department of the Treasury to provide independent, nonpartisan economic advice to the President during the 2008-2009 financial crisis. The board has purely advisory functions with no operational authority and is automatically set to terminate after two years unless extended.