Technology Directives

Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating Procurement

Published: Thu 20th Mar 25

This executive order directs the consolidation of domestic federal procurement of common goods and services under the General Services Administration (GSA).

The order cites the GSA's original mandate for efficient procurement and the significant annual spending on federal contracts as justification.

The order sets deadlines for agencies to submit proposals to the GSA, for the GSA to create a comprehensive plan, and for the OMB to designate the GSA Administrator as the executive agent for government-wide IT acquisition contracts.

The aim is to eliminate waste and duplication, improving efficiency and saving taxpayer dollars.

Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production

President Trump issued an executive order to significantly increase American mineral production.

The order aims to bolster national and economic security by reducing dependence on foreign mineral sources.

It directs various federal agencies to expedite permitting for mineral production projects, prioritize mineral extraction on federal lands, and leverage public and private funding to support domestic mineral companies.

The order addresses regulatory streamlining, waste disposal, and encouraging capital investment, clarifying the treatment of mine waste under the Mining Act of 1872.

Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness

This presidential order prioritizes state, local, and individual roles in national resilience and preparedness.

It directs the review and update of existing federal policies related to critical infrastructure, national continuity, and emergency response using a risk-informed approach.

The order also establishes a National Risk Register to quantify risks to national infrastructure, guiding future investments and budget priorities, and mandates a review of the complex system of national government functions for emergency and crisis response.

This executive order directs the continued reduction of the federal bureaucracy by eliminating or significantly downsizing several governmental entities.

The order targets specific agencies, including the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, the US Agency for Global Media, and others, instructing agency heads to submit reports detailing compliance within seven days.

Funding requests deemed inconsistent with the order's goals are to be rejected, while existing legal authorities are preserved.

The order explicitly states it does not create any legally enforceable rights.

President Trump issued an executive order revoking several executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations issued by the Biden administration.

The order focuses on restoring common sense to the federal government.

Specific actions revoked include those related to COVID-19 response, foreign policy workforce revitalization, LGBTQ+ human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply interruption, infant formula supply, solar energy, insulation, electrolyzers, heat pumps, biotechnology, multiple Department of Defense supply chains, and worker empowerment.

The order emphasizes that it does not create any new legal rights or benefits.

The President submitted a list of nominations to the Senate for numerous key positions across various federal departments and agencies.

These nominations include ambassadors to several countries, leadership appointments within the Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs, Commerce, Energy, and Justice, as well as other notable roles within the executive branch.

Establishing The White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026

This presidential order establishes the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President.

The Task Force's purpose is to coordinate federal efforts to prepare for and execute the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leveraging the event's potential for economic growth and tourism.

The Task Force will comprise numerous cabinet secretaries and White House advisors, and will be administratively housed within the Department of Homeland Security.

The order outlines the Task Force's responsibilities, reporting requirements, and termination date (December 31, 2026, unless extended).

Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Copper

This Presidential order directs the Secretary of Commerce to investigate the national security implications of US dependence on foreign copper imports.

The order cites concerns about vulnerabilities in the copper supply chain, particularly the dominance of a single foreign producer, and the critical role of copper in defense, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.

The investigation will assess the effects of copper imports on national security, considering factors like domestic production capacity, foreign competition effects, and the potential for foreign market manipulation.

The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with submitting a report including findings on national security threats and recommendations for mitigating those risks, including potential tariffs, export controls, and incentives for domestic production.