United States

Presidential Actions

Executive orders, proclamations, and presidential memoranda, summarized in plain language.

October 19, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Order directs NIH to create a women’s health research division

A new NIH division and White House task force are tasked with improving research, prevention and care for women and girls across life stages.

October 17, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

White House waives newly ordered Russia-linked tariffs

The order sets steep duties on Russian goods and some countries’ exports, but waives their application until further action is judged appropriate.

October 8, 2026
MemorandumThe White House

White House Orders Inquiry Into Allegations Against Fed Governor Cook

A presidential committee will hear evidence on November 5 and recommend whether there is cause to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board.

October 7, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

October to spotlight U.S. energy expansion

The proclamation designates October 2026 as a month focused on domestic energy production, infrastructure and affordability.

October 7, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. to observe Columbus Day on October 12, 2026

The proclamation calls for public observances and U.S. flags on public buildings that day.

October 6, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Farmers and truckers may get a temporary diesel tax break

Treasury has five days to decide whether eligible taxpayers can defer certain diesel taxes for fuel-related costs from October 5 through December 31, 2026.

October 2, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

October 2 will recognize U.S. manufacturing workers and businesses

The proclamation designates October 2, 2026, as National Manufacturing Day and calls on Americans to recognize people who make and build products.

September 29, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Federal order sets 2028 targets to cut ticks and mosquitoes in D.C.

Federal agencies must launch a D.C. pest-control campaign and pursue new tools, disease research, and possible allergy labels.

September 29, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Federal agencies must use “SI” instead of “AI” in official materials

The order changes federal agencies’ terminology and gives the president’s science adviser 60 days to propose a federal definition.

September 29, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Federal agencies must connect high-use services to America.gov

The order directs agencies to connect qualifying online services to a shared portal while keeping other ways to access services available.

September 28, 2026
Nomination & AppointmentThe White House

Senate receives 17 nominees for federal posts

The Senate will consider nominees for roles in diplomacy, law enforcement, agriculture finance and federal agency oversight.

September 25, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. designates Sept. 27 to honor families of fallen service members

The proclamation asks government officials to fly the U.S. flag and encourages public ceremonies in recognition of bereaved military families.

September 18, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Federal order tightens H-1B reviews, flags employer layoffs and outsourcing

An executive order directs agencies to coordinate tougher H-1B screening, consider employer layoffs when approving petitions, and the Labor Department will review prior applications within 30 days.

September 18, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

President extends H‑1B entry limits tied to $100,000 petition payment

H-1B applicants abroad and their employers must meet a $100,000 payment requirement; the proclamation extends these restrictions and directs agencies to enforce them.

September 17, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Federal agencies face deadlines on fishing rules, data and reefs

The order directs agencies to review rules affecting anglers and charter operators and sets timelines for new data tools, permits and artificial reef projects.

September 17, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

Order directs agencies to widen hunting access on federal lands

The order sets deadlines for broader recreation access, hunter education guidance, wildlife management, and wild-game donation efforts.

September 17, 2026
Nomination & AppointmentThe White House

Five nominees withdrawn from Senate consideration

The administration has asked the Senate to withdraw five nominations for federal positions; the release gives no reasons for the withdrawals.

September 16, 2026
MemorandumThe White House

Federal agencies told to review Canadian goods in civilian purchasing

The memo directs agencies to identify Canadian-made items that could be removed from federal civilian buying under existing law and consider domestic alternatives.

September 16, 2026
Executive OrderThe White House

New order targets Bay funds at measurable water gains

Federal agencies must prioritize projects that reduce Bay pollution, while EPA works with watershed jurisdictions to assess stormwater fees and encourage their repeal.

September 16, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

President declares Constitution Week 2026 and urges schools to teach citizenship

Sept. 17–23, 2026 is proclaimed Constitution Week; the President calls on teachers and local leaders to teach students about constitutional rights and responsibilities.

September 16, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. marks September 18 for POW/MIA recognition

The proclamation designates September 18, 2026, to honor U.S. service members held as prisoners or still missing.

September 14, 2026
Nomination & AppointmentThe White House

White House sends 41 judicial, diplomatic, and agency nominees to the Senate

41 nominations cover federal judges, ambassadors, agency leaders (including FDA and Navy), and other posts; the Senate will consider confirmations.

September 9, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

Sept. 11, 2026 named Patriot Day; flags to fly at half-staff

The President designates Sept. 11, 2026 as Patriot Day, directs federal flags at half-staff, and asks governors, agencies, and the public to observe the 25th anniversary.

September 8, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. to bar imports of certain Canadian heavy motorcycles starting Sept 29, 2026

From 12:01 a.m. ET on Sept 29, 2026, specified Canadian-made heavy motorcycles will be excluded from U.S. importation; previously unentered shipments remain subject to a 50% duty.

September 8, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. to bar imports of specified Canadian whey, molasses, and non‑alcoholic beer

Effective Sept 29, 2026, certain Canadian dairy-derived products, molasses, and non‑alcoholic beer listed in the Annex will be excluded from U.S. importation.

July 20, 2026
ProclamationThe White House

U.S. adds new tariffs on selected Canadian imports over auto trade dispute

The proclamation imposes a new 50% duty on certain Canadian products, citing Canada's treatment of U.S. motor vehicle exports.