Economy Directives

Establishing the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud

This Presidential Action establishes the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud within the Executive Office of the President, chaired by the Vice President, to develop and implement a comprehensive national strategy against fraud, waste, and abuse in federally funded benefit programs administered by states.

The order cites extensive fraud in programs like SNAP and Medicaid, often exacerbated by lax state controls and alleged political motivations, and directs the Task Force to mandate minimum anti-fraud standards, improve eligibility verification, coordinate data sharing, and pursue enforcement actions, including examination of withholding funds from non-compliant jurisdictions.

Adjusting Certain Delegations Under the Defense Production Act

Published: Fri 13th Mar 26

This Presidential Action amends Executive Order 13603 by granting the Secretary of Energy independent authority alongside the Secretary of Commerce in exercising powers delegated under the Defense Production Act (DPA).

Furthermore, the order clarifies that agency heads are not required to recommend actions to the President under Executive Order 14156 concerning a national energy emergency if that specific action authority has already been delegated to them via the DPA or other means.

Ensuring Truthful Advertising of Products Claiming to be Made in America

This Presidential Action establishes a policy to protect consumers and domestic manufacturers by requiring enforcement against fraudulent or misleading "Made in America" advertising claims, especially in the digital marketplace.

The order instructs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize enforcement actions and consider regulations holding online marketplaces accountable for verifying origin claims.

Additionally, it directs agencies overseeing government contracts to review and verify American-origin claims for procured products, referring potential violators of the Buy American Act to the Department of Justice for action under the False Claims Act.

The Order concludes with standard general provisions detailing implementation subject to law and appropriations.

Removing Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Home Construction

This Presidential Action establishes a policy favoring the reduction of regulatory barriers across federal agencies to lower the costs and speed the process of residential construction, thereby promoting American homeownership.

The order directs components within the Departments of the Army, EPA, Commerce, HUD, Transportation, Agriculture, and Energy, alongside the FHFA and the Council on Environmental Quality, to review and revise existing rules—particularly those related to water permitting, environmental review (NEPA/CWA), building codes, and development mandates—that unnecessarily constrain housing inventory.

Furthermore, it requires HUD to develop best practices for state and local governments to mimic this deregulation and mandates an evaluation of aligning Opportunity Zone incentives to specifically boost single-family home construction.

Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit

Published: Fri 13th Mar 26

The President issued an order to reduce regulatory burdens imposed primarily by Dodd-Frank and subsequent rulemakings that have increased compliance costs and reduced participation, especially among community banks, in mortgage origination and servicing.

The action directs various federal agencies, including the CFPB, Federal Reserve, FDIC, and FHFA, to revise rules concerning Ability-to-Repay (ATR), Qualified Mortgage (QM), HMDA reporting, capital requirements, appraisals, and servicing to improve the availability and affordability of mortgage credit, particularly for smaller banks and creditworthy borrowers facing barriers.

Women’s History Month, 2026

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation designating March 2026 as Women's History Month, recognizing the diverse and significant achievements of American women throughout the nation's 250-year history.

The proclamation celebrates women in leadership, industry, service, and family roles, while also detailing specific policy actions taken by the administration intended to empower women and families, focusing on economic relief, child-rearing support, and maintaining fair competition in women's sports.

Promoting Fiscal Responsibility in Compensation Practices at the Tennessee Valley Authority

Published: Wed 11th Mar 26

This Presidential Memorandum directs the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to promote fiscal responsibility by imposing limits on employee compensation, citing excessive executive pay compared to public sector standards.

The core directive requires the Board to consider compensation of federal and state officials more heavily in its annual surveys and to adopt policies establishing a maximum total annual compensation of $500,000 for all TVA employees, effective for new arrangements entered into after the memorandum's date.

The Board has 90 days to consider adopting these policies and 120 days to submit written certification of compliance to the President through the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Combating Cybercrime, Fraud, and Predatory Schemes Against American Citizens

This Presidential Action establishes a firm policy to protect Americans from cybercrime, fraud, and predatory schemes often orchestrated by Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs), sometimes with state sponsorship.

The order directs several key agencies to review existing frameworks and develop an action plan within 120 days to disrupt and dismantle these TCOs, necessitating the creation of an operational cell within the National Coordination Center (NCC).

Furthermore, it mandates recommendations for a Victim Restoration Program using seized funds and requires the Secretary of State to engage diplomatically to compel foreign nations to curb such criminal activity or face U.S. consequences.