[Title 3 CFR ]
[Code of Federal Regulations (annual edition) - January 1, 2023 Edition]
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Title 3
The President
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Revised as of January 1, 2023
2022 Compilation and Parts 100-102
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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List of Title 3 Compilations..........................................iv
Explanation of the Code of Federal Regulations........................vi
Explanation of This Title.............................................ix
How To Cite This Title................................................xi
Title 3.............................................................xiii
2022 Compilation--Presidential Documents..........................1
Chapter I--Executive Office of the President....................581
Title 3 Finding Aids.................................................591
Tables..........................................................593
List of CFR Sections Affected...................................617
Index...........................................................619
CFR Finding Aids.....................................................627
Table of CFR Titles and Chapters................................629
Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR..............649
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TITLE 3 COMPILATIONS
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Title 3 Compilations Proclamations Executive Orders
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1936-1938...................... 2161-2286......... 7316-7905
1938-1943...................... 2287-2587......... 7906-9347
1943-1948...................... 2588-2823......... 9348-10025
1949-1953...................... 2824-3041......... 10026-10510
1954-1958...................... 3042-3265......... 10511-10797
1959-1963...................... 3266-3565......... 10798-11134
1964-1965...................... 3566-3694......... 11135-11263
1966-1970...................... 3695-4025......... 11264-11574
1971-1975...................... 4026-4411......... 11575-11893
1976........................... 4412-4480......... 11894-11949
1977........................... 4481-4543......... 11950-12032
1978........................... 4544-4631......... 12033-12110
1979........................... 4632-4709......... 12111-12187
1980........................... 4710-4812......... 12188-12260
1981........................... 4813-4889......... 12261-12336
1982........................... 4890-5008......... 12337-12399
1983........................... 5009-5142......... 12400-12456
1984........................... 5143-5291......... 12457-12497
1985........................... 5292-5424......... 12498-12542
1986........................... 5425-5595......... 12543-12579
1987........................... 5596-5759......... 12580-12622
1988........................... 5760-5928......... 12623-12662
1989........................... 5929-6084......... 12663-12698
1990........................... 6085-6240......... 12699-12741
1991........................... 6241-6398......... 12742-12787
1992........................... 6399-6520......... 12788-12827
1993........................... 6521-6643......... 12828-12890
1994........................... 6644-6763......... 12891-12944
1995........................... 6764-6859......... 12945-12987
1996........................... 6860-6965......... 12988-13033
1997........................... 6966-7061......... 13034-13071
1998........................... 7062-7161......... 13072-13109
1999........................... 7162-7262......... 13110-13144
2000........................... 7263-7389......... 13145-13185
2001........................... 7263-7516......... 13145-13251
2002........................... 7517-7635......... 13252-13282
2003........................... 7636-7748......... 13283-13323
2004........................... 7749-7858......... 13324-13368
2005........................... 7859-7972......... 13369-13394
2006........................... 7873-8098......... 13395-13421
2007........................... 8099-8214......... 13422-13453
2008........................... 8215-8334......... 13454-13483
2009........................... 8335-8469......... 13484-13527
2010........................... 8470-8621......... 13528-13562
2011........................... 8622-8772......... 13563-13596
2012........................... 8773-8925......... 13597-13635
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2013........................... 8926-9075......... 13636-13655
2014........................... 9076-9226......... 13656-13686
2015........................... 9227-9387......... 13687-13715
2016........................... 9388-9562......... 13716-13757
2017........................... 9563-9688......... 13758-13819
2018........................... 9689-9835......... 13820-13856
2019........................... 9836-9975......... 13857-13901
2020........................... 9976-10131........ 13902-13970
2021........................... 10132-10333....... 13971-14061
2022........................... 10334-10512....... 14062-14090
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Beginning with 1976, Title 3 compilations also include regulations
contained in Chapter I, Executive Office of the President.
Supplementary publications include: Presidential documents of the Hoover
Administration (two volumes), Proclamations 1870-2037 and Executive
Orders 5076-6070; Consolidated Indexes for 1936-1965; and Consolidated
Tables for 1936-1965.
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EXPLANATION
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EXPLANATION OF THIS TITLE
This volume of ``Title 3--The President'' contains a compilation of
Presidential documents and a codification of regulations issued by the
Executive Office of the President.
The 2022 Compilation contains the full text of those documents
signed by the President that were required to be published in the
Federal Register. Signature date rather than publication date is the
criterion for inclusion. With each annual volume, the Presidential
documents signed in the previous year become the new compilation.
Chapter I contains regulations issued by the Executive Office of the
President. This section is a true codification like other CFR volumes,
in that its contents are organized by subject or regulatory area and are
updated by individual issues of the Federal Register.
Presidential documents in this volume may be cited ``3 CFR, 2022
Comp.'' Thus, the preferred abbreviated citation for Proclamation 10334
appearing on page 1 of this book, is ``3 CFR, 2022 Comp., p. 1.''
Chapter I entries may be cited ``3 CFR.'' Thus, the preferred
abbreviated citation for section 100.1, appearing in chapter I of this
book, is ``3 CFR 100.1.''
This book is one of the volumes in a series that began with
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13, 1936, and that has been continued by means of annual compilations
and periodic cumulations. The entire Title 3 series, as of January 1,
2023, is encompassed in the volumes listed on page iv.
For readers interested in proclamations and Executive orders prior
to 1936, there is a two-volume set entitled Proclamations and Executive
Orders, Herbert Hoover (March 4, 1929, to March 4, 1933). Codified
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Proclamations and Executive Orders (April 13, 1945--January 20, 1989).
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Director of the Publications and Services Division; Kimberly R.
Tilliman, Supervisor of the Presidential and Legislative Publications
Unit; and Lois M. Davis, Editor.
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Cite Presidential documents in this volume
3 CFR, 2022 Comp.
thus: 3 CFR, 2022 Comp., p. 1
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Cite chapter I entries in this volume
3 CFR
thus: 3 CFR 100.1
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TITLE 3--THE PRESIDENT
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2022 Compilation--Presidential Documents:
Proclamations.....................................................1
Executive Orders................................................311
Other Presidential Documents....................................485
Chapter I--Executive Office of the President:
Part 100.........................................................582
Part 101.........................................................582
Part 102.........................................................582
Finding Aids:
Table 1--Proclamations...........................................593
Table 2--Executive Orders........................................599
Table 3--Other Presidential Documents............................601
Table 4--Presidential Documents Affected During 2022.............607
Table 5--Statutes Cited as Authority for Presidential Documents..613
List of CFR Sections Affected....................................617
Index............................................................619
CFR Finding Aids:
Table of CFR Titles and Chapters.................................629
Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR...............649
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2022 Compilation--Presidential Documents
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Proclamations
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Proclamation 10334 of January 14, 2022
Religious Freedom Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From the earliest days of our Nation, courageous people from every part
of the world have come to the United States in search of religious
liberty, risking everything to flee oppression, persecution, and
discrimination because of their beliefs. Our Founders enshrined the
principle of religious freedom in the First Amendment to our
Constitution, establishing it as a cornerstone of who we are as a
Nation. Today, America remains a religiously diverse Nation--a land
uniquely strengthened by the routine and extraordinary commingling of
faiths and belief systems. On Religious Freedom Day, we recommit
ourselves to the protection and advancement of this vital aspect of our
American character--and to protecting the freedom of people of all
faiths and none, both across our Nation and around the world.
Our country's greatest strength is and always has been our diversity,
including the multitude of faiths and beliefs practiced across our
Nation. My Administration is committed to strengthening the Federal
workforce by ensuring that it resembles the full breadth of our people
by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, including
on the basis of religion. That is why I reestablished the White House
Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships to serve people in
need by partnering with both religious and secular organizations. These
public-private partnerships embody the American system of religious
freedom and are effective--whether by working together to get people
vaccinated against COVID-19, providing nutritious meals to children, or
welcoming and resettling refugees to the United States.
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Everyone should feel safe when attending a religious service, school, a
community center event, or while walking down the street wearing the
symbols of their faith. To help ensure that everyone can practice their
faith without fear, my Administration has implemented increased funding
for the Department of Homeland Security's Nonprofit Security Grant
Program, which makes funding available to threatened nonprofits--
including houses of worship and other religious affiliated entities--to
improve their safety and security. I also signed the COVID-19 Hate
Crimes Act, which included the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act to provide tools
that we know are effective in preventing and prosecuting hate crimes. We
must constantly affirm that hate has no safe harbor in America. My
Administration remains steadfast in our efforts to lead and advance
human rights including the freedom of religion around the globe at a
time when many people are subject to horrifying persecution for their
faith and beliefs.
In my life, faith has always been a beacon of hope and a calling to
purpose, as it is for so many Americans, and I believe that protecting
religious freedom is as important now as it has ever been. We must
continue our work to ensure that people of all faiths--or none--are
treated as full participants in society, equal in rights and dignity. We
can only fully realize the freedom we wish for ourselves by helping to
ensure liberty for all. On Religious Freedom Day, let us rededicate
ourselves to these fundamental principles.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 16, 2022, as
Religious Freedom Day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10335 of January 14, 2022
Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On a late summer day in 1963, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,
stood on the National Mall before hundreds of thousands of demonstrators
who had gathered to march for freedom, justice, and equality. On that
day, Dr. King shared a dream that has continued to inspire a Nation: To
bring justice where there is injustice, freedom where there is
oppression, peace where there is violence, and opportunity where there
is poverty. Today, people of all backgrounds continue that march--
raising their voices to confront abuses of power, challenge hate and
discrimination, protect the right to vote, and access quality jobs,
health care, housing, and education. On this day, we reflect on the
legacy of a man who issued a call to the conscience of our Nation and
our world.
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Dr. King pushed us to see ourselves in one another, recognizing that we
are ``caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single
garment of destiny.'' He reminded us that we have a duty to uphold our
founding ideals and work to perfect our Union. Through bus boycotts,
restaurant sit-ins, freedom rides, and marches, the movement that Dr.
King helped lead used non-violent protest and civil disobedience to
advance the call for justice. He was jailed dozens of times for his
efforts, but Dr. King's commitment to justice never wavered. From a
Birmingham jail, he reminded us that ``human progress never rolls in on
wheels of inevitability . . . injustice must be rooted out by strong,
persistent, and determined action.''
Living up to his legacy, and what Dr. King believed our Nation could
become requires more than just reflection--it requires action. We must
protect the hard-fought gains he helped achieve and continue his
unfinished struggle. That is why the Congress must pass Federal
legislation to protect the right to vote--a right that is under attack
by a sinister combination of voter suppression and election subversion.
We must confront the scourge of racism and white supremacy--a stain on
our Nation--and give hate no safe harbor in America. We must strive to
achieve not just political equality but also economic justice so that
workers can earn a decent living, students can learn safely, the sick
can access health care, the poor can climb out of poverty, the elderly
can age with dignity, and everyone in America can live without
discrimination or fear.
Just as in Dr. King's time, there are those who now say that change
would be too disruptive and that these urgent needs can wait. But we
must resist complacency, summon new resolve to advance the cause of
freedom and opportunity, and do our part to bend the arc of the moral
universe toward justice. This is the cause of our time. We are at an
inflection point in our history--in the midst of a battle for the very
soul of our Nation. We all must find the courage to keep pushing forward
in our struggle to realize Dr. King's dream for a freer, fairer, and
more just society. We must keep the faith in that righteous cause--and
in each other.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Monday, January
17, 2022, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. I encourage
all Americans to observe this day with appropriate civic, community, and
service projects in honor of Dr. King and to visit www.MLKDay.gov to
find Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service projects across our
country.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10336 of January 31, 2022
American Heart Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming
the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. During American Heart
Month, we raise awareness of the risks of heart disease, remember those
we have lost, and highlight steps we can all take to save the lives of
countless loved ones and address the unequal burden of heart disease in
high-risk communities.
Through research and innovation, we have made considerable progress in
recent years to advance our knowledge and treatment of heart disease.
New technologies allow us to diagnose, prevent, and treat heart disease
more rapidly and effectively than ever before. We also have a better
understanding of heart disease risk factors, such as high blood
pressure, bad cholesterol, smoking, being overweight or obese, and type
2 diabetes.
Despite the significant progress we have made, heart disease continues
to exact a heartbreaking toll--a burden disproportionately carried by
Black and brown Americans, American Indians and Alaska Natives, and
people who live in rural communities. Cardiovascular diseases--including
heart conditions and strokes--are also a leading cause of pregnancy-
related deaths, which are highest among women of color. Addressing these
tragic disparities and improving heart health has never been more
important, as people suffering from heart disease and related conditions
are also at increased risk of severe illness and long-term effects from
COVID-19.
My Administration is committed to supporting Americans in their efforts
to achieve better heart health, as well as closing the racial gaps in
cardiovascular disease. That is why I have asked the Congress to launch
a major new initiative--the Advanced Research Projects Agency for
Health, or ARPA-H--which would invest billions of dollars in preventing,
detecting, and treating cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and other
deadly diseases. My Administration is also working across Federal
agencies to develop new programs to alleviate heart health disparities,
including those that threaten maternal health.
Engaging in regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy diet and
weight, managing stress, avoiding smoking and vaping, and getting
quality sleep each night can all reduce the risk of heart disease and
help people live longer, healthier lives. While it is essential to see a
health care professional if you have symptoms or risk factors related to
heart disease, research shows that taking a little time each day to
promote a healthy lifestyle can help improve your long-term heart
health.
On Friday, February 4th--National Wear Red Day--we honor those we have
lost to heart disease and raise awareness of the actions we can all take
to prevent it. The First Lady and I encourage all Americans to observe
this important day. Continuing the fight against cardiovascular disease
is crucial to improving our Nation's public health. During American
Heart Month, we must recommit ourselves to ensuring a healthier future
for all Americans.
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In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing fight against
cardiovascular disease, the Congress, by Joint Resolution approved
December 30, 1963, as amended (36 U.S.C. 101), has requested that the
President issue an annual proclamation designating February as
``American Heart Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim February 2022 as American Heart Month,
and I invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on
February 4, 2022. I also invite the Governors of the States, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of other areas subject to the
jurisdiction of the United States, and the American people to join me in
recognizing and reaffirming our commitment to fighting cardiovascular
disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10337 of January 31, 2022
National Black History Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration
and a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, Black
culture is American culture, and Black stories are essential to the
ongoing story of America--our faults, our struggles, our progress, and
our aspirations. Shining a light on Black history today is as important
to understanding ourselves and growing stronger as a Nation as it has
ever been. That is why it is essential that we take time to celebrate
the immeasurable contributions of Black Americans, honor the legacies
and achievements of generations past, reckon with centuries of
injustice, and confront those injustices that still fester today.
Our Nation was founded on an idea: that all of us are created equal and
deserve to be treated with equal dignity throughout our lives. It is a
promise we have never fully lived up to but one that we have never, ever
walked away from. The long shadows of slavery, Jim Crow, and redlining--
and the blight of systemic racism that still diminishes our Nation
today--hold America back from reaching our full promise and potential.
But by facing those tragedies openly and honestly and working together
as one people to deliver on America's promise of equity and dignity for
all, we become a stronger Nation--a more perfect version of ourselves.
Across the generations, countless Black Americans have demonstrated
profound moral courage and resilience to help shape our Nation for the
better. Today, Black Americans lead industries and movements for change,
serve our communities and our Nation at every level, and advance every
field across the board, including arts and sciences, business and law,
health and education, and many more. In the face of wounds and obstacles
older than
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our Nation itself, Black Americans can be seen in every part of our
society today, strengthening and uplifting all of America.
Vice President Harris and I are deeply committed to advancing equity,
racial justice, and opportunity for Black Americans as we continue
striving to realize America's founding promise. That began by building a
Federal Government that looks like America: including the first Black
Secretary of Defense, the first Black woman to head the Office of
Management and Budget, the first Black man to lead the Environmental
Protection Agency, the first Black woman to lead the Department of
Housing and Urban Development in more than 40 years, the first Black
chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, a Black
Ambassador representing America at the United Nations, and the first
Black and South Asian Vice President in our history. We have been proud
to appoint accomplished Black Americans to serve in a vast array of
roles across our Administration. I am prouder still to have already
nominated eight Black women to serve as Federal appellate judges--
matching in just 1 year the total number of Black women who have ever
served on Federal appeals courts.
My Administration has worked hard to reverse decades of underinvestment
in Black communities, schools, and businesses. Both the American Rescue
Plan and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law are making historic
investments in Black America--from vaccine shots in arms to checks in
families' pockets and tax cuts for working families with children to a
landmark $5.8 billion investment in and support for Historically Black
Colleges and Universities. And in my first year in office, the American
Rescue Plan provided the full Child Tax Credit to the lower income
families of more than 26 million children--who are disproportionately
Black--and put us on a path to cut Black child poverty in half.
As the Infrastructure Law continues to be implemented, we will expand on
that progress. Lead service lines that have contaminated the water of
too many homes and schools in Black communities will be removed and
replaced. We will deliver high-speed internet to every community so that
no Black family is left behind in the 21st century economy. Historic
investments in public transportation will help more people in more
neighborhoods get to where good jobs actually are quickly and safely. We
will reconnect Black neighborhoods cut off from opportunity by highways
that were built to brush them aside. Long-standing environmental
injustices that have hit Black communities the hardest will be
remediated. We will deliver major investments in Black entrepreneurs and
small businesses--including making the Minority Business Development
Agency permanent and seeding it with a record $110 million in new
resources to help level the playing field for Black businesses.
But this is only the start. To fulfill America's promise for all, we
will work tirelessly in the year ahead to deliver on my Build Back
Better agenda, bringing down the costs that families face on child care,
housing, education, health care, prescription drugs, and so much more.
We will continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic with equity at the
center of our response. We will not rest until we have protected the
foundation of our democracy: the sacred right to vote. And we will fight
to keep dismantling all of those structural inequities that have served
as barriers for Black families for generations.
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As we celebrate National Black History Month, let us all recommit
ourselves to reach for that founding promise. Let us continue to fight
for the equity, opportunity, and dignity to which every Black American
is due in equal measure. Let us carry forward the work to build an
America that is, in the beautiful words of the poet Amanda Gorman,
``Bruised, but whole--benevolent, but bold, fierce, and free.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 2022 as
National Black History Month. I call upon public officials, educators,
librarians, and all the people of the United States to observe this
month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10338 of January 31, 2022
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, we
recommit ourselves to ensuring our society is one in which all young
people can live fulfilling and productive lives free of violence and
fear.
Teen dating violence takes many forms, including physical or sexual
assault, stalking, coercive and controlling behavior, emotional abuse,
harassment, and exploitation. It can occur in person, online, or through
various forms of technology. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
research shows that more than 8 percent of high school students in the
United States reported experiencing physical or sexual dating violence
over the course of a 1-year period, with young women and LGBTQI+ youth
facing the highest rates. Young people who are survivors of teen dating
violence can suffer from depression, substance abuse, risk of suicide,
eating disorders, poor academic outcomes, unintended pregnancy, and
other struggles. Sadly, survivors of teenage dating violence are more
likely to be revictimized as adults. These effects are compounded for
girls and young women of color, who are less often recognized as
survivors of dating and sexual violence and face additional barriers to
seeking help.
My Administration is committed to supporting programs that are proven to
help preteens and teens develop safe and healthy relationships. We have
released a range of new resources to equip communities with effective
tools to prevent and address teen dating violence. These tools will help
teens stay safe online and when they use electronic devices; help
colleges and universities respond effectively to dating violence, sexual
assault, stalking
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and other forms of abuse; and provide resources and training programs
that prevent abuse and promote healthy relationships. Information on
these programs, as well as other resources, are available at
VetoViolence.CDC.gov. We are also enforcing Title IX's protections for
students on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation to
support transgender students who experience higher rates of violence.
During National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, we
recommit ourselves to ending this scourge of our society and providing
our young people every chance to live the fulfilling and productive
lives they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 2022 as
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. I call
upon everyone to educate themselves and others about teen dating
violence so that together we can stop it.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10339 of February 4, 2022
To Continue Facilitating Positive Adjustment to Competition From Imports
of Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Whether or Not
Partially or Fully Assembled Into Other Products)
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On January 23, 2018, pursuant to section 203 of the Trade Act of
1974, as amended (the ``Trade Act'') (19 U.S.C. 2253), the President
issued Proclamation 9693, imposing a safeguard measure for a period of 4
years that included both a tariff-rate quota (TRQ) on imports of certain
crystalline silicon photovoltaic (CSPV) cells, not partially or fully
assembled into other products, provided for in subheading 8541.40.6025
of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), and an
increase in duties (safeguard tariff) on imports of CSPV cells exceeding
the TRQ and all imports of other CSPV products, including modules
provided for in subheading 8541.40.6015 of the HTS. Proclamation 9693
exempted imports from certain designated beneficiary countries under the
Generalized System of Preferences from the application of the safeguard
measure.
2. Clause (4) and Annex I of Proclamation 9693 directed the United
States Trade Representative (USTR) to establish procedures for
interested persons to request the exclusion of particular products from
the safeguard measure. These provisions also authorized the USTR, in
consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Energy,
to determine whether a
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particular product should be excluded, and, upon publication of a
determination in the Federal Register, to modify the HTS to implement
such determination. Furthermore, they authorized the USTR to modify or
to terminate such determinations. Effective June 13, 2019, the USTR
excluded bifacial solar panels that absorb light and generate
electricity on each side of the panel and that consist of only bifacial
solar cells that absorb light and generate electricity on both sides of
the cells (bifacial modules). Exclusion of Particular Products From the
Solar Products Safeguard Measure, 84 FR 27684 (June 13, 2019).
3. On February 7, 2020, the United States International Trade Commission
(USITC) issued its report, pursuant to section 204(a)(2) of the Trade
Act (19 U.S.C. 2254(a)(2)), on the results of its monitoring of
developments with respect to the domestic solar industry (USITC,
Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Partially or
Fully Assembled Into Other Products: Monitoring Developments in the
Domestic Industry, No. TA-201-075 (Monitoring)). In its report, the
USITC found that, following imposition of the safeguard measure, prices
for CSPV cells and modules declined in a manner consistent with
historical trends, but that prices were higher than they would have been
without the safeguard measure.
4. On March 6, 2020, the USITC issued an additional report pursuant to a
request from the USTR under section 204(a)(4) of the Trade Act (19
U.S.C. 2254(a)(4)), regarding the probable economic effect on the
domestic CSPV cell and module manufacturing industry of modifying the
safeguard measure to increase the level of the TRQ on CSPV cells from
the current 2.5 gigawatts (GW) to 4.0, 5.0, or 6.0 GW (USITC,
Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or Not Partially or
Fully Assembled Into Other Products: Advice on the Probable Economic
Effect of Certain Modifications to the Safeguard Measure, No. TA-201-075
(Modification)). In its report, the USITC advised that increasing the
TRQ would help to continue growth in solar module production, but that
expanded access to imported cells not subject to safeguard duties would
put downward pressure on prices for cells made in the United States.
5. After taking into account the information provided in the USITC's
reports, and after receiving a petition from a majority of the
representatives of the domestic industry with respect to each of the
following modifications, and under section 204(b)(1)(B) of the Trade Act
(19 U.S.C. 2254(b)(1)(B)), the President issued Proclamation 10101 on
October 10, 2020, in which he determined that the domestic industry has
begun to make a positive adjustment to import competition, as shown by
the increases in domestic module production capacity, production, and
market share. Proclamation 10101 also:
(a) revoked the exclusion of bifacial modules from application of
the safeguard measure on the basis that it had impaired and was likely
to continue to impair the effectiveness of the safeguard action; and
(b) adjusted the safeguard tariff for the fourth year of the
safeguard measure from 15 percent to 18 percent on the basis that the
exclusion of bifacial modules from application of the safeguard tariffs
had impaired the remedial effectiveness of the 4-year action proclaimed
in Proclamation 9693, and to achieve the full remedial effect envisaged
in that action.
6. On November 16, 2021, the United States Court of International Trade
held in Solar Energy Industries Association et al. v. United States
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that the President acted outside of his statutory authority in issuing
Proclamation 10101, and enjoined the Government from enforcing that
proclamation. This injunction had the effect of reinstating the
exclusion of bifacial modules from the safeguard tariffs and lowering
the fourth year safeguard tariff to 15 percent. On January 14, 2022, the
Government filed a notice of appeal of SEIA to the United States Court
of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
7. On December 8, 2021, in response to petitions by representatives of
the domestic industry, the USITC issued its determination and report
pursuant to section 204(c) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2254(c)), finding
that safeguard action continues to be necessary to prevent or remedy the
serious injury to the domestic industry, and that there is evidence that
the domestic industry is making a positive adjustment to import
competition (USITC, Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells, Whether or
Not Partially or Fully Assembled Into Other Products, Investigation No.
TA-201-75 (Extension)).
8. Section 203(e)(1)(B) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2253(e)(1)(B))
authorizes the President, after receiving an affirmative determination
from the USITC pursuant to section 204(c) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C.
2254(c)), to extend the effective period of any action taken under
section 203 of the Trade Act if the President determines that the action
continues to be necessary to prevent or remedy the serious injury, and
there is evidence that the domestic industry is making a positive
adjustment to import competition.
9. After taking into account the information provided in the USITC's
report and the information received from the public through the process
published in the Federal Register on September 30, 2021 (86 FR 54279),
pursuant to section 203(e)(1)(B) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C.
2253(e)(1)(B)), I have determined that the safeguard action on imports
of CSPV cells, whether or not partially or fully assembled into other
products, continues to be necessary to prevent or remedy the serious
injury to the domestic industry, and that there is evidence that the
domestic industry is making a positive adjustment to import competition.
I have further determined to extend the safeguard measure proclaimed in
Proclamation 9693, as modified by Proclamation 10101 (to the extent
permitted by law), as follows:
(a) continuation of the TRQ on imports of solar cells not partially
or fully assembled into other products described in paragraph 1 of this
proclamation for an additional period of 4 years, with unchanging
within-quota quantities of 5.0 GW for each year and annual reductions in
the rates of duty applicable to goods entered in excess of those
quantities of cells in the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth years, as
described in Annex I to this proclamation;
(b) continuation of the increase in duties on imports of modules
described in paragraph 1 of this proclamation for an additional period
of 4 years, with annual reductions in the fifth, sixth, seventh, and
eighth years, as described in Annex I to this proclamation; and
(c) exclusion of bifacial panels from the extension of duties
proclaimed in this paragraph.
10. I have determined that an extension of this safeguard measure will
provide greater economic and social benefits than costs.
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11. As provided in Proclamation 9693, this safeguard measure shall
continue to apply to imports from all countries, except as provided in
clause (4) of this proclamation and paragraph 10 of Proclamation 9693.
12. Section 204(a)(2) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2254(a)(2)) requires
the USITC to issue a report on its monitoring of developments with
respect to the domestic industry, including the progress and specific
efforts made by workers and firms in the domestic industry to make a
positive adjustment to import competition, no later than the midpoint of
the period of the extension. After I receive that report, I will
evaluate whether to reduce, modify, or terminate the safeguard measure
pursuant to section 204(b)(1) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2254(b)(1)).
13. As proclaimed in Proclamation 9693, the in-quota quantity in each
year of the TRQ described in paragraph 9 of this proclamation shall be
allocated among all countries except those countries the products of
which are excluded from such TRQ pursuant to clause (4) of this
proclamation or paragraph 10 of Proclamation 9693.
14. In order to address certain technical errors in the HTS, the HTS is
modified as set forth in Annex II to this proclamation.
15. Section 604 of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2483) authorizes the
President to embody in the HTS the substance of the relevant provisions
of that Act, and of other acts affecting import treatment, and actions
thereunder, including the removal, modification, continuance, or
imposition of any rate of duty or other import restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, including sections 203, 204, and 604 of the
Trade Act, do proclaim that:
(1) In order to extend the measure applicable to imports of CSPV
cells, not partially or fully assembled into other products, described
in paragraph 1 of this proclamation, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the
HTS is modified as set forth in Annex I to this proclamation, subject to
clauses (3) and (4) below. Any merchandise subject to the safeguard
measure that is admitted into United States foreign trade zones on or
after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on February 7, 2022, must be
admitted as ``privileged foreign status'' as defined in 19 CFR 146.41,
and will be subject upon entry for consumption to any tariffs or
quantitative restrictions related to the classification under the
applicable HTS subheading.
(2) Except as provided in clause (3) below, imports of CSPV products
of World Trade Organization Member countries, as listed in subdivision
(b) of Note 18 to subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTS (Note 18),
shall continue to be excluded from the safeguard measure extended by
this proclamation, and such imports shall not be counted toward the TRQ
limits that trigger the over-quota rates of duties.
(3) If, after the extension proclaimed herein is in effect, the USTR
determines that:
(a) the share of total imports of a country listed in subdivision (b) of
Note 18 exceeds 3 percent;
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(b) imports of the product from all listed countries with less than 3
percent import share collectively account for more than 9 percent of total
imports of the product; or
(c) a country listed in subdivision (b) of Note 18 is no longer a
developing country for purposes of this proclamation;
the USTR is authorized, upon publication of a notice in the Federal
Register, to revise subdivision (b) of Note 18 to remove the relevant
country from the list or suspend operation of that subdivision, as
appropriate.
(4) I instruct the USTR to enter into negotiations pursuant to
section 203(f) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2253(f)) with Canada and
Mexico. In the event that the USTR concludes an agreement that the USTR,
in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of
Energy, determines will ensure that imports of Canada or Mexico do not
undermine the effectiveness of the action extended through clause (1) of
this proclamation, the USTR is authorized, upon publication of a notice
in the Federal Register, to revise Note 18 to suspend application of
that subdivision, in whole or in part, as appropriate, with respect to
imports of Canada or Mexico. If the USTR subsequently determines, in
consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Energy,
that such an agreement is not effective, the USTR is authorized,
pursuant to section 203(f) of the Trade Act, by publication of a notice
in the Federal Register, to revise Note 18 to terminate any previous
suspension of the action with respect to imports of Canada or Mexico.
(5) One year after the termination of the safeguard measure
established in this proclamation, the U.S. note and tariff provisions
established in Annex I to this proclamation shall be deleted from the
HTS.
(6) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10340 of February 18, 2022
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week provides an opportunity to draw
attention to one of the most serious mental health conditions impacting
the lives of Americans and their families today. Eating disorders--
including binge-eating, bulimia nervosa, and anorexia nervosa--affect
people of all backgrounds and genders. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans are
expected to develop an eating disorder in their lifetime. In recent
years, there has been a troubling surge in eating disorders among
children, older adults, military service members, and transgender
individuals. When undiagnosed or untreated, eating disorders can have
serious--even fatal--consequences, which is why improving mental health
services and support is so important.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been especially challenging for individuals
with eating disorders. National eating disorder hotlines have seen a
more than 70 percent spike in the volume of calls and chats since the
pandemic started. Research shows that the number of hospitalizations for
eating disorders has doubled during that same time period.
Despite the fact that eating disorders have among the highest mortality
rate of any mental illness, the shame and stigmatization of eating
disorders often prevent people who are suffering from seeking help. That
is why it is important to make more people aware that, with early
detection and medical intervention, full recovery from an eating
disorder is possible.
My Administration is working to improve access to treatment, recovery,
and social support for everyone currently living with an eating disorder
as well as for their caregivers, families, and friends. Through the
National Institute of Mental Health, we are working to develop better
therapies and interventions. My Administration is also working to ensure
that eating disorder care and treatment are treated the same as any
other medical conditions by health insurance plans. Funding from the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
provides health care providers, families, caregivers, and community
members the tools, training, and resources to recognize the symptoms of
an eating disorder so that referrals to specialty providers and
treatment can be provided as early as possible.
We are also working to increase access to mental health services and
support for young people, who are uniquely vulnerable to eating
disorders. The American Rescue Plan included $122 billion to help
schools reopen safely, enabling them to support the mental health of
their students. I have also called for doubling the number of school-
based health counselors, social workers, and nurses. Together, these
resources will be essential to addressing the mental health needs of our
Nation's youth.
To all those families who have watched a loved one face an eating
disorder and to all those who are currently facing or recovering from an
eating disorder--you are in our hearts and you are not alone. It is
within our power to reduce the burden of eating disorders on the lives
of Americans and
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their families. As we work toward these improvements, immediate
assistance is available for those in need of help. The SAMHSA National
Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-
days-a-year information and referral service. For anyone experiencing a
crisis, immediate help is also available by calling the National Suicide
Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 21
through February 27, 2022, as National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
I encourage citizens, government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit
organizations, and other interested groups to join in activities that
will increase awareness of what Americans can do to prevent eating
disorders and improve access to care and other support services for
those currently living with an eating disorder.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10341 of February 18, 2022
Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration During World War
II
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Eighty years ago, on February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt
signed Executive Order 9066, stripping people of Japanese descent of
their civil rights. That order and the subsequent actions carried out by
the Federal Government represent one of the most shameful chapters in
our Nation's history. On this Day of Remembrance of Japanese American
Incarceration During World War II, we acknowledge the unjust
incarceration of some 120,000 Japanese Americans, approximately two-
thirds of whom were born in the United States.
Despite never being charged with a crime, and without due process,
Japanese Americans were forcibly removed from their homes and
communities and incarcerated, simply because of their heritage. For
years, many Japanese Americans lived in harsh, overcrowded conditions,
surrounded by barbed wire fences and armed guards. Not only did they
lose their homes, businesses, property, and savings--they also lost
their liberty, security, and the fundamental freedoms that belong to all
Americans in equal measure.
I have always believed that great nations do not ignore their most
painful moments--they confront them with honesty and, in doing so, learn
from them and grow stronger as a result. The incarceration of Japanese
Americans 80 years ago is a reminder to us today of the tragic
consequences we invite when we allow racism, fear, and xenophobia to
fester.
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Today, we reaffirm the Federal Government's formal apology to Japanese
Americans whose lives were irreparably harmed during this dark period of
our history, and we solemnly reflect on our collective moral
responsibility to ensure that our Nation never again engages in such un-
American acts. We acknowledge the intergenerational trauma and loss that
the incarceration of Japanese Americans has caused. We also uplift the
courage and resilience of brave Japanese Americans who, despite being
unjustly incarcerated, formed powerful communities and marshalled
incredible dignity and strength.
Many of those whose families were incarcerated volunteered or were
drafted to serve in combat--courageously serving in the 100th Infantry
Battalion, Military Intelligence Service, Women's Army Auxiliary Corps,
Army Nurse Corps, and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team with unwavering
patriotism. The all-Japanese American 100th Infantry Battalion and the
442nd Regimental Combat Team became two of the most decorated and
distinguished military units in our Nation's history. Countless Japanese
Americans carry forward this legacy of extraordinary service today, and
their work to preserve the history of this period strengthens our Nation
and our democracy.
We reflect on the bravery of civil rights leaders like Fred Korematsu,
Minoru Yasui, Gordon Hirabayashi, and Mitsuye Endo, and that of every
Japanese American who organized and sought redress. Their efforts helped
bring about the first Day of Remembrance, led President Jimmy Carter to
sign the law creating the Commission on Wartime Relocation and
Internment of Civilians, and spurred President Ronald Reagan to sign the
Civil Liberties Act of 1988, which provided monetary reparations to
living survivors and an official apology to the Japanese American
community. At the same time, we also acknowledge the painful reality
that Japanese Latin Americans, who were taken from their Central and
South American homes and incarcerated by the United States Government
during World War II, were excluded from the Civil Liberties Act of 1988.
Today, the National Park Service helps preserve several Japanese
American incarceration camps. These tangible reminders of our history
provide important spaces for reflection and learning about the
injustices born of prejudice. Preserving incarceration sites as national
parks and historic landmarks is proof of our Nation's commitment to
facing the wrongs of our past, to healing the pain still felt by
survivors and their descendants, and to ensuring that we always remember
why it matters that we never stop fighting for equality and justice for
all. My Administration is committed to maintaining these national parks
and landmarks for future generations and to combating xenophobia, hate,
and intolerance--including through the reestablished White House
Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
In the words of Dr. Frank Kitamoto, who was incarcerated as a child,
``This is not just a Japanese American story but an American story with
implications for the world.''
The words we use to describe the historical and present treatment of
communities of color and other underserved communities have profound
meaning. Today, we recognize that euphemistic terms that we have
collectively used in the past--such as ``assembly centers,''
``relocation,'' or ``internment''--do not adequately describe the
injustice experienced by some 120,000 people; we recognize the forced
removal and mass incarceration of
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Japanese Americans and others during World War II; and we reaffirm our
commitment to Nidoto Nai Yoni, which translates to ``Let It Not Happen
Again.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 19, 2022,
as a Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration During World
War II. I call upon the people of the United States to commemorate this
injustice against civil liberties and civil rights during World War II;
to honor the sacrifice of those who defended the democratic ideals of
this Nation; and to commit together to eradicate systemic racism to heal
generational trauma in our communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10342 of February 28, 2022
American Red Cross Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Throughout our history, Americans have always stepped up for each other
in moments of crisis. This spirit is woven into the fabric of our
Nation, and for more than 140 years it has been exemplified by devoted
employees, volunteers, and supporters of the American Red Cross. This
month, we honor the American Red Cross and the selfless Americans who
serve our communities in need across our country and around the world.
Since its founding in 1881 by Clara Barton, a nurse and educator, the
American Red Cross has carried out its noble mission of preventing and
easing human suffering. Today, in big cities and small towns across the
country, hundreds of thousands of Red Cross workers--more than 90
percent of whom are volunteers--continue to carry out that mission by
selflessly giving blood, making donations, and teaching first aid in
local communities.
Support from the American Red Cross has provided hope to people in their
darkest hours--in the face of armed conflict, climate-related disasters,
and the COVID-19 pandemic. Red Cross volunteers are on the front lines
of recovery, providing emergency shelter to families impacted by
devastating floods, tornadoes, fires, and other disasters; donating
lifesaving blood to meet the rising demand of hospital patients;
supporting our Nation's service members, veterans, and their families;
and providing medical care and essential resources to combat diseases
worldwide.
During American Red Cross Month, Americans who can are encouraged to
answer the call to donate blood and serve communities in need. You are
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encouraged to learn more about eligibility and the steps involved to
donating blood. Let us renew our commitment to Clara Barton's timeless
ideal of caring for one another in times of hardship and uncertainty.
Let us take part in this proud tradition of lending a helping hand to
those in need. Let us live up to the duty of care we owe each other
through acts of compassion every day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America and Honorary Chair of the American Red Cross, by virtue of
the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the
United States, do hereby proclaim March 2022 as American Red Cross
Month. I encourage all Americans to observe this month with appropriate
programs, ceremonies and activities, and by supporting the work of
service and relief organizations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10343 of February 28, 2022
Irish-American Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For centuries, Irish Americans have played a crucial role in helping
define the soul of our Nation, and today, nearly 1 in 10 Americans
proudly trace their roots back to the Emerald Isle. With hope and faith
in their hearts, the first immigrants from Ireland crossed the Atlantic
in search of liberty and opportunity. It was the dream of a better life
that brought my ancestors--the Blewitts of County Mayo and the Finnegans
of County Louth--and countless other Irish immigrants.
Like so many Irish American families, my grandparents carried the spirit
and memory of Ireland in their hearts--a pride and passion they
instilled in their home in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Through the journeys
of their own mothers and fathers and in the lessons they passed on to my
mother, Catherine Eugenia Finnegan Biden, they joined Irish Americans in
every corner of America in helping to write the next chapter of the
American story.
The story of Irish Americans has always been one of strength and
perseverance through adversity. Many Irish immigrants arrived on
America's shores to escape the Great Famine, only to face
discrimination, prejudice, and poverty. Despite these hard times, they
embraced their new homes in every corner of America--from the Atlantic
to the Pacific, across the Midwest and through the Rocky Mountains--and
helped build and fortify our Nation into what it is today.
Irish Americans expanded the American middle class, building ladders of
opportunity that future generations could climb. They became teachers,
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firefighters, police officers, labor leaders, farmers, business owners,
and more. Along the way, Irish Americans contributed enormously to the
American labor movement--championing safe working conditions, advocating
for children's rights, and fighting racism, prejudice, and income
inequality. They bravely answered the call to serve, defending our Union
and its values in every battle. They continue to work on behalf of the
American people as public servants--serving in the Congress, the Supreme
Court, Federal agencies, the White House, and in State and local offices
across the country. Irish Americans have enriched our culture and
nourished our hearts and souls through the arts and humanities, earning
recognition as Nobel and Pulitzer prize-winning poets and authors,
award-winning musicians, storytellers, and dancers, and critically
acclaimed actors. They have blessed our Nation with their indomitable
spirit, faith, and love for family that has been passed down through the
generations. This sense of community, hospitality, resilience, and
passion are integral pieces of America's cultural tapestry.
The United States and Ireland are deeply and forever intertwined: linked
in memory and imagination--in joy, sorrow, and resilience--by our common
love and common dreams. We share, in every heart, an unrelenting
optimism--a flicker of hope that guides us through even the darkest of
nights.
As we celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month, let us honor the journey
and contributions of Irish Americans who helped shape this land of
opportunity and define what it means to be American. Let us reaffirm the
legacy of friendship and strong family ties between the United States of
America and Ireland--united by our common purpose, by our histories, and
by our futures.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2022 as
Irish-American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to celebrate
the achievements and contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation with
appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10344 of February 28, 2022
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Cancer is personal to nearly every family, including my own. Each year,
more than 50,000 families across the country lose a loved one to
colorectal cancer--the fourth most common cancer and the second leading
cause of
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cancer deaths in America. The toll it exacts is immeasurable, but when
we detect colorectal cancer early, we can save lives and deliver hope.
During National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we raise awareness of
this dreaded disease and renew our commitment to ending cancer as we
know it.
While anyone can be afflicted by colorectal cancer, we know that this
illness strikes at a disproportionate rate among Black Americans as well
as Americans over the age of 50. Getting regular screenings and
identifying symptoms and risk factors are both pivotal to saving lives.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, symptoms
such as blood in the stool, a change in bowel habits, stomach pain,
bloating, cramps that do not go away, or weight loss without a known
cause should be discussed with a health care provider. However, early
stages of colorectal cancer often emerge without symptoms, and it is
important to begin regular screenings starting at the age of 45.
In addition, people who smoke, consume alcohol, or are obese are more
likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Adopting healthy
behaviors--including quitting the use of tobacco products, reducing
alcohol consumption, and eating meals that include fruits, vegetables,
and whole grains--can also reduce your risk. For more information on
risk factors, please visit www.Cancer.gov.
I believe that it is within our power to end cancer as we know it. That
is why I have re-ignited the Cancer Moonshot and set new ambitious
goals, to reduce the death rate from cancer by 50 percent over the next
25 years and to improve the lives of people and their families living
with and surviving cancer. I have called on the Congress to create the
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), which will invest
billions of dollars to advance breakthroughs in the prevention,
detection, and treatment of cancer and other deadly diseases. As we
continue to pursue game-changing scientific breakthroughs, my
Administration also remains steadfast in our commitment to increasing
colorectal cancer screenings, follow-ups, and referrals, with a
particular focus on underserved populations. On February 2, 2022, the
First Lady and I launched a call to action on cancer screening and early
detection. Our goal is to jumpstart progress on potentially life-saving
screenings that far too many Americans have missed as a result of the
pandemic and help ensure that everyone in the United States benefits
equitably from the tools we have to detect and diagnose cancer. We are
calling on every American to get back on track with their recommended
screenings, including colorectal cancer screenings, and for the public
and private sectors to increase access to early detection for
individuals and communities.
Ensuring that every American has access to quality, affordable health
coverage is another critical way that we can win the fight against
cancer. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, most health insurance plans
must cover certain preventive services with no out-of-pocket costs. This
coverage now includes colorectal cancer screenings for adults over the
age of 45, making it easier to get colorectal cancer screenings and
helping improve access to earlier treatment. Health coverage under the
Affordable Care Act has never been more accessible and affordable than
it is today, and I encourage all Americans to learn more by visiting
www.HealthCare.gov.
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During National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, I urge every American
to exercise vigilance around their own health and the health of their
loved ones. Early diagnosis and treatment save lives--and getting
screened for colorectal cancer is vitally important as we continue our
shared mission to end cancer as we know it.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2022 as
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage all citizens,
government agencies, private businesses, non-profit organizations, and
other groups to join in activities that will increase awareness and
prevention of colorectal cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10345 of February 28, 2022
Women's History Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every March, Women's History Month provides an opportunity to honor the
generations of trailblazing women and girls who have built our Nation,
shaped our progress, and strengthened our character as a people.
Throughout our history, despite hardship, exclusion, and discrimination,
women have strived and sacrificed for equity and equality in communities
across the country. Generations of Native American women were stewards
of the land and continue to lead the fight for climate justice. Black
women fought to end slavery, advocate for civil rights, and pass the
Voting Rights Act. Suffragists helped pass the 19th Amendment to the
Constitution so that no American could be denied a vote on the basis of
sex.
Standing on the shoulders of the heroines who came before them, today's
women and girls continue to carry forward the mission of ensuring our
daughters have the same opportunities as our sons. Women of the labor
movement are achieving monumental reforms to help all workers secure the
better pay, benefits, and safety they deserve. LGBTQI+ women and girls
are leading the fight for justice, opportunity, and equality--especially
for the transgender community. Women and girls continue to lead
groundbreaking civil rights movements for social justice and freedom, so
that everyone can realize the full promise of America.
But despite the progress being made, women and girls--especially women
and girls of color--still face systemic barriers to full participation
and wider gaps in opportunity and equality. The COVID-19 pandemic has
exposed and exacerbated those disparities which have disproportionately
impacted women's labor force participation, multiplied the burden on
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and unpaid caregivers, and increased rates of gender-based violence. The
constitutional right to abortion established in Roe v. Wade is facing an
unprecedented assault as States pass increasingly onerous restrictions
to critical reproductive health care and bodily autonomy. Workers
contend with gender and racial wage gaps that can amount to hundreds of
thousands of dollars denied over the course of their lifetimes. The
Congress sent the Equal Rights Amendment to the States for ratification
50 years ago and it is long past time that the principle of women's
equality should be enshrined in our Constitution.
My Administration has made this issue a top priority from day one.
Through historic Executive actions, my Administration launched
Government-wide efforts to advance gender equity and equality, racial
equity, and LGBTQI+ equality. Through the American Rescue Plan, my
Administration delivered immediate relief to women and families, funded
domestic violence and sexual assault services, supported child care
providers, and invested in care workers--who are disproportionately
women of color. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are
working to ensure equitable access to good-paying jobs, particularly in
sectors where women have historically been underrepresented. We have
taken critical steps to end the scourge of gender-based violence and
advocate for the long overdue reauthorization of the Violence Against
Women Act--legislation that I was proud to author and champion as a
United States Senator. We are confronting the epidemic levels of
violence that transgender women and girls continue to face. We are
working to expand access to health care, including reproductive health
care for all people regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, income,
or zip code. We are fighting to lower the costs of child care and
provide access to free preschool for all three- and four-year olds. We
issued a call to action to eliminate racial disparities in maternal
health care, which disproportionately impact Black and Indigenous women.
And my Administration established a Gender Equity and Equality Action
Fund to advance the rights and economic security of women and girls
around the world.
This work is being led by the most diverse and gender-balanced Cabinet
in American history, including the first woman--and woman of color--to
serve as Vice President, Kamala Harris; the first women ever to serve as
Treasury Secretary and Director of National Intelligence; the first
Native American woman to serve as a Cabinet Secretary; women leading the
Departments of Commerce, Energy, Housing and Urban Development, along
with the Small Business Administration and the Office of Management and
Budget; and women of color representing America on the world stage as
United States Ambassador to the United Nations and the United States
Trade Representative as well as leading my Council of Economic Advisers
in the White House. In addition, I established the first White House
Gender Policy Council to advance gender equity across the Federal
Government and released the first-ever national gender strategy to
support the full participation of all people--including women and
girls--in the United States and around the world.
This Women's History Month, as we reflect on the achievements of women
and girls across the centuries and pay tribute to the pioneers who paved
the way, let us recommit to the fight and help realize the deeply
American vision of a more equal society where every person has a shot at
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the American dream. In doing so, we will advance economic growth, our
health and safety, and the security of our Nation and the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2022 as
Women's History Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this month
and to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8, 2022, with
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. I also invite all
Americans to visit www.WomensHistoryMonth.gov to learn more about the
vital contribution of women to our Nation's history.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10346 of March 1, 2022
Read Across America Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Reading ignites imagination, insight, and inspiration. It nourishes a
child's creativity and curiosity, and inspires a passion for lifelong
learning. Books can challenge and inspire. They can teach important
lessons, reveal new worlds, and enrich our understanding of our own--of
different people, perspectives, and cultures. On Read Across America
Day, we celebrate the joy of learning and give thanks to the parents,
caregivers, educators, librarians, authors, and community members who
invest in our Nation's children.
For many young Americans, the path to literacy begins with treasured and
timeless traditions: being read to at bedtime, gathering in classrooms
for story time, and attending events at local libraries with family and
friends. Children's classics such as Dr. Seuss' ``Green Eggs and Ham''
and ``Oh, the Places You'll Go!'' have inspired a passion for reading
and endless creativity that spans generations. Today's stories and
adventures are as diverse as the world in which we live, and by reading
them, we come to more fully understand the vibrant diversity of our
Nation--and the world. This is especially important as young people
learn and grow and engage with their own sense of identity. Books build
each child's sense of belonging and can help inculcate respect and
empathy for others.
The First Lady, a lifelong educator, has said, ``reading is the
foundation of all education. It affects every aspect of our society.''
This has never been truer than today. It is one of the many reasons why
my Administration is committed to advancing educational excellence for
every child and literacy for every American. It is why I have proposed
making 2 years of high-quality preschool available to every child in
America. It is one of the reasons why safely reopening schools for in-
person instruction was a priority for my Administration from day one--so
that children could get back to learning in the classroom with their
peers--and why the American Rescue Plan
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included $122 billion to keep schools open safely and help address the
learning loss and mental health impacts of missing school. School
districts across the country are already using these funds to support
literacy efforts by updating curricula and hiring specialists.
My Administration is also committed to supporting volunteer and literacy
programs that help young people and adults master reading. This work is
crucial, as half of adults in the United States are unable to read a
book written for the eighth-grade level, and nearly a quarter of
American adults have not read a book over the last year.
I often say that children are the kite strings that keep our National
ambitions aloft. On Read Across America Day, we dedicate ourselves to
helping each new generation of readers and thinkers become the leaders
who will write a more hopeful chapter in the American narrative and in
the story of our shared world. As the great American writer Toni
Morrison reminds us: ``If you find a book you really want to read but it
hasn't been written yet, then you must write it.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2, 2022, as
Read Across America Day. I call upon children, families, educators,
librarians, public officials, and all the people of the United States to
observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of March,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10347 of March 4, 2022
National Consumer Protection Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As our Nation recovers and our economy continues its historic growth
following a global pandemic, it is important that consumers are fully
informed about their rights and the potential risks in the marketplace.
Hardworking American families deserve to feel secure in the knowledge
that, as we build back better, we are building an economy based on
principles of fairness, privacy, and equity. During National Consumer
Protection Week, we recommit ourselves to those basic rights, to
protecting consumers, to raising awareness about bad actors and
deceptive practices in the marketplace, and to empowering people to make
informed financial decisions so that our economy works for everyone.
My Administration has zero tolerance for criminals who steal Americans'
hard-earned dollars or abuse their personal information. Particularly in
moments of crisis, like this pandemic, unscrupulous individuals have
tried to take advantage of struggling Americans by price gouging,
stealing money,
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harvesting personal information, and offering false hope for economic
assistance, jobs, treatments, and cures. We are committed to halting
these practices and protecting all consumers, including small businesses
and gig workers, from fraud and unlawful business practices. Our
Nation's consumer protection agencies--including the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Consumer
Product Safety Commission--work with the Department of Justice and law
enforcement agencies nationwide to fight fraud, predatory practices, and
data exploitation by abusers large and small. These agencies work every
day to protect consumers and ensure product safety through
investigations, law enforcement actions, and free, actionable, plain-
language consumer education resources.
Abusive practices have an especially harmful impact on communities of
color, who are often targeted by bad actors. A report from the FTC--
Serving Communities of Color--found that people living in majority-Black
and Latino communities were more likely to experience problems with
credit bureaus, banks and lenders, and used car issues than those living
in majority-white communities. That is why my Administration is reviving
the Government's top consumer watchdog, the Consumer Financial
Protection Bureau, to address racial disparities in access to loans,
capital, and credit, while protecting consumers in historically
underserved communities.
As a Nation, let us work together to create an environment that protects
and educates American consumers and communities. This National Consumer
Protection Week, and all year long, my Administration is committed to
ensuring that every American has access to information that can help
protect themselves and their communities. To learn more about these
resources, please visit consumer.ftc.gov. To learn how to get involved
with National Consumer Protection Week, you can visit ftc.gov/ncpw.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 6, 2022,
through March 12, 2022, as National Consumer Protection Week. I call
upon government officials, industry leaders, and advocates across the
Nation to share information about consumer protection and provide our
citizens with information about their rights as consumers.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10348 of March 14, 2022
National Equal Pay Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Equal pay is a matter of justice, fairness, and dignity--it is about
living up to our values and who we are as a Nation. For over 25 years,
Equal Pay
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Day has helped draw attention to gender-based pay disparities by
highlighting how far into a new year a woman must work, on average, to
earn what a man did in the previous year.
This year, Equal Pay Day falls on March 15, the earliest we have ever
marked the occasion. The earlier that Equal Pay Day arrives, the closer
our Nation has come to achieving pay fairness. But while we should
celebrate the progress we have made, as I have said in the past, we
should not be satisfied until Equal Pay Day is no longer necessary at
all.
In 2020, the average woman working full-time, year-round, for wages or a
salary earned 83 cents for every dollar paid to their average male
counterpart. And once again, the disparities are even greater for Black,
Native American, Latina, and certain subpopulations of Asian women when
compared to white men. Disabled women also continue to experience
significant disparities and make 80 cents for every dollar compared to
men with disabilities. The pay gap reflects outright discrimination as
well as barriers that women face in accessing good-paying jobs and
meeting caregiving responsibilities--including a lack of affordable
child care, paid family and medical leave, and fair and predictable
scheduling--which often prevent women from joining and staying in the
workforce.
Over the course of a career, the pay gap can add up to hundreds of
thousands of dollars in lost earnings, particularly for women of color,
significantly impacting retirement savings and uniquely burdening
households led by single mothers.
The Biden-Harris Administration has moved quickly to deliver results for
women and working families and to dismantle the barriers that women face
in the workplace. In our first full year in office, we saw the largest
calendar year decline in unemployment. We also saw the strongest
economic growth in nearly 4 decades, rising wages, and an estimated
nearly 40 percent decline in child poverty. We have turned the tide on
women's labor force participation, which the COVID-19 pandemic had
pushed to a more than 30-year low. In addition, my Administration has
taken key steps to address pay discrimination, including issuing an
Executive Order directing the Office of Personnel Management to take
appropriate steps to advance equal pay at Federal agencies. And I have
raised the minimum wage for Federal contractors, which has significantly
benefitted women--especially women of color--who are disproportionately
represented in minimum-wage and low-wage jobs.
We can be proud of that progress--but there is more we need to do. My
Administration is fighting to ensure that women have the free and fair
choice to organize and collectively bargain for the wages and benefits
they deserve and to access training for good-paying jobs in sectors
where they have historically been underrepresented. We are working to
eliminate anticompetitive barriers that keep women from bargaining for
better pay and demanding dignity and respect in the workplace. I have
continued to call on the Congress to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act,
which would help mitigate sex-based pay discrimination while ensuring
greater transparency and reporting of disparities in wages. And I am
continuing to work with the Congress to pass critical legislation that
would lower the cost of child care, elder care, home-based health care,
and other major barriers to working
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families, while raising compensation for care workers, who are
disproportionately women of color and who have been underpaid and
undervalued for far too long.
If we are going to continue our record-breaking recovery and build a
truly strong and competitive economy for the future, we have to address
the barriers that have long held women back from full participation and
fair treatment in the workforce. The founding promise of our Nation is
that all people are created equal--and my Administration is committed to
ensuring that all Americans have a fair and equal opportunity to get
ahead, so that one day soon we can render Equal Pay Day a relic of the
past.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 15, 2022, as
National Equal Pay Day. I call upon all Americans to recognize the full
value of women's skills and their significant contributions to the labor
force, acknowledge the injustice of wage inequality, and join efforts to
achieve equal pay.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10349 of March 18, 2022
National Poison Prevention Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each year, more than 2 million poisoning cases are reported in the
United States--some of which are tragically fatal, but many of which are
preventable. While we have made great strides in the decades since
National Poison Prevention Week was first observed 60 years ago--
including a decline in unintentional poisoning--poisoning remains a
risk, especially for children and older Americans. During National
Poison Prevention Week, we raise awareness about the dangers posed by
poisonous substances, precautions people can take to prevent an
incident, and how to respond in a poison emergency.
Each year, an average of 31 children die from unintended poisonings at
home, and an estimated 75,000 children under the age of five end up in
hospital emergency departments from poisoning. Approximately 85 percent
of unintentional poisonings take place in the home where medicines and
harmful chemicals are stored.
To prevent children from unintentionally ingesting poisonous household
products, it is important to keep these products out of their sight and
beyond their reach. Items such as hand sanitizer, laundry detergent,
medications, coin cell batteries, cleaning products, and liquid nicotine
should be stored in child-resistant packaging. Medications should be
safely secured,
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and if unused, properly discarded. For elderly Americans--particularly
those who may have become isolated due to the pandemic--it is important
that household products are secured in their original packaging and that
medications are clearly labeled to avoid accidental ingestion or the
mistaking of medications.
Health professionals working around the clock and responding to millions
of calls each year at poison control centers are critical to our
Nation's response. They not only help the public in need of assistance
or information, they are also a tremendous asset to health care
providers, health departments, law enforcement, and first responders.
If you suspect that you or someone else has been poisoned, do not wait
for signs of poisoning. Immediately call the Poison Control Help line at
800-222-1222. For more information, go to poisonhelp.hrsa.gov.
Poison awareness, control, and education are essential to saving lives.
During National Poison Prevention Week, we recommit to raising awareness
about the dangers of accidental poisonings and taking the necessary
precautions to prevent and respond quickly to these incidents and
protect our loved ones.
To encourage Americans to learn more about the dangers of unintentional
poisonings and to take appropriate preventive measures, on September 26,
1961, the United States Congress, by joint resolution (75 Stat. 681),
authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation
designating the third week of March each year as ``National Poison
Prevention Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim March 20 through March 26, 2022, to be
National Poison Prevention Week. I call upon all Americans to observe
this week by taking actions to safeguard their families and friends from
poisonous products, chemicals, and medicines often found in our homes,
and to raise awareness of these dangers to prevent accidental injuries
and deaths.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10350 of March 21, 2022
National Agriculture Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Agriculture Day, we recognize the invaluable contributions
of American farmers, farmworkers, ranchers, fishers, foresters, and
other agricultural workers, who have practiced their craft for
generations and touch the lives of Americans every day. Their tireless
efforts growing crops, raising livestock, and distributing food, fuel,
and fiber sustain America and the
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entire world. They put meals on our plates, clothes on our backs, and
roofs over our heads. Along the way, America's agricultural workers
serve as stewards of the land; ensure the safety and health of animals,
plants, and people; and strengthen our rural communities with economic
opportunities.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the country's agricultural workers
have stepped up and stayed resilient, adapting their operations to
ensure that every family has enough food on the table. To support their
efforts and ensure a stable food supply, our pandemic economic recovery
assistance supports our agricultural businesses, whose operations were
among the hardest hit by market disruptions. We are building a food
system that will be more competitive, balanced, and equitable--made
possible by expanded and fairer markets, investments that sharpen
farmers' competitive edge, and an emphasis on more affordable, healthy
food for consumers that is produced closer to home.
My Administration is also committed to protecting farmers--including
small family farms that are vital to our food system--by bolstering
competition across the industry and around the world. We are taking
action to enforce antitrust laws, move agriculture products to market
more expeditiously, expand new agriculture processing capacity, and
strengthen our supply chain resiliency. We are also eliminating systemic
barriers that have denied underserved producers consistent, fair, and
equal access to opportunities for far too long. My Administration
remains determined to advance an American agriculture sector that works
for everyone.
National Agriculture Day also celebrates the farmers, ranchers, fishers,
and foresters who adopt agricultural practices that help combat the
climate crisis. Extreme weather events, including droughts, floods,
wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes, and other climate-related disasters,
have had a devastating impact on American agriculture. My Administration
is committed to helping the agriculture sector enhance its resiliency
and sustainability while increasing its productivity and profitability.
By working together, we can ensure that American agriculture continues
to lead the world in production, that our food supply is secure, and
that our economy remains strong.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 22, 2022, as
National Agriculture Day. I call upon all Americans to join me in
recognizing and reaffirming our commitment to and appreciation for our
country's farmers, ranchers, foresters, farmworkers, and all those who
work in the agriculture sector across the Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10351 of March 23, 2022
Death of Madeleine Korbel Albright
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Madeleine Albright was a force. She defied convention and broke barriers
again and again. She was an immigrant fleeing persecution. A refugee in
need of safe haven. And like so many before her--and after--she was
proudly American.
As the devoted mother of three beloved daughters, she worked tirelessly
raising them while earning her doctorate degree and starting her career
in American diplomacy. She took her talents first to the Senate as a
staffer for Senator Edmund Muskie followed by the National Security
Council under President Carter. And then to the United Nations where she
served as United States Ambassador, and ultimately, made history as our
first woman Secretary of State, appointed by President Clinton. A
scholar, teacher, bestselling author, and later accomplished business
woman, she always believed America was the indispensable Nation, and
inspired the next generation of public servants to follow her lead,
including countless women leaders around the world. Madeleine was always
a force for goodness, grace, and decency--and for freedom.
As a mark of respect for former Secretary of State Madeleine Korbel
Albright and her life of service to our Nation, I hereby order, by the
authority vested in me as President of the United States by the
Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag
of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and
upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval
stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the
District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its
Territories and possessions until sunset on March 27, 2022. I also
direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of
time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and
other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval
vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10352 of March 24, 2022
Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and
American Democracy, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In forming a Government that reflected the burgeoning spirit of America
and united our young Nation around the core principles of liberty,
justice, and the rule of law, our Founders looked to the birthplace of
democracy--Greece. Decades after the American Revolution, the people of
Greece came together to bravely affirm their commitment to democracy and
declare their own independence from the Ottoman Empire. Today, as we
mark the anniversary of Greek independence, we honor our countries' deep
and historic bond--forged in the struggle for liberty and self-
governance--and the many contributions of the modern Hellenic Republic
which promote international peace and stability and uphold our shared
values.
The Greek bicentennial in 2021 was a year of celebration for Greece, for
the Greek American community, and for the strong bilateral relationship
between our two nations. The seeds of friendship planted long ago
continue to bear fruit for both our people, with Greece and the United
States standing together to defend democracy around the world. A crucial
ally in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Greece promotes peace
and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Western
Balkans regions, and the United States is grateful for Greece's
continuing hospitality to the United States Naval Support Activity Souda
Bay on Crete.
Greece and the United States are standing together to confront the
challenges of our time, from meeting the climate crisis and diversifying
the region's energy resources to proving that democracies deliver for
our people and pushing back against the growing threat of
authoritarianism. Through our ongoing Strategic Dialogue, Greece and the
United States have increased cooperation across a range of critical
issues, and last year's update to our Mutual Defense Cooperation
Agreement will boost our defense and security cooperation for years to
come.
The deep political and historical bonds that unite Greece and the United
States are further reinforced by strong ties of family and affection and
by the estimated 3 million Americans of Greek descent across our Nation.
Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand the courage and
determination of the Greek American community, and these qualities have
been an invaluable source of strength to our Nation over the past year.
Greek Americans have been at the forefront of the fight against the
COVID-19 pandemic and our efforts to vaccinate the world. And last
November, as Greek Americans proudly celebrated the construction of the
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine in Manhattan 20
years after the original church structure had been destroyed in the
September 11th terrorist attacks, they embodied our shared values of
perseverance, resilience, and hope for the future.
As Greece and the United States look forward to what the next 200 years
of partnership will bring, I am confident that our nations and our
people will meet every challenge together. On this day, we recommit to
the hard
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work ahead, to fortifying our democracies, and to reaffirming our
ironclad friendship.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 25, 2022, as
Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and
American Democracy. I call upon the people of the United States to
observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day
of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10353 of March 28, 2022
Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely
served in the Vietnam War and who sacrificed, as did their families and
caregivers, on behalf of our Nation.
For almost two decades, Americans raised their right hands and committed
to serve and defend our Constitution as uniformed members of the United
States Armed Forces during a tumultuous period in our country's history.
Throughout the years of the Vietnam War, 9 million Americans earned the
title of United States veteran. Today and every day, we honor their
bravery and commitment and give thanks to a generation of Americans who
valiantly fought in service of the country they love while recognizing
the continuing impact on so many veterans of the Vietnam conflict, along
with their families, caregivers, and survivors. We will always remember
those we lost and honor those who came home.
In 2012, our Nation launched a 13-year long commemoration of the 50th
anniversary of the Vietnam War to ensure that every veteran, family,
caregiver, and survivor impacted by the difficult years in Vietnam feels
our Nation's gratitude for their sacrifice. Every service member of the
Vietnam generation should know that their sacrifices mattered and that
their service made a difference. The names etched in The Wall at the
Vietnam Veterans Memorial remind us of our loved ones who gave their all
and never came home. To the families, caregivers, and survivors of the
more than 58,000 service members whose names are memorialized in the
black granite, we pledge to never forget the eternal sacrifice of your
loved ones and what you have sacrificed for the Nation.
To the families of the over 1,500 service members who remain missing and
unaccounted for, know that our Nation's efforts to bring them home will
never stop.
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We pledge our steadfast care and support to our Vietnam veterans, as we
do for all of our veterans. We will honor our sacred obligation to you
and your family.
And to each of the 6 million Vietnam War era veterans who are with us
today, we honor your service and all that you have done for our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby affirm this Nation's
commitment to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, which
began on Memorial Day, May 28, 2012, and which will continue through
Veterans Day, November 11, 2025. I call upon all Americans to seek out
and extend the Nation's profound gratitude to each of our Vietnam
veterans and their families and caretakers during public ceremonies and
programs throughout the country, while expressing deep compassion for
the families of the fallen, those who remain missing and unaccounted
for, and all others who served yet no longer walk among us.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10354 of March 30, 2022
C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of C[eacute]sar Estrada
Ch[aacute]vez, a champion for social justice and advocate for
hardworking people who build and sustain our Nation. Born into poverty
and raised by migrant workers, Ch[aacute]vez courageously dedicated his
life to improving conditions for workers across the country.
Ch[aacute]vez witnessed firsthand the inequities of an economy that only
served those at the top and left millions of hardworking Americans
behind. Today, as we continue to build an economy from the bottom up and
the middle out and that rewards work and not just wealth, we stand on
the shoulders of C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez and carry forward his fight
to advance the rights and dignity of working people and fulfill the
promise of America for all Americans.
When C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez founded the United Farm Workers of
America alongside Dolores Huerta, he drew national attention to the many
agricultural workers who experience inhumane working conditions and
unlivable wages. Through strikes, marches, and boycotts, he inspired
millions of people across the country to fight for safe and healthy
workplaces, better wages, improved workplace protections from sickness
and disability, and other core rights and protections.
In the process, Ch[aacute]vez inspired generations of people across all
backgrounds, ages, and industries to organize, bargain, and expand
opportunity
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for workers and their families. His devotion to ``La Causa'' brought
hope to workers and Latinos across the Nation--and his fight for
justice, equality, and dignity gave workers and Latinos everywhere a
voice. Today, we must summon the same courage and moral clarity to carry
his legacy forward so that everyone has a fair shot at the American
dream.
That is why my Administration continues to urge the Congress to pass the
Protecting the Right to Organize Act and the Farm Workforce
Modernization Act--so farmworkers can bargain collectively, obtain legal
status, and have better working conditions. It is why I fought hard to
pass the American Rescue Plan early in my Administration to ensure
Latino workers, families, and small businesses had the protections and
financial support they needed to pay rent and put food on their table.
It is why I appointed Marty Walsh, a former union leader, to lead the
Department of Labor--because he understands how union workers hold this
country together. It is why my Administration created an historic Task
Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment--because I believe in
empowering workers to organize and providing those that put food on our
table an earned pathway to citizenship.
As our Nation celebrates C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez's 95th birthday, let
us keep the lessons he taught in our minds and the values he lived by in
our hearts: the power of workers to bargain for a better deal, strength
in the face of extraordinary adversity, and the conviction to fight for
what we believe in.
When I became President, I proudly placed a bust of C[eacute]sar
Ch[aacute]vez in the Oval Office--a constant reminder of the enduring
values he embodied, the vision of freedom he fought for, and his
commitment to social justice and equal dignity that we must uphold each
and every day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 31, 2022, as
C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez Day. I call upon all Americans to observe
this day as a day of service and learning, with appropriate service,
community, and education programs to honor C[eacute]sar Ch[aacute]vez's
enduring legacy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10355 of March 30, 2022
Transgender Day of Visibility, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
To everyone celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility, I want you to
know that your President sees you. The First Lady, the Vice President,
the Second Gentleman, and my entire Administration see you for who you
are--made in the image of God and deserving of dignity, respect, and
support. On this day and every day, we recognize the resilience,
strength, and joy
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of transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming people. We celebrate
the activism and determination that have fueled the fight for
transgender equality. We acknowledge the adversity and discrimination
that the transgender community continues to face across our Nation and
around the world.
Visibility matters, and so many transgender, nonbinary, and gender
nonconforming Americans are thriving. Like never before, they are
sharing their stories in books and magazines; breaking glass ceilings of
representation on television and movie screens; enlisting--once again--
to serve proudly and openly in our military; getting elected and making
policy at every level of government; and running businesses, curing
diseases, and serving our communities in countless other ways.
Despite this progress, transgender Americans continue to face
discrimination, harassment, and barriers to opportunity. Transgender
women and girls--especially transgender women and girls of color--
continue to face epidemic levels of violence, and 2021 marked the
deadliest year on record for transgender Americans. Each of these lives
lost was precious. Each of them deserved freedom, justice, and joy. We
must honor their lives with action by advancing equity and civil rights
for all transgender people.
In the past year, hundreds of anti-transgender bills in States were
proposed across America, most of them targeting transgender kids. The
onslaught has continued this year. These bills are wrong. Efforts to
criminalize supportive medical care for transgender kids, to ban
transgender children from playing sports, and to outlaw discussing
LGBTQI+ people in schools undermine their humanity and corrode our
Nation's values. Studies have shown that these political attacks are
damaging to the mental health and well-being of transgender youth,
putting children and their families at greater risk of bullying and
discrimination.
My entire Administration is committed to ensuring that transgender
people enjoy the freedom and equality that are promised to everyone in
America. That is why I signed an Executive Order Preventing and
Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual
Orientation. We are expanding Federal non-discrimination protections;
promoting strategies to address violence against the transgender
community and advance gender equity and equality; and disseminating new
resources to enhance inclusion, opportunity, and safety for transgender
people. Additionally, Americans will soon be able to select more
inclusive gender markers on their passports. I continue to call on the
Congress to swiftly pass the bipartisan Equality Act, which will ensure
that LGBTQI+ individuals and families cannot be denied housing,
employment, education, credit, and more because of who they are or who
they love. We will continue to work to help transgender people around
the world live free from discrimination and violence.
On this Transgender Day of Visibility, we honor transgender people who
are fighting for freedom, equality, dignity, and respect. We also
celebrate the parents, teachers, coaches, doctors, and other allies who
affirm the identities of their transgender children and help these young
people reach their potential. Transgender people are some of the bravest
Americans I know, and our Nation and the world are stronger, more
vibrant, and more prosperous because of them. To transgender Americans
of all ages, I want you to know that you are so brave. You belong. I
have your back.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 31, 2022, as
Transgender Day of Visibility. I call upon all Americans to join us in
lifting up the lives and voices of transgender people throughout our
Nation and to work toward eliminating discrimination against all
transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary people--and all people.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10356 of March 31, 2022
Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On January 11, 2018, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary)
transmitted to the President a report on the Secretary's investigation
into the effect of imports of steel mill articles (steel articles) on
the national security of the United States under section 232 of the
Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862). The Secretary
found and advised the President of his opinion that steel articles are
being imported into the United States in such quantities and under such
circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security of the
United States.
2. In Proclamation 9705 of March 8, 2018 (Adjusting Imports of Steel
Into the United States), the President concurred in the Secretary's
finding that steel articles, as defined in clause 1 of Proclamation
9705, as amended by clause 8 of Proclamation 9711 of March 22, 2018
(Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States), are being imported
into the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances
as to threaten to impair the national security of the United States, and
decided to adjust the imports of those steel articles by imposing a 25
percent ad valorem tariff on such articles imported from all countries
except Canada and Mexico. The proclamation further stated that any
country with which we have a security relationship is welcome to discuss
with the United States alternative ways to address the threatened
impairment to the national security caused by imports from that country,
and noted that, should the United States and any such country arrive at
a satisfactory alternative means to address the threat to the national
security such that the President determines that imports from that
country no longer threaten to impair the national security, the
President may remove or modify the restriction on steel articles imports
from that country and, if necessary, adjust the tariff as it applies to
other countries, as the national security interests of the United States
require.
3. The United States has successfully concluded discussions with Japan
on satisfactory alternative means to address the threatened impairment
to the
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national security posed by imports of steel articles and derivative
steel articles from Japan. The United States and Japan have agreed to
expand coordination involving trade remedies and customs matters,
monitor bilateral steel and aluminum trade, cooperate on addressing non-
market excess capacity and carbon intensity in these sectors, and
annually review their arrangement and their ongoing cooperation.
4. The United States will implement a number of actions, including a
tariff-rate quota that restricts the quantity of steel articles imported
into the United States from Japan without the application of the tariff
proclaimed in Proclamation 9705. Under the arrangement, steel articles
that are melted and poured in Japan are eligible for in-quota treatment.
In my judgment, these measures will provide an effective, long-term
alternative means to address any contribution by Japanese steel articles
imports to the threatened impairment to the national security by
restraining steel articles imports to the United States from Japan,
limiting transshipment, discouraging excess steel capacity and
production, and strengthening the United States-Japan partnership. In
light of this agreement, I have determined that imports of specified
volumes of eligible steel articles from Japan will no longer threaten to
impair the national security and have decided to exclude such imports
from Japan up to a designated quota from the tariff proclaimed in
Proclamation 9705. The United States will monitor the implementation and
effectiveness of the tariff-rate quota and other measures agreed upon
with Japan in addressing our national security needs, and I may revisit
this determination, as appropriate.
5. The alternative means, including the tariff-rate quota, advance the
recommendations contained in the Secretary's January 2018 report. The
agreed-upon aggregate tariff-rate quota volume specified in the
agreement between the United States and Japan, totaling 1.25 million
metric tons, is consistent with the objective of reaching and
maintaining a sufficient capacity utilization rate in the domestic steel
industry.
6. In light of my determination to adjust the tariff proclaimed in
Proclamation 9705 as applied to eligible steel articles imported from
Japan, I have considered whether it is necessary and appropriate in
light of our national security interests to make any corresponding
adjustments to such tariff as it applies to other countries. I have
determined that it is necessary and appropriate, at this time, to
maintain the current tariff level as it applies to other countries.
7. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended,
authorizes the President to adjust the imports of an article and its
derivatives that are being imported into the United States in such
quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the
national security.
8. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of
the United States (HTSUS) the substance of statutes affecting import
treatment, and actions thereunder, including the removal, modification,
continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import
restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, including section 232 of the Trade
Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, section 301 of title 3, United States
Code, and
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section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, do hereby proclaim as
follows:
(1) To establish a tariff-rate quota on imports of steel articles
from Japan as set forth in paragraph 4 of this proclamation, U.S. Note
16 of subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is amended as provided
for in the Annex to this proclamation. Imports of steel articles from
Japan in excess of the tariff-rate quota quantities shall remain subject
to the duties imposed by clause 2 of Proclamation 9705, as amended. The
Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and
the United States Trade Representative, shall recommend to the
President, as warranted, updates to the in-quota volumes contained in
the Annex to this proclamation. Steel articles from Japan imported under
an exclusion granted pursuant to clause 3 of Proclamation 9705, as
amended, shall count against the in-quota volume of the tariff-rate
quota established in clause 1 of this proclamation.
(2) Clause 2 of Proclamation 9705, as amended, is revised to read as
follows:
``(2)(a) In order to establish certain modifications to the duty rate on
imports of steel articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is
modified as provided in the Annex to this proclamation and any subsequent
proclamations regarding such steel articles.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this proclamation, or in notices
published pursuant to clause 3 of this proclamation, all steel articles
imports covered by heading 9903.80.01, in subchapter III of chapter 99 of
the HTSUS, shall be subject to an additional 25 percent ad valorem rate of
duty with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from
warehouse for consumption, as follows: (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern
daylight time on March 23, 2018, from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, South Korea, and the member countries of
the European Union; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on
June 1, 2018, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, and
South Korea; (iii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August
13, 2018, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South
Korea, and Turkey; (iv) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May
20, 2019, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South
Korea, and Turkey; (v) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May
21, 2019, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada,
Mexico, and South Korea; (vi) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time
on January 1, 2022, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil,
Canada, Mexico, and South Korea, and except the member countries of the
European Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31,
2023, for steel articles covered by headings 9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19,
inclusive; and (vii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April
1, 2022, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada,
Mexico, and South Korea, and except the member countries of the European
Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, for
steel articles covered by headings 9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19,
inclusive, and from Japan, for steel articles covered by headings
9903.81.25 through 9903.81.80, inclusive. Further, except as otherwise
provided in notices published pursuant to clause 3 of this proclamation,
all steel articles imports from Turkey covered by heading 9903.80.02, in
subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS, shall be subject to a 50 percent
ad valorem rate of duty with
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respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for
consumption, on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 13,
2018, and prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May 21, 2019. All
steel articles imports covered by heading 9903.80.61, in subchapter III of
chapter 99 of the HTSUS, shall be subject to the additional 25 percent ad
valorem rate of duty established herein with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern time on the date specified in a determination by the Secretary
granting relief. These rates of duty, which are in addition to any other
duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported steel
articles, shall apply to imports of steel articles from each country as
specified in the preceding three sentences.''
(3) The first two sentences of clause 1 of Proclamation 9980 of
January 24, 2020 (Adjusting Imports of Derivative Aluminum Articles and
Derivative Steel Articles Into the United States), are revised to read
as follows:
``In order to establish increases in the duty rate on imports of certain
derivative articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is modified
as provided in Annex I and Annex II to this proclamation. Except as
otherwise provided in this proclamation, all imports of derivative aluminum
articles specified in Annex I to this proclamation shall be subject to an
additional 10 percent ad valorem rate of duty, and all imports of
derivative steel articles specified in Annex II to this proclamation shall
be subject to an additional 25 percent ad valorem rate of duty, with
respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for
consumption, as follows: (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time
on February 8, 2020, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any
other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported
derivative aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of
derivative aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from
all countries except Argentina, the Commonwealth of Australia (Australia),
Canada, and the United Mexican States (Mexico) and to imports of derivative
steel articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South
Korea; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on January 1,
2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other duties, fees,
exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative aluminum
articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative aluminum
articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, and Mexico and to imports of derivative steel articles described in
Annex II to this proclamation from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the European Union,
Mexico, and South Korea; and (iii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight
time on April 1, 2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any
other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported
derivative aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of
derivative aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from
all countries except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of
the European Union, and Mexico and to imports of derivative steel articles
described in Annex II to this proclamation from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea.''
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(4) Steel eligible for treatment under clause 1 of this proclamation
must be melted and poured in Japan in order to receive such treatment.
The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security
and the United States Trade Representative, is authorized to take such
actions as are necessary to ensure compliance with this requirement.
Failure to comply could result in applicable remedies such as the
collection of the tariff set forth in clause 2 of Proclamation 9705, or
penalties under United States law.
(5) The modifications to the HTSUS made by clause 1 of this
proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 1, 2022, and shall continue in
effect, unless such actions are expressly reduced, modified, or
terminated.
(6) Any imports of steel articles from Japan that were admitted into
a U.S. foreign trade zone under ``privileged foreign status'' as defined
in 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 1,
2022, shall be subject upon entry for consumption made on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern daylight time on April 1, 2022, to the provisions of the
tariff rate quota in effect at the time of the entry for consumption.
(7) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
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Proclamation 10357 of March 31, 2022
Month of the Military Child, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each April, the Month of the Military Child provides a chance for us to
recognize and thank the children of our service members and veterans. I
have always believed that America has a sacred obligation to prepare our
troops when we send them into harm's way and to support them and their
families both while they are deployed and after they return home. The
First Lady and I recognize that it is not only those who wear the
uniform that serve our country--it is also their loved ones, and
especially their children. In the timeless words of the poet John
Milton, ``They also serve who only stand and wait.''
Military-connected children shoulder the burdens of service, facing
unique challenges from a young age. They move frequently with their
families--leaving friends, schools, and communities behind. They say
goodbye to deploying family members, not knowing when they will see them
again. Some of these young people endure deployments and separations,
spending months or even years away from their beloved parent. Birthdays,
holidays, graduations, and other important milestones are celebrated
with just a phone call or virtual hug. The First Lady and I witnessed
these sacrifices firsthand, when our grandchildren experienced their
father's deployment to Iraq.
Even after their parent has left the military, children can continue to
face challenges as their parent transitions to civilian life and they
may be called on to care for wounds or injuries their parent suffered
during their service. Too many live with the pain and loss of a parent
or family member who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our
country.
This month--and every month--we share our gratitude for these children.
We recognize the hardships they face and commit to supporting the
physical, social, and emotional health and safety of their families.
That is why the White House's Joining Forces initiative, guided by the
First Lady, is focused on supporting the military and veteran families,
caregivers, and survivors.
As a symbol of our support and gratitude to our military children,
during the Month of the Military Child, the Department of Defense uses
the color purple--representing all services in the military community. I
encourage Americans everywhere to find ways to support our military-
connected children, including by wearing purple to honor their service.
Let us recommit ourselves to our sacred obligation to provide our
military children and their families with the full support of our
communities and our Government.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as the
Month of the Military Child. I call upon the people of the United States
to honor military children with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10358 of March 31, 2022
National Cancer Control Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Since the Congress passed the landmark National Cancer Act in 1971, our
Nation has made tremendous strides in preventing, detecting, and
treating cancer. But nearly all families--including my own and that of
the Vice President's--still know the pain a cancer diagnosis brings.
Despite our Nation's progress over the last 50 years, cancer in its many
forms is still the second leading cause of death in the United States,
with more than 600,000 deaths and nearly 1.9 million new cancer
diagnoses each year. A cancer diagnosis remains a crushing blow to those
diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. In the name of all those we have
lost and for all those still fighting, I believe we can end cancer as we
know it.
During National Cancer Control Month, we renew our commitments to
improve cancer prevention, promote early detection, enhance treatment,
and support the needs of cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. We
recognize that while the fight against cancer is often personal, the
desire to make cancer more preventable, detectable, and treatable is one
that has the potential to unite us as a Nation, inspiring us to stand
together and work together.
In 2016, as Vice President, I led the Cancer Moonshot to accelerate our
progress against cancer and take advantage of 21st century science and
technology--an effort that has catalyzed change across the cancer
community. As President, I have reignited the Cancer Moonshot and set
ambitious new goals to reduce the death rate from cancer by 50 percent
over the next 25 years and to improve the experience of people and their
families living with and surviving cancer. We are creating the Advanced
Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), with the singular purpose
of expediting breakthroughs in the prevention, detection, and treatment
of cancer and other deadly diseases.
As part of a recommitment to the Cancer Moonshot, the First Lady and I
announced a call to action on cancer screening and early detection. Our
goal is to drive progress on potentially life-saving screenings that so
many Americans have missed as a result of the pandemic and to help
ensure that everyone in the United States benefits equitably from the
technology we have to detect, diagnose, and treat cancer. We urge every
American to get back on track with their recommended screenings, and we
implore the public and private sectors to increase access to early
detection for individuals
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and communities. To learn more about which cancer screenings are
appropriate for you, talk to your healthcare provider, visit cdc.gov/
cancerscreening or cancer.gov/screeningtests, or call 1-800-4-CANCER.
We also encourage Americans to take the proven steps to lower their risk
for many forms of cancer. Experts agree that reducing tobacco use,
eating healthily, engaging in regular physical activity and exercise,
limiting alcohol consumption, and reducing exposure to the sun when it
is at its peak can help reduce the risk of a cancer diagnosis. Given
that cigarette smoking is responsible for 30 percent of all cancer
deaths, helping people quit smoking and limiting exposure to secondhand
smoke can save lives. Resources are available at SmokeFree.gov, by
calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW, or by texting QUITNOW to 333888.
Access to health coverage is critical to the fight against cancer, and
we were proud to expand access to quality, affordable coverage through
the American Rescue Plan. Most health insurance plans are required to
cover recommended cancer screenings with no out-of-pocket costs. But for
millions of Americans, the care they need is not within reach. That is
why I am committed to reducing prescription drug costs and health
insurance premiums for millions of Americans and closing the Medicaid
coverage gap in States that refuse to expand Medicaid. This would allow
millions more of our fellow Americans to access cancer screenings and
tobacco cessation services.
We also thank the doctors, nurses, researchers, caregivers, and
advocates who are dedicated to finding treatments and cures and reducing
the pain and burden of cancer. Our Nation's health care workers
continued to provide care and support to cancer patients and their loved
ones, even as a global pandemic made their jobs more difficult and
demanding, and our Nation is forever grateful.
During Cancer Control Month, we reaffirm our national commitment to meet
the scourge of cancer with urgency and with all the tools and talent we
can bring to bear. For survivors and caregivers who carry the physical
and mental scars of cancer treatment and recovery, for those who we have
lost, and for those who we can save--let us end cancer as we know it.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as National Cancer Control
Month. I encourage citizens, government agencies, private businesses,
nonprofit organizations, and other interested groups to join in
activities that will increase awareness of what Americans can do to
prevent, detect, treat, and control cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10359 of March 31, 2022
National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every child deserves to live in a safe and loving household; yet, for
hundreds of thousands of children across our Nation, abuse and neglect
are a tragic reality. During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, our
country stands as one to condemn and combat child abuse in all of its
forms--including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as
online sexual exploitation; we raise awareness about the risk factors
that can lead to child abuse and neglect; and we highlight the
importance of supporting families to prevent child maltreatment. As a
Nation, we must work together to prevent and address child abuse and
ensure that every child can grow up in a safe environment and live a
happy, prosperous life.
Child abuse crosses all socioeconomic and educational levels, religions,
and ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We know that abuse and neglect
negatively impact every aspect and stage of a child's life. Child abuse
impacts the ability of students to succeed in school and often hinders
their ability to forge healthy relationships with their loved ones and
peers. It is associated with involvement in the juvenile justice system,
especially for girls who have experienced sexual abuse. One of the most
important tools to break the cycle and eliminate the tragedy of child
abuse and neglect is prevention. This requires that we support and
uplift our communities, families, and individuals so that our children
can be raised in safe, loving, and healthy environments. For those
children and adolescents who do experience abuse, it is important to
ensure access to trauma-informed services and healing.
In order to help prevent child abuse and neglect, my Administration is
committed to providing high-quality and equitable support to all
families that need it. The American Rescue Plan provided cash assistance
to millions of working families and expanded the Child Tax Credit--which
lifted millions of children and families out of poverty. It supplied
critical funding to support State and community child abuse prevention
and response efforts and authorized an additional $250 million for
community-based child abuse prevention programs. This additional funding
has allowed communities to address the complex structural issues that
contribute to families becoming involved in the child welfare system. At
a time when families are experiencing elevated hardships, especially
vulnerable families that have been disproportionately affected by COVID-
19, this extra support is more important than ever. Also, I was proud to
sign into law a bill to help sustain the Crime Victims Fund, which
provides assistance for child advocacy centers and other programs to
address child abuse.
I was raised to believe that one of the greatest sins is the abuse of
power, and there is no greater abuse of power than the abuse of a child.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month is an opportunity to take bold
action to better support parents and caregivers with access to resources
to cope during challenging times. It is also a time to identify and take
the necessary steps
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to address inequities experienced by those who have been historically
underserved and adversely affected by continuous poverty and inequality.
Reducing child poverty is critical to reducing the disproportional
representation of low-income children and families--especially
communities of color--in the child welfare system and foster care.
Our Nation is also witnessing a cynical and dangerous campaign waged by
some elected leaders who are attempting to weaponize the child welfare
system against families just because they love and affirm their
transgender children. These leaders have sought to direct child abuse
investigations into families simply because they have provided access to
affirming care for their children. These discriminatory actions threaten
to hurt our Nation's children and must stop. Affirming a transgender
child's identity is one of the best things that a parent, teacher, or
doctor can do to keep children from harm. My Administration will
continue to take actions to keep transgender children and their families
safe. That is why the Department of Health and Human Services recently
released new guidance to State child welfare agencies on how they can
support and affirm LGBTQI+ children who are in foster care.
During National Child Abuse Prevention Month and throughout the year, I
call upon everyone to stand together against child abuse and neglect and
show our appreciation of the hardworking child-welfare workforce and
allies who are steadfast in their commitment to strengthening families,
protecting children, and combating systemic inequities. For more
information on how professionals and communities are supporting families
and to learn strategies to advance equity in child abuse prevention
programs, please view the 2021/2022 Prevention Resource Guide, available
at childwelfare.gov.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as
National Child Abuse Prevention Month. I call upon all Americans to
observe this month by joining together as a Nation to promote the safety
and well-being of all children and families and to recognize the child-
welfare workforce and allies who work tirelessly to protect our
children. And we honor the strength and resilience of adult survivors of
child abuse.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10360 of March 31, 2022
National Donate Life Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today, more than 100,000 men, women, and children in the United States
need a life-saving organ transplant. In many cases, an organ donation
provides another chance to live a full life. For those waiting for that
gift of life--the uncertainty can be excruciating, exacting a physical
and emotional toll on the potential recipient and their loved ones.
During National Donate Life Month, we give thanks to the families and
friends of donors who have supported their loved one's decision to save
lives by donating; we show our appreciation for the professionals who
serve the transplantation community; and we encourage Americans who can
to become organ, eye, tissue, marrow, and blood donors. In so doing, we
honor those who have given this most extraordinary of gifts.
Last year, because of the charity and generosity of the American people,
our Nation's transplant experts performed more than 41,000 organ
transplants--a record number. We saw organ donations from deceased
donors set an annual record for the 11th consecutive year. Living donor
transplants, which decreased significantly in 2020 due to the COVID-19
pandemic, increased with over 6,500 living donor transplants performed.
Despite our progress, our Nation continues to face a critical shortage
of organ donors, and the number of people in need of a transplant is
high, with 17 people dying every day while waiting for a transplant.
Today's transplant waitlist also includes more than 1,900 children under
the age of 18 awaiting the gift of life. That is why during National
Donate Life Month, we also recognize National Pediatric Transplant Week
from April 24-30, a period dedicated to ending the pediatric transplant
waiting list.
Waitlist data shows that people of color make up nearly 60 percent of
individuals awaiting an organ transplant. To increase access to
transplantation for everyone, we recommit to promoting greater diversity
in organ donation, as we continue to advance health equity for all
communities, including those that have gone underserved, across our
Nation.
Every year, nearly 18,000 people in America are diagnosed with life-
threatening blood cancers or other diseases for which a blood stem cell
transplant may be their best or only hope for a cure. Approximately 70
percent of these individuals need donors from outside their families.
Although nearly 23 million adults in the United States are currently
registered as blood stem cell donors, we need more registrants to help
the many individuals who still have difficulty finding a suitably
matched donor.
During National Donate Life Month, we thank the millions of individuals
across America who are living or registered organ donors. We recognize
and commend the researchers, advocates, volunteers, and medical
professionals working to reduce the number of people awaiting vital
organ transplants. Our Nation applauds the therapeutic innovations that
have decreased rates of organ rejection and have extended the lifespan
of transplanted organs.
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While transplantation continues to increase substantially and meet the
needs of many people with organ failure, we must continue our efforts to
shorten the waiting list and encourage organ donation. If you have not
signed up as an organ donor, we can use your help. I encourage every
American to help people in need by visiting organdonor.gov for organ,
eye, and tissue donation, and bloodstemcell.hrsa.gov for marrow and
blood donation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as National
Donate Life Month. I call upon every person who can to share the gift of
life and hope by becoming organ, eye, tissue, marrow, and blood donors.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10361 of March 31, 2022
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
I was raised to believe that one of the greatest sins is the abuse of
power--whether it is economic, psychological, or physical. The cruel
fact is that people of every age, ability, race, sex, gender identity,
sexual orientation, national origin, socioeconomic background, and
religion suffer the pain and trauma of the abuse of power that is sexual
assault. Sexual violence can occur anywhere--and millions of assaults
occur each year at the workplace, in the home, at school, and online.
These assaults are an intolerable affront to our shared humanity. During
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, we renew our
commitment to ensuring that every person can live a life free from
sexual violence. We continue in our commitment to stand with survivors,
hold perpetrators accountable, and dismantle a culture that is complicit
in allowing sexual violence to continue.
Sexual assault is also a public health crisis. According to the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 1 in 5 women in America
experiences a rape or attempted rape, and nearly 44 percent of women and
about 25 percent of all men experience some form of sexual violence in
their lifetime. Tragically, many of those assaulted are young, and
research shows that these assaults can have lifelong effects on health
and are linked to chronic illnesses. Too often, this trauma is
compounded by lost productivity, the challenge of seeking
accountability, and the ensuing costs of medical and mental health care.
My Administration is committed to supporting survivors and alleviating
the public health crisis of sexual assault. That is why we included $450
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million in the American Rescue Plan to provide funding for domestic
violence and sexual assault services, including rape crisis centers. We
also included a historic commitment to funding culturally-specific
community-based organizations to address the needs of survivors who face
systemic barriers to accessing support and resources, including
survivors of color, survivors with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ survivors.
My Administration continues to fund innovative programs to support
sexual assault survivors in rural and remote communities.
I am committed to addressing sexual violence wherever it occurs. Last
year, I issued an Executive Order directing the Department of Education
to review Title IX regulations and other agency actions to ensure that
all students have an educational environment that is free from
discrimination on the basis of sex. Because 1 in 3 women under the age
of 35 has experienced sexual harassment online, I have made addressing
online forms of sexual violence, harassment, and abuse a priority, and
my Administration recently launched a new Global Partnership for Action
on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse.
Sexual violence is also a matter of national security and military
readiness. To advance the goal of eliminating sexual assault in our
Armed Forces, I signed the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act,
which includes the historic shift of legal decisions in cases of sexual
assault from commanders to independent, specialized military
prosecutors. To implement the I Am Vanessa Guill[eacute]n Act, I also
issued an Executive Order to add sexual harassment as a specific offense
under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
I was proud to support and sign into law the Ending Forced Arbitration
of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021. This law advances
efforts to prevent and address sexual harassment and sexual assault and
promotes access to justice by guaranteeing that people who have
experienced sexual assault and sexual harassment in the workplace are
not forced into binding arbitration and are instead allowed to choose
whether to go to court.
Ending violence against women and eliminating sexual assault has been a
priority for me throughout my life. It is why I wrote and championed the
original Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), a law that has transformed
how we respond to sexual assault and which I count as one of my proudest
legislative accomplishments. I am proud to have recently signed into law
the reauthorization of VAWA, which expands prevention efforts and
protections for survivors of sexual assault and other forms of gender-
based violence. The law will provide increased resources and training so
that our law enforcement and our judicial systems are better able to
appropriately handle these cases. It includes a new focus on addressing
technology-facilitated abuse and establishes a Federal civil cause of
action for victims of non-consensual distribution of intimate images.
The Act will strengthen rape prevention and education efforts, support
rape crisis centers, improve the training of sexual assault forensic
examiners, reduce the backlog of untested DNA kits, and broaden access
to legal services for all survivors. It will also expand recognition of
the special criminal jurisdiction of Tribal courts to cover non-Native
perpetrators of sexual assault, sex trafficking, child abuse, and
stalking.
This month, we honor the bravery and leadership of survivors by
rededicating ourselves to eliminating sexual violence. It will require
care and
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commitment from each of us to realize an America where everyone is free
from the threat and impact of sexual violence.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as National
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. I urge all Americans to
support sexual assault survivors including when survivors reach out and
disclose abuse.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10362 of March 31, 2022
Second Chance Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
April marks Second Chance Month, when we reaffirm the importance of
helping people who were formerly incarcerated reenter society. America
is a Nation of second chances, and it is critical that our criminal and
juvenile justice systems provide meaningful opportunities for
rehabilitation and redemption. It is also vital that we address both the
root causes of crime and the underlying needs of returning citizens
using resources devoted to prevention, diversion, reentry, trauma-
informed care, culturally-specific services, and social support. By
supporting people who are committed to rectifying their mistakes,
redefining themselves, and making meaningful contributions to society,
we help reduce recidivism and build safer communities.
Every year, over 640,000 people are released from State and Federal
prisons. More than 70 million Americans have a criminal record that
creates significant barriers to employment, economic stability, and
successful reentry into society. Thousands of legal and regulatory
restrictions prevent these individuals from accessing employment,
housing, voting, education, business licensing, and other basic
opportunities. Because of these barriers, nearly 75 percent of people
who were formerly incarcerated are still unemployed a year after being
released.
We must rethink the existing criminal justice system and whom we send to
prison and for how long; how unaddressed trauma and abuse create
pipelines to incarceration; how people are treated while incarcerated;
how prepared they are to reenter society once they have served their
time; and how the racial inequities that lead to disproportionate
numbers of incarcerated people of color and other underserved groups.
My Administration recognizes that making the criminal and juvenile
justice systems more equitable, just, and effective requires a holistic
approach. It requires eliminating exceedingly long sentences and
mandatory minimums
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that keep people incarcerated longer than they should be. It requires
quality job training and educational opportunities during incarceration.
It requires providing formerly incarcerated individuals with
opportunities to enter the workforce, reunite with their families, find
stable and safe homes, and access health care. It requires expunging and
sealing certain criminal records so that people's futures are not
defined by their past.
That is why my Administration is working across Federal agencies to
eliminate barriers to reentry. We are expanding avenues for employment,
housing, education, health services, civic engagement, and other
benefits. Last fall, the Department of Justice convened the Reentry
Coordination Council in collaboration with the Departments of Housing
and Urban Development, Agriculture, Education, Health and Human
Services, Veterans Affairs, and Labor. I am confident that our
collective efforts will help make our communities safer and stronger by
reducing crime, recidivism, mass incarceration, and elements of the
justice system that foster harmful disparate impacts on people of color
and other historically disadvantaged communities.
But despite our progress, much more work remains. Our Federal, State,
local, territorial, and Tribal governments, private employers,
philanthropies, and community leaders play a significant role in
preparing individuals returning to our communities for success.
Together, let us recommit to empower Americans who have paid their debt
to society and to provide them with a second chance to participate,
contribute, and succeed.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as
Second Chance Month. I call upon all government officials, educators,
volunteers, and all the people of the United States to observe the month
with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10363 of April 1, 2022
National Public Health Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each year, National Public Health Week provides a chance for all of us
to come together to restore and strengthen the public health of our
Nation. As we have seen so starkly over the past 2 years, public health
is essential to every part of our National life--not only to the safety
and well-being of our families and communities but also to our
prosperity. This week, we celebrate the progress we have made to
revitalize our public health, recommit ourselves to the work that still
remains, and recognize all of the remarkable health care workers and
public health professionals whose extraordinary
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sacrifice and courage on the front lines have carried our Nation through
one of the most difficult periods in our history.
Thanks to our brave and dedicated public health and health care
workforce, the resilience of the American people, and our comprehensive
strategy to tackle COVID-19, our Nation is far better positioned today
than we were a year ago. Vaccines and boosters have been proven to offer
the highest level of protection--and today, more than 250 million
Americans have stepped up to protect themselves and their communities by
getting at least one shot, saving more than a million American lives. We
are ready with millions of antiviral treatments that reduce your chance
of ending up in the hospital by 90 percent. We are continuing to
vaccinate the world, having sent over half a billion vaccine doses to
114 countries with more to come.
My Administration has made hundreds of millions of tests available for
Americans to order directly to their homes for free. We have
successfully reopened schools and businesses across the country, most
Americans can now go safely mask-free, and together we are moving
forward safely back to more normal routines. We have positioned
ourselves well to detect and prepare for new variants and have more
tools to protect people than ever before--but making sure these tools
are readily available requires additional funding from the Congress. We
urgently need the Congress to provide the funding we have requested to
maintain our preparedness against COVID-19 and ensure the American
people continue to have access to treatments, vaccines, and tests. The
consequences of inaction are severe and immediate, and they will only
get more significant over time.
While COVID-19 remains a top public health priority, we are committed to
a full range of efforts to improve the Nation's general health, safety,
and resilience. Last year, through the American Rescue Plan and other
actions, we expanded access to--and lowered the cost of--quality health
care for millions of Americans. In addition, we made new investments in
mental health services; innovative health care technologies; our public
health and health care workforce; and maternal, infant, and early
childhood programs. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are
also helping to address long-standing health inequities that have
burdened communities of color and low-income neighborhoods for far too
long. Because of this law, we are beginning to replace poisonous lead
pipes so that every child, in every home and school in America, finally
has clean water to drink. By making landmark investments in public
transit and delivering high-speed internet to every single community in
the country, we are also making health care and telehealth services more
accessible to each and every family.
Of course, there is much more that we need to do to improve our public
health and build a better America. As we continue our fight to defeat
the pandemic, we must also continue to expand health coverage and lower
the cost of health care for every family--including the cost of
prescription drugs like insulin. We must make transformational
investments in our climate resilience and continue to address dangerous
environmental injustices that threaten public health and have hit
communities of color the hardest. We must take commonsense steps to
address the public health epidemic of gun violence, which
disproportionately impacts Black Americans. We must come together to
address the toll that the mental health epidemic takes on America's
children, deliver the physical and mental health care
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that our veterans and service members deserve, and make landmark
investments to spark breakthroughs in our fight against cancer,
Alzheimer's, diabetes, and other diseases.
During National Public Health Week, we recommit ourselves to reaching
these goals--to improve our public health and, in so doing, improve our
safety and security, our economic strength, the equity and fairness of
our Nation, and our quality of life. Together, we share our appreciation
to all those who safeguard the Nation's public health through acts of
service and those who seek to strengthen communities by fostering
equitable opportunities for all. My Administration encourages all
Americans to do their part for public health--especially by getting
vaccinated and receiving a booster shot, if eligible. It takes all of us
to preserve the health of our Nation, and together we are poised to make
tremendous progress to build a better, stronger, and healthier America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 4 through
April 10, 2022, as National Public Health Week. I call on all citizens,
government agencies, private businesses, non-profit organizations, and
other groups to take action to improve the health of our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10364 of April 1, 2022
World Autism Awareness Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On World Autism Awareness Day, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring
that the more than 5 million Americans who live with autism are able to
make the most of their talents and participate fully in our society, and
we celebrate the contributions autistic Americans have made to our
families, our communities, our Nation, and the world.
We have made significant progress in improving access to opportunity for
people with developmental disabilities in recent years. However, many
autistic individuals still experience gaps in employment and income. The
COVID-19 pandemic has compounded these inequities, creating unique
challenges and strains for people with autism and their families.
That is why my Administration is committed to addressing the systemic
barriers people with autism face in their daily lives. The pandemic
upended school routines for children and students living with
disabilities. That is why the Department of Education is working
tirelessly to accelerate pandemic recovery for special education
programs. In addition, the Department of Health and Human Services and
the Department of Housing and Urban
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Development are committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities have
access to affordable housing as we come through this pandemic.
In order to improve quality of life for people with autism and their
families in every community, my Administration is committed to funding
cutting-edge research to help us better understand, diagnose, and treat
autism, including funding research at the National Institutes of Health
and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that seeks to better
understand the underlying mechanisms of autism from childhood through
early adulthood, improve methods of early identification and diagnosis,
and develop innovations in the delivery of interventions and services.
My Administration remains committed to reducing barriers in access to
early diagnoses, interventions, and services for people with autism--
regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, culture, or geography--and to
incorporating the lived experiences of individuals with autism into
their research. Last June, when I signed the Executive Order on
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal
Workforce, I promised to cultivate a Federal workforce that draws from
the full diversity of the Nation. One of the ways we are delivering on
that promise is through a partnership between the Department of Labor
and the Administration for Community Living, which is expanding access
to competitive, integrated employment opportunities for people with
disabilities, including autism.
In addition, my Administration will continue to build on the work done
by the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee, the National Autism
Coordinator, and others to make certain that autistic Americans have
access to the care, services, and support they need, so they can pursue
their educational, career, and life interests without discrimination.
Today and every day, we honor autistic people and celebrate the
meaningful and measureless ways they contribute to our Nation. We
applaud the millions of educators, advocates, family members,
caregivers, and others who support them. As we continue to build a
better America, we reaffirm our promise to provide Americans with autism
the support they need to live independently, fully participate in their
communities, and lead fulfilling lives of dignity and respect.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2022, as
World Autism Awareness Day. I call upon all Americans to learn more
about autism to improve early diagnosis, to learn more about the
experiences of autistic people from autistic people, and to build more
welcoming and inclusive communities to support people with autism.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10365 of April 8, 2022
Black Maternal Health Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Pregnancy and childbirth should be a dignified, safe, and joyful
experience for all. For far too many mothers, however, complications
related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum can lead to devastating
health outcomes--including hundreds of deaths each year. This maternal
health crisis is particularly devastating for Black women, who are more
than three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related complications
as white women, regardless of their income or education. During Black
Maternal Health Week, we renew our commitment to addressing the crisis
of Black maternal mortality and morbidity across the country.
The Biden-Harris Administration remains fully committed to ameliorating
these unacceptable disparities and building a health care system that is
equitable and safe for Black families. The inequities that Black mothers
face are not isolated incidents but, rather, the byproduct of systemic
racism in our society that has festered for far too long. To root it
out, and improve health outcomes, we must address a broad range of areas
where unequal access persists along racial lines--including access to
health care, adequate nutrition and housing, toxin-free environments,
high-paying job sectors that provide paid leave, and workplaces free
from harassment and discrimination.
That is why the American Rescue Plan gives States the opportunity to
provide 12 months of extended postpartum coverage to pregnant people
enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program. It is
also why I signed the Protecting Moms Who Served Act--part of the Black
Maternal Health ``Momnibus'' Act that Vice President Harris introduced
in the Senate--to address the maternal challenges that women veterans
face. It is why Vice President Harris hosted the first-ever White House
Maternal Day of Action Summit and announced a nationwide call to action
to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity.
To improve perinatal health outcomes and maternal health equity, the
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services intends to propose the first-
ever hospital quality designation specifically focused on maternity
care. In addition, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration recently accepted applications for the Services Grant
Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women--a
program that provides pregnant and postpartum women and their children
with comprehensive substance use treatment and recovery support services
across residential and outpatient settings. This year, the program will
also extend services to fathers, partners, and other family members.
In the year ahead, we must build on this work by further expanding
access to maternal care, lowering health care costs, and making new
investments to drive down mortality and improve maternal health. We are
going to expand and diversify the maternal health workforce, improve
maternal mental health treatment, bolster community-based programs,
train providers, enhance research, and ensure that maternal care is
better coordinated. This is more than just the right thing to do--it is
also a strategic imperative that
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makes all of us healthier and all of us stronger. When women--regardless
of race--do not receive the health care they need and deserve, it
threatens the strength and stability of our families, our communities,
and our entire Nation.
It is on all of us to ensure that no person's race ever determines their
health outcomes and that every person preparing to give birth is treated
with dignity, safety, and respect in our health care system. During
Black Maternal Health Week, we refocus on that effort and celebrate
America's extraordinary maternal health care workforce--including doulas
and midwives, who offer crucial support for our Nation's mothers
throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum and whose work is
essential to the health and well-being of all of our mothers and
children.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 11 through
April 17, 2022, as Black Maternal Health Week. I call upon all Americans
to raise awareness of the state of Black maternal health in the United
States by understanding the consequences of systemic discrimination,
recognizing the scope of this problem and the need for urgent solutions,
amplifying the voices and experiences of Black women, families, and
communities, and committing to building a world in which Black women do
not have to fear for their safety, their well-being, their dignity, or
their lives before, during, and after pregnancy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10366 of April 8, 2022
Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On April 14, 1890, 18 nations of this hemisphere came together to form
the International Union of American Republics--the oldest regional
international organization in the world and the precursor to the modern-
day Organization of American States. Today, the Organization of American
States consists of 35 independent States from North America, Central
America, South America, and the Caribbean and is dedicated to the
principles of advancing peace, prosperity, and democracy throughout the
Western Hemisphere. On Pan American Day and during Pan American Week, we
recognize the strength of this regional community and celebrate our
unity and shared values.
This year, as the United States prepares to host the Ninth Summit of the
Americas--my Administration reaffirms our commitment to collectively
addressing the challenges and opportunities we share with our regional
neighbors. The theme of this year's summit, ``Building a Sustainable,
Resilient, and Equitable Future'' focuses on working together with our
partners
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to produce better outcomes and strengthen our ability to respond to
critical issues that affect all our nations. We need to emerge from the
pandemic and bolster global health security, build strong and inclusive
democracies, advance a joint approach to regional migration management,
ensure humanitarian protection, and root out the corruption that reduces
our ability to make progress. We will seize opportunities to address the
climate crisis and accelerate the green energy transition. We will
foster a transformation that will expand access to digital technologies,
support independent media and civil society organizations, and ensure
that economic growth is equitable and inclusive.
My Administration's Build Back Better World initiative will play an
important role in the Pan American region's recovery from the economic
impact of the pandemic, promoting the highest labor, environmental,
social, and technical standards. In addition, our Call to Action, a
public-private partnership supporting long-term development in Central
America, will continue to generate private sector interest and build
upon its $1.2 billion investment in the region.
It is in our economic and national security interest and the entire Pan
American region for our nations to advance a secure, economically
prosperous, healthy, and democratic hemisphere for all our people. We
can reach that future if we unite around principled and democratic
leadership, anchored in the rule of law. The people throughout the
region want governments that are accountable to voters and deliver real
benefits including jobs, education, security, equal opportunity, and
fundamental human and political rights. Support for democracy and
respect for human rights is at the heart of all of the United States'
engagement with our neighbors throughout the Americas. Twenty years
after approval of the Inter-American Democratic Charter--affirming a
collective commitment to strengthen democracy in the region--there is
more work to do to fortify democratic institutions and prevent
democratic backsliding in this hemisphere.
We will continue to build on the commitments made at the 2021 Summit for
Democracy, in which 26 governments in the Western Hemisphere
participated, to forge a more inclusive and democratic future. We will
work with hemispheric leaders--incorporating the recommendations of
diverse voices from youth, marginalized communities, the private sector,
independent media, and civil society--to fulfill our commitments and
drive our momentum forward.
This is the time to take bold collective action to address our shared
challenges. Climate change, the pandemic, repression, corruption, and
democratic backsliding have created migration and refugee flows
unequaled in the modern history of the region. This is bigger than any
one country and any one border. Coordinated regional efforts are
essential to respond to urgent humanitarian needs, provide legal
alternatives to irregular migration, address root causes, counter
corruption, and crack down on human smuggling networks that exploit the
most vulnerable. As we approach the Summit of the Americas, our goal is
to chart a new regional approach to improve how we jointly manage
migration across the region for the coming decade.
My Administration will continue to work tirelessly to address these and
other challenges, and to achieve our shared goals in the Pan American
region.
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During this Pan American Day and Pan American Week, we celebrate our
close ties and shared values with the region, and we come together in
the spirit of unity and optimism for a resilient, sustainable, and
equitable future for all people of the Americas.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 14, 2022, as
Pan American Day and April 10 through April 16, 2022, as Pan American
Week. I urge the Governors of the 50 States, the Governor of the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the officials of the other areas under
the flag of the United States of America to honor these observances with
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10367 of April 8, 2022
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On April 9, 1942, tens of thousands of American and Filipino prisoners
of war began what would become known to history as the Bataan Death
March. Thousands died during the march, but the indomitable spirit of
those prisoners was never broken. Eighty years later, our Nation
continues to honor their courage and recognize the more than half a
million service members who sacrificed their own freedom as prisoners of
war to ensure that our Nation and the values of freedom and democracy
always prevail.
Former prisoners of war stand among the bravest of our Nation. They
fought valiantly and served with honor--and under often agonizing
conditions as prisoners, they demonstrated incredible personal courage,
love of country, and devotion to duty. Through their extraordinary
sacrifices and selflessness, they helped ensure freedom for millions of
people. They are heroes.
I join all Americans in expressing our deepest gratitude to every
service member who has endured being a prisoner of war and to their
families, caregivers, and survivors. Their service--knowing all the risk
and danger it could bring--is a credit to their character and to our
Nation. On this day and every day, we remember the hardships of
captivity they survived in service to our Nation. We also remember all
the brave women and men who died as prisoners in foreign lands during
our Nation's past wars, and we grieve with those at home who prayed for
their loved ones' return. Their faith, love of family, and devotion to
our Nation inspire us all, and we will always remember their sacrifices.
Today, our brave men and women in uniform carry on the rich legacy of
our former prisoners of war--unrelenting in battle, unwavering in
loyalty,
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unmatched in decency, and prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice on
behalf of our Nation.
May God bless our former prisoners of war and their families, and may
God protect our troops.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 9, 2022, as
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day. I call upon Americans
to observe this day by honoring the service and sacrifice of all former
prisoners of war as our Nation expresses its eternal gratitude for their
sacrifice. I also call upon Federal, State, and local government
officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10368 of April 11, 2022
Education and Sharing Day, USA, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As we work together to build a better America, we must remember that
education is the key to achieving greater opportunity, prosperity,
stability, and equality both here and around the world. A high-quality
education develops the mind, opens the heart, nurtures our talents, and
fortifies our character. Through education, we learn to recognize
ourselves in our neighbors and cherish the dignity of our shared human
experience. No one understood this better than the man whose life and
legacy we celebrate on this day: Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the
Lubavitcher Rebbe and leader of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement.
The Rebbe's devotion to educating people worldwide and his profound
respect for diversity, inclusiveness, and equal justice have set a
strong example for generations of Americans and people across the globe.
Having survived one of history's cruelest chapters, the Rebbe emerged
determined to help heal the soul of humanity. He left his mark as a
thinker, leader, and teacher who recognized the limitless potential of
every human being regardless of their background. His outreach is still
felt today in countless houses of worship, centers of education,
cultural exchanges, and service communities worldwide.
The Rebbe's work reminds us, in the words of the Prophet Amos, to ``hate
evil, love good, and establish justice in the gate.'' We each share a
responsibility to live up to those words--in and out of the classroom--
and to plant the seeds of love, kindness, and empathy in the hearts and
minds of every child in America.
To ensure that our children are provided every opportunity to learn and
grow, my Administration provided resources through the American Rescue
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Plan for schools to safely reopen for in-person instruction. Today,
thanks to our COVID-19 strategy and the resilience of local communities,
more than 99 percent of America's schools are open again. But if we are
truly going to build a better America, we must continue to make
transformational investments in education--including making high-quality
pre-school available to every 3- and 4-year old in America and coming
together to address the invisible toll on children's mental health that
was exacerbated by the pandemic.
Today--on what would have been the Rebbe's 120th birthday--let us
celebrate all the educators, advocates, and pioneers who teach young
people the lessons that create caring neighbors and closer communities.
Let us commit to learning together, sharing the best we have to offer,
and working in unity for the common good.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 12, 2022, as
Education and Sharing Day, USA. I call upon all government officials,
educators, volunteers, and all the people of the United States to
observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10369 of April 15, 2022
National Park Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From the Great Smoky Mountains in North Carolina and Tennessee, to the
wonderous sights of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, to the vast hidden
treasures of the Channel Islands in California, our cherished national
parks are home to so many of those most beautiful places on Earth,
places that astonish us, inspire us, and fill us with a sense of pride
and belonging. During National Park Week, we celebrate the natural
splendor of our national parks and show our appreciation for the
Department of the Interior and National Park Service's dedicated
stewardship of them.
Last month, our Nation celebrated the 150th anniversary of Yellowstone
National Park--the world's first national park and a place that holds
many treasured memories for me. The desire to protect and share the
indescribable beauty, bountiful wildlife, and natural resources of
Yellowstone laid the foundation for what would become America's national
parks system.
To protect our Nation's outdoors and all of its marvels, I was proud to
launch the ``America the Beautiful'' initiative--the first-ever
voluntary national conservation effort with a goal to conserve 30
percent of our country's lands and waters by 2030. I have called for a
whole-of-government approach that supports locally-led efforts to
conserve and restore lands and
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waters across the country. In doing so, we will address the
interconnected climate and biodiversity crises that our planet faces and
also allow more people in more communities to have access to nature and
the physical and spiritual nourishment it provides.
Historic investments through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the
Great American Outdoors Act are also allowing us to revitalize our
national parks and public lands by modernizing facilities and addressing
the extensive deferred maintenance and repair backlog. These laws also
allow us to make progress on pollution clean-up, environmental
sustainability, climate resiliency, and green energy initiatives.
Through these important upgrades and restoration efforts, we will make
it possible for more people to enjoy our national parks, today and for
generations to come.
My Administration is working to fully engage with Tribal Nations by
acknowledging their history and learning from their ancestral and modern
connections to our national parks. By recognizing Native American
Tribes' connection to this land since time immemorial and finding
opportunities to collaborate on managing our shared lands and waters, we
can preserve Native American Tribes' rich histories while safeguarding
America's national parks for future generations. The National Park
Service is also working with stakeholders to connect more Americans to
our national parks, incorporating the experiences, backgrounds, and
history of every community that these sites represent.
As part of my Administration's efforts to advance equity, diversity, and
inclusion, we have made a priority of creating equitable access to our
shared natural resources. Through programs funded by the Land and Water
Conservation Fund, such as the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership, we
are working with communities to develop and preserve green space,
reinvigorating existing national parks, and expanding opportunities to
forge connections between people and the outdoors, particularly in
economically underserved areas. By tackling the intersecting challenges
of environmental and racial justice, we will create a future where all
Americans can enjoy everything that our national parks have to offer.
As we have learned throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, providing easy and
equitable access to the great outdoors is vital for our physical,
mental, and social health. National parks, trails, and other close-to-
home public spaces create opportunities for us to get outdoors, enjoy
fresh air, and socialize or find sanctuary.
Our national parks serve as a source of recreation, inspiration, and
spirit. They are, indeed, America's best idea. I encourage all Americans
to take some time during National Park Week to connect with our national
parks.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 16 through
April 24, 2022, as National Park Week. I encourage all Americans to find
their park, recreate responsibly, and enjoy the benefits that come from
spending time in the natural world.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10370 of April 15, 2022
National Volunteer Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Over the past year, we have seen that the American spirit of service is
alive and well. Every day, Americans are giving their love and labor to
care for seniors, help communities rebuild after disasters, support
veterans and military families, tackle climate change, guide and mentor
our youth, serve and strengthen the democratic process, feed the hungry,
and keep communities healthy and safe. Tens of millions of Americans
collectively volunteer billions of hours of their time each year. This
commitment to service represents the best of who we are as Americans.
During National Volunteer Week, we recognize the contributions that our
Nation's volunteers make every day and encourage all Americans to
discover their path to making a difference.
We also need to call on that spirit more than ever as we help our Nation
recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, we need volunteers in
education to help students get back on track, and I encourage Americans
to support our youth by serving as tutors and mentors or in other
critical roles. As we tackle the pandemic and so many other challenges,
government has a role to play, but our Nation is stronger, more
connected, and best prepared for the future when government, nonprofits,
community organizations, the private sector, and the American people
work together.
Volunteering also benefits the volunteers. People who volunteer develop
new skills, build their personal and professional networks, forge a
deeper connection with their communities and service organizations, and
experience the joy of serving a larger cause. The opportunities to
volunteer are seemingly limitless. Students gain real world experience,
workers apply their skills to organizations that benefit from their
experience and often develop new skills in the process, and older
Americans improve their health and longevity. At every age and stage in
life, volunteers experience the profound joy of giving back.
Volunteerism is also a reinforcing cycle. Volunteers are more likely to
become further involved in volunteer groups, participate in civic
organizations, attend public meetings, and lend a helping hand to their
neighbors. Serving together in common purpose has the power to unite us
across the lines that sometimes divide. As I pursue a unity agenda in
the Congress, volunteering serves as a unity agenda for our national
life.
Vice President Harris and I salute all of our fellow Americans who take
time to help others in need and the faith-based, nonprofit, national
service,
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military service, and community organizations that make their service
possible. My Administration is committed to encouraging and advancing
volunteer service throughout our Nation and the world. Through
AmeriCorps--a network of service programs across our country that helps
meet community needs--we are removing barriers to service, expanding
volunteer opportunities, and focusing on our Nation's toughest
challenges. AmeriCorps increased the living allowance for national
service members through funding from the American Rescue Plan and is
working with partners to recruit volunteers in underserved communities
so that service opportunities are more accessible. To serve communities
abroad in their response and recovery efforts from the pandemic, the
Peace Corps has developed criteria and processes to return volunteers
around the world. I encourage all Americans to learn how get involved by
visiting AmeriCorps.gov and peacecorps.gov/volunteer.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 17 through
April 23, 2022, as National Volunteer Week. I call upon all Americans to
observe this week by volunteering in service projects across the country
and pledging to make service a part of their daily lives.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10371 of April 21, 2022
Declaration of National Emergency and Invocation of Emergency Authority
Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Russian-
Affiliated Vessels to United States Ports
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) and section 1 of title II of Public Law 65-
24, ch. 30, June 15, 1917, as amended (Magnuson Act) (46 U.S.C. 70051),
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America,
hereby find and proclaim that:
The policies and actions of the Government of the Russian Federation to
continue the premeditated, unjustified, unprovoked, and brutal war
against Ukraine constitute a national emergency by reason of a
disturbance or threatened disturbance of international relations of the
United States. In order to address this national emergency and secure
the observance of the rights and obligations of the United States, I
hereby authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) to make
and issue such rules and regulations as the Secretary may find
appropriate to regulate the anchorage and
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movement of Russian-affiliated vessels, and delegate to the Secretary my
authority to approve such rules and regulations, as authorized by the
Magnuson Act.
Section 1. I hereby prohibit Russian-affiliated vessels from entering
into United States ports.
Sec. 2. The prohibition of section 1 of this proclamation applies
except:
(a) to Russian-affiliated vessels used in the transport of source
material, special nuclear material, and nuclear byproduct material for
which, and for such time as, the Secretary of Energy, in consultation
with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce, determines
that no viable source of supply is available that would not require
transport by Russian-affiliated vessels; and
(b) to Russian-affiliated vessels requesting only to enter United
States ports due to force majeure, solely to allow seafarers of any
nationality to disembark or embark for purposes of conducting crew
changes, emergency medical care, or for other humanitarian need.
Sec. 3. For the purposes of this proclamation:
(a) the term ``Russian-affiliated vessels'' means:
(i) vessels of Russian registry (i.e., the vessel is Russian flagged);
(ii) vessels that are Russian owned (i.e., the legal title of ownership of
the vessel that appears on the ship's registration documents is the
Government of the Russian Federation or a Russian company, citizen, or
permanent resident); or
(iii) vessels that are Russian operated (i.e., a Russian company, citizen,
or permanent resident is responsible for the commercial decisions
concerning the employment of a ship and decides how and where that asset is
employed).
(b) the term ``byproduct material'' has the same meaning given to
that term in section 11(e) of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended
(AEA) (42 U.S.C. 2014(e)).
(c) the term ``source material'' has the same meaning given to that
term in section 11(z) of the AEA (42 U.S.C. 2014(z)).
(d) the term ``special nuclear material'' has the same meaning given
to that term in section 11(aa) of the AEA (42 U.S.C. 2014(aa)).
Sec. 4. The prohibition set forth in this proclamation shall be
effective as of 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 28, 2022, and
shall be immediately transmitted to the Congress and published in the
Federal Register.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10372 of April 21, 2022
Earth Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Fifty-two years ago, millions of people gathered across our country in a
rally to protect our planet. This collective action gave birth to a new
movement and spurred the creation of landmark environmental laws that
protect the air we breathe and the water we drink. Today, we must
recapture that spirit and, as I said in my Inaugural Address, heed a cry
for survival that comes from the planet itself.
In their most recent report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate
Change provided yet another round of evidence that climate change is no
longer in the distant future--it is here. Last year, extreme weather and
climate disasters cost our communities $145 billion and claimed hundreds
of lives. In the summer of 2021 alone, nearly 1 out of every 3 Americans
experienced a weather disaster. The climate crisis is upending lives
across the country and around the world. Environmental injustices
continue to exact a toll on the health of communities of color, low-
income communities, and Tribal and Indigenous communities. A number of
wildlife species in the United States and around the world are facing an
extinction crisis unparalleled in human history. The environmental
challenges of our time call for historic action, and we intend to meet
the moment.
That is why my Administration has launched the most ambitious
environmental and climate agenda in history. We have made the bold
commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the United States by 50
to 52 percent by 2030, reach 100 percent carbon pollution-free
electricity by 2035, and achieve net zero emissions economy-wide by no
later than 2050. To work toward these goals, we have taken action across
every sector of the economy, including setting the strongest-ever
standards for greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles, tackling
super-pollutants like methane and hydrofluorocarbons, investing billions
in the deployment of clean technologies, and launching the American
offshore wind industry.
In addition, I was proud to start the ``America the Beautiful''
initiative, our first-ever voluntary national conservation goal to
conserve 30 percent of America's lands and waters by 2030.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a once-in-a-generation opportunity
to build on these actions and accelerate our Nation's ability to
confront the environmental and climate challenges we face. It will allow
us to remediate and reclaim abandoned mine lands and oil wells leaking
methane while putting Americans to work in good paying jobs; invest in
coastal wetlands and habitats that can protect infrastructure and homes
during storms; replace lead pipes that plague underserved communities
and remove dangerous chemicals from our drinking water; restore
watersheds and rivers; create fish passage to protect iconic species,
such as salmon; restore forests as carbon sinks; build resilience to
climate impacts including droughts, heat, floods, and wildfires; and
build a national network of electric vehicle charging stations to
accelerate our transition to electric mobility.
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As my Administration implements this agenda, we are following through on
our commitment to ensuring that our investments advance equity and
justice and reach communities across the country--including rural
communities, communities of color, and low-income communities. We will
be guided by the steadfast conviction of Earth Day founder Gaylord
Nelson, my friend and former colleague, that ``every person has the
inalienable right to a decent environment,'' including those who have
long been shut out of decisions that directly affect their lives and who
are most likely to bear the brunt of pollution and climate change.
The responsibility to confront the climate crisis is not solely on the
United States. It requires leaders across the world committing to a
clean energy future. On my first day in office, I fulfilled my promise
to rejoin our Nation to the Paris Agreement to tackle the climate crisis
at home and abroad.
For the future of our planet, for our health, and for our children and
grandchildren, we must act now. Let us stand united in this effort to
save our planet and, in the process, strengthen our economy and grow
more connected to each other and the world we share.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 22, 2022, as
Earth Day. I encourage all Americans to participate in programs and
activities that will deepen their understanding of environmental
protection, the urgency of climate change, and the need to create a
healthier, safer, more equitable future for all people.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10373 of April 22, 2022
Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and throughout this week of
remembrance, we reflect on the horrors of the Holocaust when the Nazi
regime systematically murdered 6 million Jews and millions of other
innocents, including Roma, Sinti, Slavs, persons with disabilities,
LGBTQI+ individuals, political dissidents, and many others. We stand
with Jewish people in the United States, Israel, and around the world in
grieving one of the darkest chapters in history. We honor the memories
of the victims. We embrace the survivors. We commit to keeping alive the
promise of ``never again.''
The world must never forget the truth of what happened across Europe
during the Holocaust or forget the horrific crimes and suffering the
Nazi regime inflicted on millions of innocent people. Entire families
were wiped out. Communities were shattered. Survivors were left with
agonizing
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memories and fading tattoos etched into their skin by the Nazis,
reducing them to numbers. It is forever recorded into the history of
mankind, and it is the shared responsibility of us all to ensure that
the Shoah is never erased from our collective memory--especially as
fewer and fewer survivors remain. The truth must always be known and
shared with future generations in perpetuity.
I have taught my own children and grandchildren about the horrors of the
Holocaust, just as my father taught me. I have taken my family to bear
witness to the darkness at the Dachau concentration camp so that they
could understand why we must always speak out against antisemitism and
hatred in all of its pernicious forms. The legacy of the Holocaust must
always remind us that silence in the face of such bigotry is complicity.
Remembrance is our eternal duty, but remembrance without action risks
becoming an empty ritual. As individuals, we must never be indifferent
to human cruelty and human suffering. As nations, we must stand together
across the international community against antisemitism, which is once
again rearing its ugly head around the world. We must combat other forms
of hatred and educate new generations about the Holocaust. We must
reject those who try to deny the Holocaust or to distort its history for
their own ends. We recognize that, just as the Holocaust was an act of
pure antisemitism, so too Holocaust denial is a form of antisemitism. We
watch with dismay as the term ``Nazi'' is deployed to make flawed
historical parallels. Efforts to minimize, distort, or blur who the
Nazis were and the genocide they perpetrated are a form of Holocaust
denial and, in addition to insulting both the victims and survivors of
the Holocaust, spread antisemitism.
My Administration has stepped up our efforts to counter all the ugly
forms antisemitism can take, including Holocaust denial and distortion.
We co-sponsored a United Nations resolution that charged the
international community with combating Holocaust denial through
education. We are partnering with the German government to improve
Holocaust education and counter Holocaust denial and distortion. A
renowned scholar of the Holocaust and antisemitism, Deborah Lipstadt,
was recently confirmed as Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat
Antisemitism.
In addition to speaking out against the evils of antisemitism, I
signed--and my Administration continues to implement--legislation that
gives us more tools to combat crimes that are based on a victim's actual
or perceived race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity or disability. We issued the first-ever National
Strategy for Countering Domestic Terrorism. My Administration has
implemented increased funding for a program that helps threatened
nonprofits--including houses of worship and other religious affiliated
entities--to improve their safety and security. On International
Holocaust Remembrance Day, I met with Bronia Brandman and the Vice
President met with Ruth Cohen--both Auschwitz survivors--at the White
House so we could bear witness to their stories, combat Holocaust denial
and distortion, and give life to the lessons of that most terrible
period in human history.
Those like Bronia and Ruth who survived the Holocaust and went on to
build new lives inspire our Nation and the world, and they are living
testaments to the enduring resilience of the human spirit. It is the
responsibility of all of us to recognize the pain that they carry and to
support them by ensuring that the cruelty of the Holocaust is never
forgotten. Today and
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every day, we stand against antisemitism and all other forms of hate and
continue our work to ensure that everyone can live in a world that
safeguards the fundamental human dignity of all people.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 24 through
May 1, 2022, as a week of observance of the Days of Remembrance of
Victims of the Holocaust, and call upon the people of the United States
to observe this week and pause to remember victims and survivors of the
Holocaust.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10374 of April 22, 2022
National Crime Victims' Rights Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Forty years ago, the President's Task Force on Victims of Crime was
established to help those who had experienced crime and their families--
an important step toward the protection of and support for victims'
rights. Over the years, crime victims' rights have evolved. Dedicated
professionals have worked to develop support and services for survivors
that are more holistic, trauma-informed, and effective at overcoming
systemic barriers that certain communities face in prosecuting offenders
and obtaining justice. However, more work remains to be done to advance
these goals. During National Crime Victims' Rights Week, our Nation
renews our commitment to providing survivors of crime the support they
need to heal. We honor the dedicated victim service providers who
support crime victims, and we continue to advance this important cause
for all people.
Delivering true justice requires that we provide all victims with the
support they need. Persistent barriers still prevent many survivors from
receiving the services they need and the justice they deserve. Many
crimes--including violent crimes, such as rape and sexual assault--often
go unreported to law enforcement because, among other concerns, victims
fear placing themselves in further danger and negative interactions with
the criminal justice system. My Administration is also working to tackle
the epidemic of gun violence, which is a public health and public safety
crisis. In the absence of necessary Congressional action, my
Administration is taking action to get illegal guns--and those who would
use them to commit crimes--off of our streets.
Victims of crime not only face physical and emotional costs, they often
suffer a serious economic toll as well, and this is another area in
which my Administration is making progress. The Crime Victims Fund,
established through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), helps provide
critical resources
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for victim services and victim compensation programs throughout the
country. That is why, last July, I signed the VOCA Fix to Sustain the
Crime Victim Fund Act into law to strengthen VOCA and increase the
revenues to support survivors of crime and victim services
organizations. My Administration is supporting innovative programs like
sexual assault telehealth services and hospital-based victim assistance,
enabling providers to quickly reach more survivors and reduce repeated
victimization. I am also proud to have recently signed into law the
reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which funds
programs that provide services to survivors of domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This reauthorization of VAWA
also expands the rights of victims of technology-facilitated gender-
based violence and also includes historic Tribal provisions to protect
Native communities and help them pursue justice.
Strengthening public safety also means addressing the trauma and
inequality of victimization experienced by communities of color, Native
American communities, the LGBTQI+ community, the Asian American
community, and other historically marginalized groups. People of color
suffer higher rates of victimization, and violence is disproportionally
concentrated in neighborhoods that have been harmed persistently by
racial discrimination, segregation, redlining, and disinvestment.
Breaking the cycle of violence enhances public safety, public health,
and equity. We also know that members of the LGBTQI+ community are more
likely to be victims of violent crime.
My Administration is committed to using all tools at our disposal to
ensure every survivor of crime has equal access to the resources and
services they need to recover from their ordeals and regain a feeling of
safety. To address a surge in hate crimes and bias-motivated attacks--
and to provide law enforcement with the resources to identify and
investigate hate crimes, I signed the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act into law.
As part of this law, we have funded a new Center for Culturally
Responsive Victim Services to help local programs better serve
historically marginalized communities.
In addition to supporting crime victims, we must also hold offenders
accountable. That is why the Departments of Justice and Homeland
Security are committed to investigating and enforcing our criminal and
civil laws and ensuring that Federal, State, local, territorial, and
Tribal law enforcement officers and prosecutors receive the training and
resources they need to deliver justice to victims.
It takes enormous courage and extraordinary strength to emerge from
life's most painful moments. As a Nation, let us all work together to
stop crimes before they happen and to give victims the support they need
to restore a sense of trust and safety and to move toward healing and
justice.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 24 through
April 30, 2022, National Crime Victims' Rights Week. I call upon all
Americans to observe this week by participating in events that raise
awareness of victims' rights and services and by volunteering to serve
victims in their time of need.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10375 of April 27, 2022
Workers Memorial Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Throughout America's history, workers have sacrificed to grow our food,
build our roads, transport our goods, provide care for our neighbors and
families, and manufacture the products that are the envy of the world.
Our strength and resilience as a Nation is due in no small measure to
the strength and resilience of our workers. However, each year, millions
of workers get injured or sick doing the work that provides for their
families and supports all of ours. Tragically, thousands of workers are
killed by preventable workplace accidents and illnesses. The dangers
have never been more apparent than during the past 2 years of the
pandemic. No worker should risk avoidable injury, illness, or even death
in the course of doing their job. Ensuring worker safety is a national
priority and a moral imperative. On this Workers Memorial Day, we honor
and remember those who lost their lives on the job and reaffirm every
worker's basic right to a safe and healthy workplace.
From my first day in office, I have made a priority of building our
economy back stronger and empowering and protecting America's workers.
These priorities are inextricably linked. A stronger economy built from
the bottom up and the middle out puts greater power in workers' hands to
improve their lives, provide for their families, and choose higher
quality, higher paying, and safer jobs. Greater worker power means that
workers have a stronger voice in their workplace, enabling them to
advocate for safer working conditions. It also means workers secure a
greater share of the economic success they create, which strengthens and
expands America's middle class--the backbone of our Nation and our
economy.
Today, workers across the country are beginning the long overdue work of
rebuilding our Nation's roads and bridges, ports and waterways, public
transit and passenger rail systems, and water and sewer lines while
expanding electric vehicle charging station networks and broadband
internet access in every community. In the coming years, millions of
workers will be engaged in those efforts. The Bipartisan Infrastructure
Law will create new jobs and modernize cities, small towns, and rural
and Tribal communities across the country. And we are living up to our
commitment that infrastructure jobs will be available to people of all
races, genders, and backgrounds in every part of the country. We are
committed to ensuring these jobs are safe and subject to high labor
standards, including good wages, strong safety and health protections,
and the free and fair choice to join or organize a union and
collectively bargain with an employer. Through decades of organizing,
negotiating, picketing, and protesting, labor unions secured vital
workplace protections that union and non-union workers rely
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on today, and we are working to strengthen both unions and the workplace
protections they provide.
On Workers Memorial Day, we mourn every worker who was lost on the job
or from exposure to workplace hazards and join their families and
everyone who loved and cared for them in turning pain into purpose.
Their memories command us to continue our work toward a future in which
no one has to risk their life for a paycheck. We honor the memories of
the lives tragically taken from us and remain committed to safeguarding
the health and safety of all workers.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 28, 2022, as
Workers Memorial Day. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with
appropriate service, community, and education programs and ceremonies in
memory of those killed or injured due to unsafe working conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10376 of April 28, 2022
Law Day, U.S.A., 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America is unique among the nations of the world because we were not
built around any particular tribe, religion, or ethnicity--instead, we
were built around an idea: that all people are created equally and
deserve to be treated equally throughout their lives. Though we have
never fully lived up to that idea, we have never walked away from it
either. It is an idea that serves as the heart of American democracy,
enshrined in our Constitution 235 years ago on a summer day in
Philadelphia. To uphold those fundamental principles of equality, ``We
the People'' would stand sovereign in America as stewards and subjects
of the law--and ours would be, in the words of John Adams, ``a
government of laws, and not of men.''
On Law Day, U.S.A., we recommit to extending the full promise of America
to all Americans and to building a Nation in which the extraordinary
power vested in ``We the People'' truly and equally reflects all of us.
This year's Law Day theme, ``Toward a More Perfect Union: The
Constitution in Times of Change,'' is a reflection of this critical
moment of reckoning for our democracy. The impact of the COVID-19
pandemic on our communities has put a spotlight on lingering inequities
that we must continue to address head on. Together, we must build a
better America, anchored by the rule of law, to ensure that every one of
us can live lives of limitless possibility. Amid unprecedented threats
to democracy both here at home and across the globe, the world is
watching America to see whether we can meet this moment.
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The rule of law is the cornerstone for extending the Nation's full
promise to all of our people, including those who were originally
excluded when our country was founded. Since my first day in office, I
have taken action to ensure that everyone--regardless of race, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, disability,
income, or zip code--is ensured equal justice under the law and is
entitled to an equal place in our democracy. My Administration continues
to fight for voting rights legislation to protect that most sacred of
rights from discriminatory and burdensome constraints, and continues to
promote information about the election process and opportunities to
register to vote.
The ongoing fight to strengthen American democracy informs our ability
to support similar efforts around the world--including the heroic
resistance of the Ukrainian people in the unprovoked and unjustified war
Russia has thrust upon them. Their fight is part of a larger fight for
essential democratic principles that unite all free people: the rule of
law; free and fair elections; the freedom to speak, to write, and to
assemble; the freedom to worship as one chooses; and the freedom of the
press. These principles are essential in a free society, and we are
leading efforts to advance good governance, transparency, and
accountability and root out the corruption that undermines democratic
institutions both at home and abroad.
This is a commitment we must all share. The Robert F. Kennedy Department
of Justice Building bears an inscription from Plato: ``Justice in the
life and conduct of the State is possible only as first it resides in
the hearts and souls of the citizens.'' Our hearts and souls are up to
the task.
On this Law Day, U.S.A., I encourage my fellow Americans to join me in
pursuing the path of inclusion and equity over exclusion and hate, so
that we may continue to perfect our Union and pass on a stronger
democracy for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, in accordance with Public Law 87-20, as amended, do hereby
proclaim May 1, 2022, as Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all Americans to
acknowledge the importance of our Nation's legal and judicial systems
with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and to display the flag of
the United States in support of this national observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10377 of April 29, 2022
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month,
2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage
Month, our Nation recognizes the innumerable contributions, vibrant
cultures, and rich heritage of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and
Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs). As some of the fastest-growing racial
and ethnic groups in the Nation, AA and NHPI communities represent a
multitude of ethnicities, languages, and experiences that enrich America
and strengthen our Union.
AA and NHPIs have long played an essential role in writing the American
story. From serving our country in uniform, advocating for civil rights,
starting new businesses, and winning Olympic medals, the contributions
of the AA and NHPI community touch the lives of Americans every day. AA
and NHPIs serve with distinction at the highest levels of Federal,
State, and local government. I am proud to have Vice President Kamala
Harris, the first person of South Asian descent to serve as Vice
President, and Katherine Tai, the first Asian American United States
Trade Representative, in my Administration.
As we celebrate AA and NHPI communities, we must also redouble our
commitment to combating the surge of anti-Asian hate crimes. The First
Lady and I shared the Nation's outrage as we witnessed these crimes
increase by 339 percent last year compared to the year before in cities
across America. Many other incidents of anti-Asian bias, xenophobia, and
harassment that surfaced throughout the COVID-19 pandemic were not even
reported. We cannot allow these horrific acts to continue threatening
the safety of AA and NHPI Americans--especially women, girls, and the
elderly. These acts are wrong; they are un-American; and they must stop.
In my first week in office, I directed all executive departments and
agencies to combat xenophobia, hate, and discrimination against AA and
NHPI communities. I also signed into law last May the COVID-19 Hate
Crimes Act to provide law enforcement with resources to identify,
investigate, and report hate crimes and ensure that hate crimes
information is more accessible to AA and NHPI communities.
As we work to ensure that hatred has no safe harbor in America's future,
we must confront shameful chapters in our history. That is why, for
example, I signed into law the Amache National Historic Site Act--to
memorialize the 10,000 Japanese Americans who were unjustly imprisoned
at Amache during World War II. And we will continue to root out racial
injustices of our past and advance equity for all Americans as we move
forward.
Toward that aim, my Administration is making long-overdue investments in
AA and NHPI communities. I reestablished and expanded the President's
Advisory Commission and the White House Initiative on Asian Americans,
Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. The American Rescue
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Plan helped reduce poverty among AA and NHPI families by approximately
26 percent. We have increased access to capital, training, and
counseling for AA and NHPI entrepreneurs so their businesses can thrive.
We are also working to ensure that healthcare resources are available to
AA and NHPI communities. And we are rebuilding our immigration system so
everyone is treated fairly and humanely--including AA and NHPI
communities.
This month, we celebrate our fellow Americans from AA and NHPI
communities and pay tribute to all they have done to help fulfill the
promise of America for all. Together, let us recommit ourselves to
building a country in which every American--regardless of who they are,
where they come from, or what they look like--has an equal opportunity
to thrive.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as Asian
American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. I call
upon all Americans to learn more about the history of AA and NHPIs, and
to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10378 of April 29, 2022
National Building Safety Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Building Safety Month, we renew our commitment to
strengthening our buildings so that all Americans are safe. As our
Nation continues to mourn the loss of those who perished in the Surfside
condominium collapse and other building disasters, it is clear that the
quality and resiliency of our infrastructure has never been more
important. This month we also show our appreciation to the dedicated
professionals who work tirelessly to create affordable, sustainable, and
structurally sound buildings for our communities.
The impact of climate change and the increasing frequency and severity
of natural hazard incidents--injuring people and damaging property and
the environment--pose significant challenges for our infrastructure.
Increasing our energy efficiency plays an important role in keeping
Americans safe. Residential and commercial buildings account for more
than one-third of the climate-altering carbon pollution that America
releases each year--directly affecting our climate. Although hurricanes,
floods, extreme heat, and wildfires impact communities across the
Nation, they disproportionately impact communities of color and low-
income communities that cannot necessarily afford to modernize their
buildings or prepare for and recover from climate hazards.
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The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law tackles these challenges head
on. It enables us to repair our Nation's aging infrastructure, modernize
and electrify our buildings, and advance our climate resiliency. By
investing in infrastructure, we are investing in opportunities and
quality jobs for Americans--particularly in disadvantaged and
underserved communities. To further support these communities, we are
also providing grant funds for equitable disaster recovery.
This year's National Building Safety Month theme--``Safety for All:
Codes in Action''--is an important reminder that modern building code
adoption and enforcement is essential to keeping our homes, businesses,
schools, and other facilities safe. By investing in our infrastructure,
modernizing our buildings, and adopting building codes, our buildings
will contribute less to climate change, protect more Americans, and be
better positioned to withstand extreme natural hazards in the future.
As we recommit to effective safety standards this month, let us pay
tribute to building professionals nationwide--architects, engineers,
construction workers, inspectors, building officials, and others--who
help safeguard our communities. Let us strengthen our collaboration
within and across the public, private, and non-profit sectors to address
building safety needs today so we can meet the infrastructure challenges
of tomorrow.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as
National Building Safety Month. I encourage citizens, government
agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and other interested groups to join in
activities that raise awareness about building safety. I also call on
all Americans to learn more about how they can contribute to building
safety at home, work, and in their communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10379 of April 29, 2022
National Foster Care Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every May, we renew our commitment to ensuring that all youth in foster
care have the love, support, and resources they need to thrive. We also
celebrate the families who provide safe and loving homes for our
Nation's foster children. We share our appreciation for the dedicated
volunteers and professionals who help our Nation's foster youth find
permanent homes and connect with their biological families when
appropriate--many of whom are working hard to safely reunite with their
children.
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Today, nearly a third of children in foster care are being raised by
kin--many of whom are grandparents. This helps children retain family
bonds and a sense of cultural identity, which are so important to a
child's resilience and well-being. As children and families of color are
disproportionately overrepresented in foster care, it is essential that
we invest in culturally supportive services to nurture all children and
families who are impacted by the child welfare system.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on young people
in foster care. That is why my Administration implemented the Supporting
Foster Youth and Families through the Pandemic Act--helping foster youth
aging out of the system access services to stay in school, participate
in job training programs, pay rent and other bills, and transition to
adulthood. My Administration also funded grants that help agencies
connect kinship caregivers and foster parents to programs and services
for children in their care and we continue to promote best practices
that identify and notify relatives when a child has been placed into
foster care.
This month, we also recognize the history of injustice in America's
foster care system--particularly against Black and Native Americans.
Relative to their white peers, Black and Native American children stay
in foster care longer and are less likely to be adopted or reunited with
their birth parents. Furthermore, foster care systems do not provide
children with disabilities or LGBTQI+ youth with the individualized
support, resources, and safety measures they need and deserve. My
Administration stands with transgender youth in foster care and with all
families that love and care for their children.
To improve our foster care system, I have proposed a significant funding
increase and a package of reforms to expand prevention services so more
children can remain safely in their own homes. For children who need to
be placed into foster care, my proposal provides States with incentives
to place more children with relatives or adults with whom they are
emotionally bonded, when appropriate. It will also increase resources
for youth who are aging out of foster care. In addition, I have called
for competitive grants for States to advance racial equity, expand
prevention services, and improve education outcomes in our child welfare
system. My proposal would also help more low- and moderate-income
families afford the costs of adoption and legal guardianship of children
who would otherwise be in foster care.
National Foster Care Month is an opportunity for us to celebrate foster
youth and the people who provide them with love and support. It is our
duty to help vulnerable children, and child welfare professionals and
the families they serve. Through education, volunteering, and
partnerships, we can strengthen our communities and ensure that youth in
foster care have the support they need for a future they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as
National Foster Care Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this
month by reaching out in their neighborhoods and communities to the
children and youth in foster care and their families, to those at risk
of entering foster care, and to kin families and other caregivers.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10380 of April 29, 2022
National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each May we raise awareness about the importance of mental health and
its impact on the well-being of all Americans, including children,
adults, families, and communities across our Nation. We also give thanks
to the dedicated mental health providers whose service and support
improve the lives of so many Americans. We stand in solidarity with
those who are experiencing mental health conditions, renewing our
commitment to providing them with the support they need and deserve.
Even before the pandemic, millions of Americans were experiencing
stress, trauma, anxiety, and heightened levels of depression. The COVID-
19 pandemic exacerbated those conditions, creating an unprecedented
mental health crisis across our country. Communities of color, frontline
workers, health care workers, and individuals with eating disorders have
been disproportionately impacted, and the rate of depression across the
country has more than tripled compared to rates in 2019.
Mental health challenges among our youth have also been particularly
acute due to disruptions in routines, increased social isolation, and
learning loss. Research has shown that social media plays a central role
in increasing mental health challenges among young people--especially
young women. Emergency department visits for attempted suicide among
girls in 2021 increased by more than 50 percent compared to 2020.
American Indians, Alaska Natives, Black youth, and LGBTQI+ youth also
face a disproportionate risk of suicide.
Despite these disturbing trends, less than half of Americans struggling
with mental illness receive the treatment they need--even fewer within
Black and Brown communities. A variety of factors contribute to this
problem. For example, too many communities lack sufficient numbers of
mental health providers. Even where there are enough mental health
providers, our fragmentated system makes it difficult for people to
access them. Tragically, too, many Americans feel ashamed to reach out
for help, or are stigmatized for seeking care.
My Administration is committed to transforming mental health care for
all Americans. The American Rescue Plan laid the groundwork for this
effort, investing nearly $5.5 billion nationwide to strengthen mental
health and substance use care. It also invested billions of dollars in
our Nation's schools, including mental health treatment for students and
staff.
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But far more needs to be done. That is why in this year's State of the
Union Address, I outlined my vision for bolder investments to address
our national mental health crisis. My strategy includes actions that
will broaden the pipeline of behavioral health professionals in areas of
greatest need, integrate mental health and substance use treatment into
primary care, and expand access through more virtual care options.
In addition, last year the Surgeon General released an Advisory on
Protecting Youth Mental Health that underscored the growing harms of
digital technologies--especially social media--on the mental health of
our youth. It is time to strengthen privacy protections, ban targeted
advertising to children, and demand that technology companies stop
collecting the personal data of our children. We must also continue
researching the impact of social media on the mental health of our
children, expand services in school to promote their well-being, and set
them up for success so they can thrive as adults.
As my Administration works to expand suicide prevention and strengthen
crisis care infrastructure within our communities, those who need
immediate assistance can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
at 1-800-273-TALK--which will transition to a simple three-digit number,
988, in July.
Each of us has an important role to play in supporting our fellow
Americans who are living with mental health conditions. Learn the
warning signs of emotional distress and suicide. Engage affected loved
ones in supportive dialogue. Fight the prejudice and negative attitudes
that discourages those in need from seeking mental health support. Above
all, let us collectively ensure that all children and adults
experiencing mental health challenges are treated with the compassion,
respect, and understanding they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as
National Mental Health Awareness Month. I call upon citizens, government
agencies, private businesses, non-profit organizations, and other groups
to join in activities and take action to strengthen the mental health of
our communities and our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10381 of April 29, 2022
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Throughout the pandemic, Americans have found creative ways to maintain
their physical fitness through sports or other forms of physical
activity.
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During National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we renew our
commitment to staying active and encourage all Americans to participate
in activities that improve their well-being and lead to healthier
lifestyles.
Thanks to our dedicated health care professionals and millions of
Americans who have gotten vaccinated and boosted, schools, gyms, and
businesses across the country have reopened. Stadiums are, once again,
filled with fans cheering on their favorite sports teams and athletes.
But for the past few years, rates of physical activity have decreased--
especially among groups at high risk for COVID-19. Socioeconomic
disparities, including a lack of opportunities to participate in sports
and fitness programs, have exacerbated the problem. The environments
where people live, learn, work, and play also affect physical activity.
Other barriers to regular physical activity, such as time, money,
safety, and accessibility, impact the health and well-being of children
and adults in every community. We must seek out equitable solutions to
ensure that all Americans can live a more active, healthier lifestyle.
Fitness and sports are not only good for our physical health, they also
improve the quality of our lives overall. Experts agree that even small
amounts of physical activity can make a significant difference in a
person's physical and mental health. For example, it can reduce the risk
of chronic diseases, blood pressure, and anxiety while improving sleep--
among other health benefits.
Every sector has a role to play in removing barriers and increasing
opportunities for Americans to participate in physical activities. That
is why I issued an Executive Order to renew the President's Council on
Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, focusing on the importance of mental health
related to physical fitness and nutrition. Through the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention's ``Active People, Healthy Nation''
initiative, we are providing an evidence-based blueprint to help 27
million Americans become more physically active by 2027. Additionally,
the Department of Health and Human Services' ``Move Your Way'' campaign
is informing Americans about activities they can do to stay healthy
through the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
This month, let us all find ways to become more physically active in our
daily lives. Take a walk, hike in your favorite park, try a new fitness
class, join a local sports team, or volunteer at a community race.
Whatever physical activity you choose, fitness will lead to better and
healthier lives for all Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. I call upon the people of
the United States to make daily physical activity a priority, to support
efforts to increase access to sports opportunities in their communities,
and to pursue physical fitness as an essential part of healthy living.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10382 of April 29, 2022
Older Americans Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Older Americans Month, we honor our Nation's seniors and the
tremendous impact they have made in helping build a more perfect Union.
Older Americans contribute their time and wisdom to make our communities
stronger, more informed, and better connected. They are our loved ones,
friends, mentors, essential workers, volunteers, and neighbors. We
celebrate their achievements and recommit to providing our elders with
the support and services they need to thrive and age with dignity.
Older adults have always been a vital source of strength and resilience
in America. During the pandemic, many seniors came out of retirement to
serve their communities in health care and education roles, filling job
vacancies in critical shortage areas. Moving forward, we must ensure
that older Americans have the appropriate resources to maintain their
independence and stay connected to their communities.
My Administration is committed to keeping older Americans safe and
healthy as they age. The American Rescue Plan allocated $1.4 billion to
providing older adults with services for nutrition, health promotion,
disease prevention, caregiver support, and long-term care. It also
provided additional Medicaid funding to support millions of older adults
with disabilities and to help States improve the quality of caregiving
jobs. My Administration is also dedicated to improving the safety and
quality of care in nursing homes--ensuring that they have sufficient
staff, that families have the necessary information to support their
loved ones, and that poorly performing nursing homes are held
accountable.
This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act
Nutrition Program--the first Federal program to support the well-being
of older Americans through meal deliveries, nutrition services,
educational programs, and counseling. We also celebrate the 10th
anniversary of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease and
recommit to building upon this important work.
During Older Americans Month, let us pay tribute to the seniors who
raised and guided us throughout our lives, and let us renew our
commitment to honoring their contributions by giving them the fullest
care, support, and respect they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as Older
Americans Month. This month and beyond, I call upon all Americans to
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celebrate older adults for their contributions, support their
independence, and recognize their unparalleled value to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10383 of April 29, 2022
National Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Each May, we raise awareness about the threat posed by hurricanes so
that Americans living in potentially affected areas are more prepared
for these powerful storms. Over the last several years, hurricanes,
typhoons, and tropical storms have occurred with greater frequency and
intensity, causing tremendous destruction across the United States. From
the Gulf Coast and Caribbean Territories to New England, Hawaii, and the
Pacific Territories, severe winds and flooding have cost lives, damaged
homes, and caused financial setbacks for families. During National
Hurricane Preparedness Week, we recommit to improving our Nation's
resilience to hurricanes and to stopping climate change from
exacerbating the impact of climate-related catastrophes in the future.
Last year was the third most active hurricane season--and one of the
costliest ever recorded in the Atlantic basin. Hurricane Ida made
landfall in Louisiana and moved northeast, causing severe weather and
flooding across Pennsylvania and New York. Hurricane Henri, the first
hurricane to hit the northeast in 30 years, killed more than a 100
people and caused billions of dollars in damages. These and other
hurricanes devastated infrastructure, economies, and communities in
their path. Hurricanes also take an emotional toll--especially on low-
income communities and communities of color, who are more likely to live
in areas that are vulnerable to climate and weather hazards. I witnessed
the aftermath of these storms firsthand in Louisiana, New Jersey, and
New York as I walked with survivors through their devastated
communities.
My Administration is committed not only to recovering and rebuilding in
the aftermath of these climate-related events but also to preparing for
them by strengthening the resiliency of our infrastructure and our
communities. That is why I was proud to sign the historic Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law last year. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes
long-overdue investments in coastal resilience, advances our
understanding and forecasting of dangerous weather events, improves how
we communicate forecasts to the public, and enhances the resiliency of
underserved communities.
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In addition, I have proposed more than $18 billion for climate
resilience programs across the Federal Government in next year's budget.
Federal investments will also incorporate new flood standards so that
our communities are more resilient to flooding. We are strengthening
Federal coordination on meteorological services. We are working with
State and local governments to strengthen and adopt building codes so,
when disasters strike, buildings and the people in them are safer.
But the Government cannot address hurricane and extreme weather
resilience alone--every individual and family living in a part of the
country that is threatened by these storms has an important role to
play. Staying informed, making sure your insurance policies are up to
date, and having an emergency kit and plan ready are all important
preparation steps. More information on how to prepare for hurricane
season is available on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's
Ready.gov website.
As we enter hurricane season, let us recommit to working together so
that we can save lives; reduce damage to our homes, communities, and
infrastructure; and recover more quickly when hurricanes and tropical
storms strike.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 1 through May
7, 2022, as National Hurricane Preparedness Week. I urge all Americans
to help build our climate-resilient Nation, so that individuals and
organizations are empowered to take action to make their communities
more resilient to weather disasters. I call on our Federal, State,
Tribal, territorial, and local government agencies to share information
that will protect lives and property.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10384 of April 29, 2022
National Small Business Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For generations, small businesses across America have shaped and
embodied our Nation's entrepreneurial spirit and driven our economy
forward. Today, more than 32 million small businesses employ almost half
of America's workforce and represent the heart and soul of countless
communities. During National Small Business Week, we celebrate America's
small businesses and their enormous contributions to American life and
prosperity.
When I first took office, the pandemic had devastated America's small
business community. Hundreds of thousands of small businesses had
closed,
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main streets were shuttered, and millions more Americans were out of
work through no fault of their own. Even with the creativity and
resilience of small business owners and workers, COVID-19 took an
incalculable toll on so many lives and livelihoods. That is why I made
it a top priority to provide substantial, immediate relief to our
Nation's small businesses, giving them the tools, resources, and support
they needed to reopen, rehire, and rebuild.
My American Rescue Plan and other emergency relief programs distributed
hundreds of billions of dollars to millions of small businesses to keep
the lights on and keep workers on the payroll. My Administration also
removed historic barriers to level the playing field for businesses
across rural and urban America, especially businesses owned by veterans,
women, and people of color. These efforts have helped millions of small
businesses not only weather the pandemic, but thrive.
My Administration is committed to unlocking new opportunities to help
small businesses grow and compete. Through the American Rescue Plan, our
State Small Business Credit Initiative provides States, territories, and
Tribal governments with resources to establish loan and equity capital
programs to support entrepreneurs. In addition, the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law has created unprecedented contracting opportunities
for small businesses in every community. Already, more than 4,000
projects have been announced to upgrade America's infrastructure,
creating significant opportunities for small businesses to grow. The law
is delivering affordable high-speed internet access to every community--
urban, rural, suburban, and Tribal--so every small business can use
digital technologies and gain new customers across the country and
around the world. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law makes the Minority
Business Development Agency within the United States Department of
Commerce a permanent entity--seeded with a record amount of funding--so
minority-owned businesses can receive tailored assistance for their
unique challenges and access the capital they need to grow.
I firmly believe that equal opportunity is the bedrock of our democracy.
That is why my Administration is committed to using Federal procurement
dollars to support firms owned by underrepresented people and to help
small businesses build generational wealth. Last year, I announced a set
of reforms to increase contracting opportunities for underserved
businesses by up to 50 percent by 2025. We are also capitalizing on our
historic investments in supply chain resilience and ``Made in America''
manufacturing so small businesses can innovate, compete, and build the
products of tomorrow. To position small businesses for success in the
long term, the United States Small Business Administration's Community
Navigator Pilot program is forging stronger partnerships with local
organizations to get resources to underserved small businesses.
Thanks to these initiatives and the resilience of the American people,
America's entrepreneurial spirit has never been stronger. New business
applications grew by more than 30 percent over the course of the
pandemic, with almost 5.4 million new applications in 2021 alone. More
Americans than ever before--including more women and people of color--
are following their dreams and starting new enterprises. My
Administration will continue to support them, build upon this remarkable
resurgence, and
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strengthen the foundation of our economy with America's small businesses
at the forefront.
This National Small Business Week, let us renew our commitment to
supporting our Nation's small businesses. From local ``mom and pop''
shops to innovative start-ups, small businesses are pillars of our
communities and the engine of our economy. By rebuilding our economy
from the bottom up and middle out, we can maintain our global
competitiveness and build a stronger Nation where everyone can succeed.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 1 through May
7, 2022, as National Small Business Week. I call upon all Americans to
recognize the contributions of small businesses to the American economy,
continue supporting them, and honor the occasion with programs and
activities that highlight these important businesses.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10385 of April 29, 2022
National Teacher Appreciation Day and National Teacher Appreciation
Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As the husband of a lifelong educator, who continues to teach full-time
as First Lady, I have often heard Jill say: ``Teaching is not what you
do. It's who you are.'' Our Nation's teachers are selfless, dedicated,
and caring individuals who devote themselves to the well-being and
progress of our students. During this National Teacher Appreciation Day
and throughout National Teacher Appreciation Week, we honor educators
who touch the lives of students across America and who are essential to
building the future of our Nation.
One of the greatest gifts our schools give to students and educators is
time spent with one another--the daily opportunities to learn and grow
together, face to face. There is no substitute for the wisdom this
experience brings. That is why, when I took office, I made it a priority
to reopen schools as quickly and safely as possible. Today, I am proud
that more than 99 percent of schools are open for full-time in-person
instruction. By following the science and making vaccines available for
students, educators, and staff, we got kids back to school safely.
My Administration is working tirelessly to support educators. The
American Rescue Plan provided a historic $122 billion investment to our
Nation's schools so they could safely reopen for in-person instruction,
address students' mental health needs, hire more teachers, and make up
for lost
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learning. Teachers have long been underpaid, and these funds help school
districts increase compensation to recruit and retain the teachers that
students need.
To counter the negative impacts of the pandemic on student learning, our
educators have returned to the classroom with creative solutions. They
have partnered with communities to implement safety measures, increase
students' access to mental health support, and equip them with critical
life skills. Teachers have also found new ways to address unfinished
learning and engage meaningfully with students and families. To support
our educators, the Department of Education is offering unprecedented
resources to help teachers meet student needs. My Administration is also
committed to strengthening pathways into the teaching profession for
future educators of color, ensuring a more diverse workforce.
I will never forget the educators who encouraged me as a child. Many of
us remember our favorite teachers--the ones who instilled confidence in
us, who encouraged us to dream boldly, and who helped us believe that we
could achieve anything. On National Teacher Appreciation Day and during
National Teacher Appreciation Week, we pay tribute to educators who
empower students across the country with the knowledge and skills they
need to reach their potential and achieve their dreams.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 3, 2022, as
National Teacher Appreciation Day and May 1 through May 7, 2022, as
National Teacher Appreciation Week. I call upon all Americans to
recognize the hard work and dedication of our Nation's teachers and to
observe this day and this week by supporting teachers through
appropriate activities, events, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10386 of April 29, 2022
Public Service Recognition Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America's dedicated public servants are the lifeblood of our democracy.
Every day, millions of public workers at all levels of government do
extraordinary things to make our lives better and our country stronger.
During Public Service Recognition Week, we honor the dedicated Federal,
State, Tribal, and local public servants who embody the spirit of
service and endless possibilities that define America.
Public servants make crucial contributions in every community in
America. They educate our children, keep our communities safe, defend
our country,
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deliver our mail, maintain our roads and bridges, develop cures for
diseases, improve sustainability, and care for our veterans--among
countless other essential services that keep our country safe and propel
us forward. Public servants reflect the full diversity of this Nation,
and deliver the promise of a Government by and for the people.
Our public servants have displayed remarkable resilience and dedication
throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. They have led vaccination efforts to
keep our communities safe, provided relief to small businesses,
supported natural disaster recovery efforts, and safely reopened schools
so that our students can learn. I am proud that my Administration's
American Rescue Plan provided $350 billion to State, Tribal, and local
governments so that they could retain and re-hire vital public
servants--educators, police officers, firefighters, public works
employees, and countless others. The American Rescue Plan also provided
$122 billion for our public schools, equipping them with the resources
they need to operate safely and support our students. Every day, public
servants continue to put these funds to work in ways that transform our
communities for the better.
My Administration is committed to protecting, empowering, and rebuilding
the career Federal workforce so they can bring more resources to bear in
service of the American people. To recruit and retain the best career
civil service employees, I directed executive departments and agencies
to increase the minimum wage for Federal employees to $15 per hour to
make Government jobs more competitive. I established a White House Task
Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment, led by Vice President
Harris, which has already put forward nearly 70 recommendations to
strengthen the right to unionize among Federal Government workers. I
have also taken steps to protect Federal employees against
discrimination on the basis of gender identity or sexual orientation. I
established a government-wide initiative to advance diversity, equity,
and inclusion in the Federal workforce--because when public servants
reflect the full diversity of the communities they serve, governments
are more effective and successful.
I am proud that my Administration has delivered significant relief to
public servants who have Federal student loans. It is crucial that
student loans create a pathway to opportunity, not a lifelong burden. In
October, my Administration announced a series of actions to make it
easier for borrowers to receive loan forgiveness. Since then, more than
100,000 public servants have received nearly $6.2 billion in student
loan debt relief. We will continue to build a student loan system that
provides borrowers the relief they need.
This week, we recognize the indispensable contributions of our Nation's
public servants. We honor all our public workers who perform critical
roles across our country and around the globe. I have the greatest honor
of serving alongside these workers every day, and I am humbled by their
commitment to building a better America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 1 through May
7, 2022, as Public Service Recognition Week. I call upon all Americans
to celebrate public servants and their contributions this week and
throughout the year.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10387 of April 29, 2022
Loyalty Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Loyalty Day, we reaffirm our allegiance to the Nation we share and to
the principles of freedom, justice, equality, and dignity enshrined in
the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution.
Our unity and common purpose as Americans--not hindered but strengthened
by our differences--is and has always been the source of our limitless
potential. The weaving together of diverse cultures, heritages,
religions, backgrounds, and ideals across generations has sparked our
capacity to build the strongest, freest, and most prosperous country the
world has ever known. And though we have not always fully lived up to
our founding promise of equality and justice for all, we have never
fully walked away from that promise either. It is up to each of us to
heed the call of our Constitution--to do all that we can to form a more
perfect Union, coming together around the values and ideals that make us
one united people.
Today, we salute the Americans whose hard work and sacrifice have
strengthened our Nation in common cause--including veterans who have
defended our country in uniform; abolitionists, suffragists, activists,
and advocates who have helped deliver the full promise of America to
more Americans; workers and entrepreneurs whose ingenuity and vision
have helped expand the possibilities of life in our Nation; and
countless others who have made America a beacon of hope for people
throughout the world.
We also extend our deep and abiding gratitude to the members of our
Armed Forces, as well as to their families, caregivers, and survivors.
We thank our dedicated educators for their essential work lifting up the
next generation of Americans, and we applaud our first responders and
other essential workers for their selflessness and determination every
day--especially throughout these past 2 years, as they have carried our
Nation on their backs. May 1 is also International Workers' Day--and
today, we honor the workers of every age and background who built this
country and who continue to help build a better America today. Today and
every day, we are grateful to all of the workers who have organized and
fought to improve our Nation and create a fairer and more just society
for all.
To celebrate our shared American spirit and the sacrifices so many of
our fellow citizens have made, the Congress, by Public Law 85-529, as
amended, has designated the first day of May each year as Loyalty Day.
On this day, let us reaffirm our commitment to the values that bind us
together and honor all those who have defended our freedom and ideals.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2022, as Loyalty Day. This Loyalty
Day, I call upon the people of the United States to join in this
national observance, display the American flag, and pledge allegiance to
our Republic for which it stands.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10388 of April 29, 2022
Jewish American Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In 1654, a small ship carrying 23 Jewish refugees sailed into the port
of present-day New York City. Fleeing oppression and discrimination,
these courageous women and men faced resistance from the colony's
leaders. Nevertheless, they secured the right to remain and became the
first Jewish communal presence to settle on American soil. In so doing,
they expanded the frontier of religious freedoms that would help define
the bedrock principles upon which this Nation was built. During Jewish
American Heritage Month, we honor these 23 refugees and the centuries of
successive generations of Jewish Americans, who--shaped by their own
encounters with prejudice, persecution, and the promise of a better
tomorrow--have emboldened our Nation to stand up for justice, equality,
and freedom.
The story of America was written, in part, by Jewish Americans who,
through their words and actions, embraced the opportunity and
responsibility of citizenship knowing full well that democracy is not
born, nor sustained, by accident. Inspired by Jewish American communal
leadership, our Nation's first President pledged that our Government
will ``give to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.''
Inspired by Jewish American poetry, our shores have welcomed millions
with the words ``Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses
yearning to be free.'' Throughout our country's history, Jewish
Americans have proudly served our Nation in uniform, in elected office,
and on our Nation's highest courts. They have made enormous
contributions to America's cultural, scientific, artistic, and
intellectual life, and they have marched, petitioned, and boarded buses
to demand civil and political rights for all--from women's rights to
voting rights to workers' rights.
Today, we continue to strive to live up to our founding ideals. As the
scourge of white supremacy and antisemitic violence rises, my
Administration remains committed to ensuring that hate has no safe
harbor. That is why we have created new laws that give us more tools to
combat hate crimes; developed the first-ever National Strategy for
Countering Domestic Terrorism; provided assistance to religious
organizations, places of worship, and nonprofits to protect their
facilities and members; and named a
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new Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism. My Administration
will use the full force of our judicial system to confront bigotry and
antisemitism wherever and whenever it surfaces.
The Jewish American story, and the story of our Nation as a whole, is
fueled by faith, resilience, and hope. It is a story defined by a firm
belief in possibilities, the resolve to make real the promise of America
for all Americans, and a commitment to perfecting our Union, heeding the
timeless words of Rabbi Tarfon, the first-century scholar who taught
``It is not your duty to finish the work, but neither are you at liberty
to neglect it.''
Three-hundred and sixty-eight years after those 23 brave Jewish refugees
arrived in America, Jewish Americans continue to help our country thrive
and prosper. This month, we honor the timeless traditions, heritage, and
contributions of Jewish Americans that drive our progress as a Nation
each and every day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2022 as Jewish
American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to visit
JewishHeritageMonth.gov to learn more about the heritage and
contributions of Jewish Americans and to observe this month with
appropriate programs, activities, and ceremonies.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of
April, in the year two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of
the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10389 of May 4, 2022
Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For generations, Indigenous persons, including American Indians, Alaska
Natives and Native Hawaiians, have been forced to mourn a missing or
murdered loved one without the answers and support they deserve. On
Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day, we remember these
victims and their families, and commit to working with Tribal Nations
and Native communities to achieve justice and healing.
The Federal Government has an obligation to ensure that cases of missing
or murdered persons are met with swift and effective action. My
Administration is fully committed to investigating and resolving these
cases through a coordinated law enforcement response, as well as
intervention and prevention efforts. We are also dedicated to
researching the underlying causes of this violence and to working with
Native communities to address them.
The safety and well-being of all Native Americans continues to be a top
priority for my Administration. That is why during my first year in
office,
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at the first White House Tribal Nations Summit, I issued an Executive
Order directing Federal agencies to improve public safety and criminal
justice for Native Americans and to address the crisis of missing or
murdered Indigenous people. This includes implementing a coordinated
Federal law enforcement strategy that supports Tribal and other local
law enforcement efforts. It also strengthens prevention, early
intervention, and survivor services while improving data collection,
analysis, and information sharing.
For far too long, justice for Indigenous communities has been elusive.
We must improve our investigations to resolve missing or murdered cases
while supporting victims and their families. Toward that aim, the
Department of Justice is working closely with Tribal Nations to develop
regionally appropriate guidelines for these cases. The Department of
Justice has created a dedicated steering committee to oversee and
coordinate this critical work, including an outreach services liaison
for Federal criminal cases in Indian Country.
This March, I signed into law the Violence Against Women Act
Reauthorization Act of 2022. This important law expands special criminal
jurisdiction of Tribal courts to cover non-Native perpetrators of sexual
assault, child abuse, stalking, sex trafficking, and assaults on Tribal
law enforcement officers on Tribal lands and supports the development of
a pilot project to enhance access to safety for survivors in Alaska
Native villages.
My Administration understands that Native people, particularly survivors
of violence, know best what their communities need to feel safe. That is
why we must work hand in hand with Tribal partners through each phase of
the justice system to create solutions that are victim-centered, trauma-
informed, and culturally appropriate.
Our Nation's failure to address this ongoing tragedy not only demeans
the dignity of each Indigenous person who goes missing or is murdered--
it undermines the humanity of us all. Today and every day, we must
continue to stand up for Indigenous people, and we must never forget the
thousands of unsolved cases that continue to cry out for justice and
healing. As a Nation, we must answer that call and work together to
achieve the promise of America for all Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 5, 2022, as
Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day. I call on all
Americans and ask all levels of government to support Tribal governments
and Tribal communities' efforts to increase awareness of the issue of
missing or murdered Indigenous persons through appropriate programs and
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10390 of May 4, 2022
National Day of Prayer, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Throughout our history, prayer has been an anchor for countless
Americans searching for strength and wisdom in times of struggle and
sharing hope and gratitude in seasons of joy. In public reflections on
life's many blessings and in quiet moments during life's most difficult
trials, Americans of nearly every background and faith have turned to
prayer for comfort and inspiration. Prayer is a sacred right protected
by free speech and religious liberty enshrined in our Constitution, and
it continues to lift our spirits as we navigate the challenges of our
time.
On this day, we recognize the healing power of prayer, especially as we
recover from the trauma and loss of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today we find
ourselves in a moment of renewal--of lives saved, of new jobs created,
and of new hope for rebuilding America. Today is also a moment of
reflection when we are called to address some of the greatest challenges
humanity has ever faced--saving our planet from the existential threat
of climate change; responding to attacks on democracy at home and
abroad; and living up to our Nation's promise of liberty, justice, and
equality for all.
As the late President Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, ``There is a need
we all have in these days and times for some help which comes from
outside ourselves.'' Across our diverse and cherished beliefs, on this
National Day of Prayer, no matter how or whether we pray, we are all
called to look outside ourselves. Let us find in our hearts and prayers
the determination to put aside our differences, come together, and truly
see one another as fellow Americans.
The Congress, by Public Law 100-307, as amended, has called on the
President to issue each year a proclamation designating the first
Thursday in May as a ``National Day of Prayer.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 5, 2022, as a
National Day of Prayer. I call upon the citizens of our Nation to give
thanks, in accordance with their own faiths and consciences, for our
many freedoms and blessings, and I invite all people of faith to join me
in asking for God's continued guidance, mercy, and protection.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10391 of May 5, 2022
Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Military spouses are the rock on which their families, our military
community, and our national security depend. Though most do not wear a
uniform themselves, they serve and strengthen our Nation every day--
providing our brave troops with support, comfort, and love. They build
communities of strength on bases around the world to care for our
military family, pitching in wherever they see a need that is unmet. On
Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we recognize the nearly one million
military spouses and their vital contributions to our Nation. We are
grateful for their selfless sacrifice and inspired by their strength,
fortitude, and courage.
Today, America's military spouses are a constellation of diverse
individuals with unique backgrounds and the common attribute of uncommon
resilience. Like their service members, they too represent the best of
who we are as Americans. Military spouses know what it means to make
sacrifices in defense of our ideals and freedoms. And they live with the
hardship of having their life partner deployed away from home--juggling
all the responsibilities of work and family while saying an extra prayer
every morning that their spouse returns home safely.
Even during the most demanding circumstances, military spouses continue
to serve, creating innovative solutions to meet the challenges we face
as a Nation. Today, military spouses serve in dynamic leadership roles
across all sectors--using their own experiences to support the needs of
the communities around them. With enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial
spirit, military spouses create businesses and support systems that
serve the needs of others.
The Biden family is a military family, and caring for our Nation's
military spouses is something that Jill and I both deeply understand.
While our Nation can never fully repay the debt we owe to our service
members and their families, caregivers, and survivors, it is our sacred
obligation to make sure that they receive the care and support they have
earned. Through the First Lady's Joining Forces initiative, my
Administration is strengthening support for military families in three
critical areas: military spouse employment and entrepreneurship,
military child education, and the well-being of military families. We
continue to seek new and better ways to do more to address the needs of
our military families, especially responding to the needs of military
spouses with resources and services that allow them to thrive in all
aspects of life.
On Military Spouse Appreciation Day and every day, we are grateful for
the extraordinary service and sacrifice of America's military spouses.
May we continue to lift their voices, invest in their talents, and
respond to their unique needs in ways that ease their challenges and
enable them to reach their goals and aspirations. May God bless our
military families, caregivers, and survivors, and may God protect our
troops.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and
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the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 6, 2022, as
Military Spouse Appreciation Day. I call upon the people of the United
States to honor military spouses with appropriate ceremonies and
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10392 of May 6, 2022
National Women's Health Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Women's Health Week, we recommit to ensuring the health
and well-being of women and girls across our Nation. Central to this
mission is protecting women's fundamental rights to make their own
choices and build their own future. I am committed to defending women's
rights, including their access to reproductive health care. Roe has been
the law of the land for almost 50 years; basic fairness and the
stability of our law demand that it not be overturned. In response to
the continued attack on abortion and reproductive rights across the
country, my Administration is exploring all the tools at our disposal to
strengthen and protect women's access to critical reproductive health
care. We will continue to work with the Congress to pass the Women's
Health Protection Act, which will ensure that all women have access to
critical reproductive health care, no matter where they live.
For every American, health care is a right, not a privilege, and gender
equity in health care is a top priority for my Administration. That is
why we are building upon the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to improve the
health of all Americans--especially women. Through the ACA, millions of
people are able to access health care. In addition, women with
preexisting conditions cannot be denied coverage, and women can no
longer be charged more for health insurance simply because they are
women. Last month, my Administration proposed the most significant
administrative action to improve the ACA by eliminating the ``family
glitch,'' which will save families hundreds of dollars a month and help
them afford family coverage.
I am committed to ensuring that women also have access to the life-
saving preventive care screenings that so many Americans have skipped or
delayed because of the pandemic--including cholesterol, blood pressure,
and cancer screenings.
Advancing health equity also requires improving maternal health care.
America's maternal mortality rates are among the highest in the
developed world, especially among Black and Native American women. That
is why, through the American Rescue Plan, we have given States the
opportunity to provide 12 months of extended postpartum coverage to
pregnant women who are enrolled in Medicaid and the Children's Health
Insurance Program. By expanding access to maternal care and lowering
health care costs,
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we can drive down mortality rates and ensure women can live full and
healthy lives.
As I mentioned in my State of the Union Address, it is also time for
America to make bolder investments to address our national mental health
crisis--a crisis that disproportionately impacts young women and girls,
who are twice as likely to be diagnosed with mental health conditions
like depression and anxiety. My vision will broaden the pipeline of
behavioral health providers, integrate mental health and substance use
treatment into primary care, and expand access through more virtual care
options.
As President, Vice President, and Senator, I have long been committed to
ending gender-based violence and trauma, which have lasting effects on
health outcomes for women, girls, and their families. That is why I
first wrote the Violence Against Women Act in 1990 and worked with the
Congress to reauthorize it through 2027 to increase support, funding,
and resources for survivors and improve the health care system's
response to domestic violence and sexual assault.
We have achieved great progress, but there is still more work to do--
including to defend reproductive rights, which are under unprecedented
attack, and to ensure we do not go backwards on women's equality. As we
celebrate National Women's Health Week, let us recommit to ensuring
equal access to high-quality, affordable care for all women and girls
and to improving the health of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 8 through May
14, 2022, as National Women's Health Week. During this week, I encourage
all Americans to join us in a collective effort to improve the health of
women and girls and promote health equity for all. I encourage all women
and girls--especially those with underlying health conditions--to
prioritize their health and catch up on any missed screenings, routine
care, and vaccines.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10393 of May 6, 2022
Mother's Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every Mother's Day, we give special thanks to honor and celebrate the
mothers in our lives. Mothers across America provide unconditional love
and extraordinary strength. They are our rocks in moments of crisis and
our guiding lights when we need it most. Our Nation would not be where
we are today without their enduring foundation of love and support.
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This Mother's Day and every day, I celebrate the mothers who have
anchored my life. I honor my wife, Jill--the love of my life and my
north star. After profound loss, Jill gave me back my life, and she made
me believe that our family could be whole again. She brings us joy and
laughter every day. And I remember my own mother--Catherine Eugenia
``Jean'' Finnegan Biden--who has been gone since 2010 and whom I miss
every day. She taught me that character and integrity matter. When I
succeeded, she was also quick to remind me it was because of the support
and prayer of others. And if I did not succeed the first time, she made
sure I picked myself up and kept at it. To this day, I live by her
words.
In a year of extraordinary challenges, mothers have done what they
always have--carried their families, communities, and our Nation with
selflessness and courage, despite the barriers that they so often face.
Americans must always care for our mothers in turn: mothers who have
worked to make ends meet for their families, even in workplaces where
they face discrimination and disparities; mothers who serve
simultaneously as frontline workers and caregivers; mothers who are
grieving the loss of a child; and all mothers across the Nation, who
sacrifice every day.
My Administration is working to build our economy from the bottom up and
the middle out to give America's hardworking mothers some much needed
breathing room. Through the American Rescue Plan, we delivered a
historic expansion of the Child Tax Credit, which helped us reduce child
poverty last year by an estimated 40 percent. We also delivered
increased Federal subsidies for child care providers, along with
critical utility assistance for low-income families. My Administration
is also committed to ensuring that pregnancy and childbirth are safe and
dignified experiences for all families. That is why we are working hard
to address our maternal health crisis. America's maternal mortality
rates are among the highest in the developed world, and they are
especially high among Black women and Native American women, regardless
of their income or education levels. We must continue working to improve
health outcomes for pregnant women and mothers across the board.
The progress we are making for mothers is undeniable, but we are not
done yet. We are still fighting hard to pass paid family and medical
leave for American workers, to address the barriers and discrimination
women continue to face in the workplace, and to strengthen and invest in
our country's care infrastructure. As we work to build a better America,
I will continue to use every tool at my disposal to ensure that all
mothers and families have the opportunities they need to thrive.
My mom used to always say, ``The greatest virtue of all is courage,
because without courage, you couldn't love with abandon.'' Every day,
mothers summon the courage to love us with abandon. On Mother's Day, we
honor all of the mothers who continue to build, shape, and sustain our
Nation.
The Congress, by joint resolution approved May 8, 1914 (38 Stat. 770),
has designated the second Sunday in May each year as ``Mother's Day''
and requested the President to call for its appropriate observance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 8, 2022, as
Mother's Day. I urge all Americans to express their love, respect, and
gratitude to
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mothers everywhere. I call upon all citizens to observe this day with
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10394 of May 12, 2022
Remembering the 1,000,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today, we mark a tragic milestone: one million American lives lost to
COVID-19. One million empty chairs around the dinner table. Each an
irreplaceable loss. Each leaving behind a family, a community, and a
Nation forever changed because of this pandemic. Jill and I pray for
each of them.
As a Nation, we must not grow numb to such sorrow. To heal, we must
remember. We must remain vigilant against this pandemic and do
everything we can to save as many lives as possible. In remembrance, let
us draw strength from each other as fellow Americans. For while we have
been humbled, we never give up. We can and will do this together as the
United States of America.
In memory of the one million American lives lost to COVID-19 and their
loved ones left behind, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by
the Constitution and laws of the United States, that the flag of the
United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all
public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations,
and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of
Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and
possessions until sunset May 16, 2022. I also direct that the flag shall
be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States
embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad,
including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of May,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10395 of May 13, 2022
Emergency Medical Services Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every day, emergency medical service (EMS) providers put the needs of
their communities above their own as they respond to crises, treat
injuries, and save lives. Their heroism has been on full display
throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, as resilient EMS workers across the
country have provided essential care to Americans. This year's Emergency
Medical Services Week theme, ``Rising to the Challenge,'' pays tribute
to the brave frontline professionals who work tirelessly to help their
fellow Americans get immediate medical attention in their hours of
greatest need.
With compassion, determination, and skill, EMS providers embody the best
of our Nation--from paramedics, 911 dispatchers, and emergency medical
technicians to nurses, law enforcement officers, and firefighters.
Collectively, they distributed COVID-19 vaccinations, provided aid after
medical emergencies and disasters, and eased our suffering in countless
ways. The unwavering commitment of EMS providers to public service often
comes at the cost of their own physical well-being, mental health, and
precious time with loved ones.
That is why my American Rescue Plan included billions of dollars to
support women and men who serve in EMS roles. I have also made it a
priority to ensure that our State, local, Tribal, and territorial
partners have the resources they need to train and equip EMS providers
so they can respond to public health emergencies safely and effectively.
During Emergency Medical Services Week, we share our appreciation for
the selfless EMS professionals who provide lifesaving services every day
and risk their lives each time they answer the call of service. We also
honor the EMS providers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line
of duty to protect their fellow Americans. Our Nation owes a tremendous
debt of gratitude to these heroes and their loved ones. May God bless
our Nation's EMS workers and their families.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 15 through May
21, 2022, as National Emergency Medical Services Week. I call upon
public officials, doctors, nurses, paramedics, EMS providers, and all
the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate
programs, ceremonies, and activities to honor our brave EMS workers and
to pay tribute to the EMS providers who lost their lives in the line of
duty.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10396 of May 13, 2022
National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week,
2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In 1919, Army Lieutenant Colonel Dwight D. Eisenhower joined a cross-
country convoy of trucks and tanks to determine if our Nation had the
capacity to transport military assets. He discovered a poorly connected
patchwork of roads that were unsafe for civilians and unsuitable for our
military needs. When he became the President 34 years later, Dwight
Eisenhower made connecting the Nation a top priority by creating the
unprecedented Interstate Highway System that linked the country to
coast-to-coast travel and commerce, revolutionized public safety, and
unleashed America's unrivaled sense of discovery and exploration.
Today, America's transportation system weaves together distant
communities into one Nation, making our economy more competitive in the
global market and enabling our American way of life. On National Defense
Transportation Day and during National Transportation Week, we recognize
the importance of our Nation's infrastructure to our national and
economic security.
We also recognize that our transportation systems are not equally
accessible to all groups. They link some neighborhoods while
undermining, dividing, and leaving others behind. They create pollution
and contribute to climate change. In addition, many of our roads,
bridges, waterways, and airports that were once ranked among the best in
the world have fallen into disrepair due to neglect and lack of
investment.
That is why last year I signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law--the
largest investment in America's infrastructure since President Dwight
Eisenhower and the largest single investment ever in our roads, bridges,
passenger rail, and public transit. These historic investments are
funding crucial repairs to the infrastructure that our Nation relies on
so heavily for interstate commerce and national security. The law also
modernizes our Nation's ports and waterways, strengthening our supply
chains, our economic growth, and our global competitiveness while
protecting communities from the accelerating impact of climate change.
Working together, governments at every level will be positioned to
deliver tangible results for the American people--safer roads, better
public transit options, and a national network of electric vehicle
charging infrastructure. We will reconnect communities and create good-
paying jobs, building and maintaining infrastructure projects that are
funded by this landmark legislation.
During National Transportation Week, we acknowledge the importance of
our transportation infrastructure and honor the men and women who
design, build, operate, and maintain it. We also recognize
transportation workers who serve traveling Americans every day. As we
enter a new era in transportation infrastructure, my Administration will
continue to support our Nation's evolving transportation needs to fuel
long-term economic growth and improve the quality of life for all
Americans.
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In recognition of the ongoing contributions of our Nation's
transportation system and in honor of the devoted professionals who work
to sustain its tradition of excellence, the United States Congress has
requested, by joint resolution approved May 16, 1957, as amended (36
U.S.C. 120), that the President designate the third Friday in May of
each year as ``National Defense Transportation Day'' and, by joint
resolution approved May 14, 1962 (36 U.S.C. 133), that the week in which
that Friday falls be designated as ``National Transportation Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim Friday, May 20, 2022, as National Defense
Transportation Day and May 15 through May 21, 2022, as National
Transportation Week. I urge all Americans to observe these occasions
with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities as we show our
appreciation to those who build and operate our Nation's transportation
systems.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10397 of May 13, 2022
Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For generations, courageous men and women of our Nation's law
enforcement community have dedicated their lives to protecting us in big
cities, small towns, and suburban neighborhoods across America. Each
morning, police officers pin on their shield and walk out the door to go
to work, hoping they will come home safely. Last year, a record number
of law enforcement officers died in the line of duty. On Peace Officers
Memorial Day and during Police Week, we express our gratitude for these
selfless public servants who put themselves in harm's way to keep us
safe and honor those who lost their lives in the line of duty.
As we see a rise in gun violence and other violent crimes, it is
critical that we fund law enforcement with the resources and training
they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. That is why the
American Rescue Plan provided $350 billion that cities, States,
counties, and tribes can use to hire more police officers and invest in
proven strategies like community violence intervention, youth
programming, and other supportive services. It is also why my proposed
2023 budget more than doubles funding for effective community policing
through the Community Oriented Policing Services Hiring Program. In
addition, my budget increases support for the United States Marshals and
the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, so they can
apprehend fugitives and fight illegal gun trafficking.
Gun violence not only affects community members, it also targets law
enforcement officers. Last month at the White House, surrounded by law
enforcment, community leaders, and families who have lost loved ones to
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gun violence, we announced that the Department of Justice is reining in
the proliferation of ``ghost guns''--privately-made firearms without
serial numbers that are increasingly showing up on our streets and being
used to attack law enforcement officers and members of the public.
My Administration is also committed to supporting programs that protect
the physical safety of our law enforcement--more bulletproof vests,
active shooter trainings, and early warnings of threats targeting
officers. We must also do more to protect our officers' mental health
and emotional well-being. Suicide and COVID-19 were among the leading
causes of death for law enforcement officers in 2021. Last November, I
was proud to sign into law three bills that extend critical peer
counseling and mental health resources for officers, expand eligibility
and benefits for first responders disabled in the line of duty, and
protect Federal law enforcement serving abroad. Our officers swear an
oath to protect us, and we owe them the same pledge.
We must not abandon our streets or accept the false choice between
public safety and equal justice. The solution is not to defund our
police. It is to make our streets more secure through policing that
treats everyone with dignity and respect. It is to provide officers with
the resources, tools, and training they need to keep our neighborhoods
safe.
During Police Week, let us demonstrate our appreciation for the unsung
heroes who nobly wear the badge and put their lives at risk to protect
people each and every day. Let us honor the brave officers whose bright
futures were cut short in the line of duty. Let us come together to help
police be the partners and protectors our communities and our Nation
need for a safer, more just America.
By a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962, as amended (76 Stat.
676), and by Public Law 103-322, as amended (36 U.S.C. 136-137), the
President has been authorized and requested to designate May 15 of each
year as ``Peace Officers Memorial Day'' and the week in which it falls
as ``Police Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim May 15, 2022, as Peace Officers Memorial
Day and May 15 through May 21, 2022, as Police Week. I call upon all
Americans to observe these events with appropriate ceremonies and
activities and salute our Nation's brave law enforcement officers and
remember their peace officer brothers and sisters who have given their
last full measure of devotion in the line of duty. I also call on the
Governors of the United States and its Territories, and appropriate
officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown
at half-staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. I further encourage all
Americans to display the flag at half-staff from their homes and
businesses on that day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10398 of May 13, 2022
World Trade Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
American workers are the finest in the world, and my Administration
remains steadfast in our commitment to building a better America by
pursuing a trade agenda that puts workers first and helps foster a
fairer, more inclusive, more prosperous, and more resilient Nation.
During World Trade Week, we highlight the importance of global trade and
the role it plays in raising the quality of life of American families
while strengthening our economy and our workforce.
There is no limit to what our Nation can achieve when we work together,
and I know that we can out-compete any country in the world. Winning the
competition for the 21st century requires investing in our country and
our people here at home, and that is exactly what my Administration is
doing. Last year, we saw an unprecedented revival of American
manufacturing and the pride that comes with stamping products ``Made in
America.'' From automobiles and semiconductors to clean energy
technologies, companies are building here in America again; we added
over 350,000 manufacturing jobs to the economy in 2021--the best year
for manufacturing jobs in nearly three decades. Through the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law, we are making crucial investments in our Nation's
infrastructure, including in our ports, highways, roads, airports, and
bridges, which American companies rely on to export goods. Companies
have announced billions of dollars in new investments to produce and
manufacture more goods right here on American soil.
Not only are we building American products and services here at home--we
are selling them around the globe. My Administration has developed a
comprehensive trade policy that increases and diversifies the pool of
American businesses engaging in international trade. We have set a bold
goal to double the number of businesses receiving export assistance from
the Department of Commerce, with particular emphasis on engaging with
businesses in historically underserved communities. We have made it
possible for small and medium enterprises engaged in export-oriented
manufacturing projects to benefit from medium- and long-term loans and
loan guarantees offered by the Export-Import Bank of the United States.
My Administration continues to marshal a whole-of-government approach to
address issues that threaten our economic security and prosperity--from
an unprecedented pandemic and the climate crisis to global conflict and
geopolitical instability. We are making investments to strengthen our
global supply chains even as we strengthen our domestic supply chains in
critical industries, and we are standing up to bring an end to unfair
foreign trade practices that harm American workers, producers, and
businesses.
We are also deepening our crucial bilateral and multilateral economic
relationships with partners and allies to ensure a level playing field
for United States businesses and workers and build a more stable, fair,
and dependable international economic arena. This entails working
together to enforce existing trade agreements while establishing new and
improved trade
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frameworks. We are also recommitting the United States to global
multilateral institutions, including the World Trade Organization, in
pursuit of more durable, resilient, and sustainable trade policies that
deliver better results for American workers and families.
At the same time, we are resolving ongoing issues with our trading
partners and using trade as a tool to help address our common
challenges, including climate change and the threat of unfair
competition from non-market and authoritarian regimes. We reached a
groundbreaking deal with the European Union that included a commitment
to negotiate the world's first emission-based trade arrangement on steel
and aluminum trade. We concluded a 17-year international commercial
aviation dispute that will support good-paying jobs here at home. We
reached deals with the United Kingdom and Japan on steel and aluminum.
We addressed environmental protections through the United States-Mexico-
Canada Agreement. We are also using trade to rebuild our alliances and
meet shared security challenges, which threaten our networks, our
quality of life, and the strength of our democracies. We are ushering in
a new era of transatlantic cooperation between the United States and the
European Union--including the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council and
Transatlantic Data Privacy Framework--and developing an Indo-Pacific
Economic Framework to strengthen our economic and trade relationships
with partners in the region.
Now more than ever, we need our trade policies to deliver for American
workers and families. With strong investments and resources--and a bold
strategy for inclusive and long-lasting economic prosperity--American
businesses and workers will continue to meet every challenge and win the
competition for the 21st century.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 15 through May
21, 2022, as World Trade Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this
week and to celebrate with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10399 of May 20, 2022
National Safe Boating Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Exploring America's magnificent lakes, rivers, ponds, bays, and oceans
has long been a favorite pastime for recreational boaters and a
memorable way to discover our Nation's natural treasures. As we prepare
for warmer weather, and as more Americans take to the water, National
Safe Boating Week reminds us of the importance of following responsible
and safe boating practices.
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So many Americans enjoy recreational boating, and most trips are safe.
But many preventable accidents occur each year that result in tragic
deaths and injuries. Observing boating safety precautions is essential
for all boaters, whether you are fishing, sailing, kayaking, or
motoring.
Safe boating practices start well before the hull breaks the water's
surface. Experts agree that taking a State-offered boating safety course
is one of the best ways to minimize accidents. Most boating fatalities
involve boats whose operators--including paddlers in rentals--did not
have proper boating safety education. I urge all Americans to use the
free assistance of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and America's Boating Club
to ensure that your vessels are safe and that operators have the tools
they need to operate them safely.
I also call upon Americans to follow basic boating safety procedures and
to always wear a life jacket to protect yourself and your loved ones. In
2020, three-quarters of boating deaths were drownings, and nearly 7 out
of every 8 drowning victims were not wearing a life jacket. In addition,
avoid using alcohol or drugs when operating a boat. Alcohol continues to
be a significant contributing factor in boating deaths, and its effects
are compounded by water movement, exposure to the elements, and dynamic
operating conditions. Finally, wearing an engine cut-off switch link
will stop the boat's engine in the event the operator falls overboard,
protecting everyone from vessel and propeller strikes. By adhering to
safe boating practices, Americans will be safer on the water while
enjoying the boating season.
This week, we also pay tribute to the United States Coast Guard and the
Federal, State, Tribal, and local partners who help save lives and
protect us from accidents on the water. This season, let us recommit to
following basic boating safety procedures to prevent boating fatalities,
avoid property damage, and help boaters stay safe as they enjoy the
beauty of the open water.
In recognition of the importance of safe boating practices, the
Congress, by joint resolution approved on June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131),
as amended, has authorized and requested the President to proclaim
annually the 7-day period before Memorial Day weekend as ``National Safe
Boating Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim May 21 through May 27, 2022, as National
Safe Boating Week. I encourage all Americans who participate in boating
activities to observe this occasion by learning more about safe boating
practices, and by taking advantage of boating safety education
opportunities. I also encourage the Governors of the States and
Territories, and appropriate officials of all units of government, to
join me in encouraging boating safety in every community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10400 of May 20, 2022
Armed Forces Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Armed Forces Day, we share our unending appreciation for the proud
patriots who answer the call to serve, taking the sacred oath to defend
our Constitution. The brave members of our Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine
Corps, Space Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard and Reserve forces
represent the best of our Nation. Today and every day, we honor their
immeasurable service on behalf of our grateful Nation.
On this special day of tribute, we recognize the sacrifices that our
service members and their families make on our behalf, and we recommit
to our solemn duty to support them as they protect us. Our Nation has a
sacred obligation to properly equip and prepare our troops when we send
them in to harm's way and to support them--both while they are serving
abroad and when they return home--as well as their families, caregivers,
and survivors. We must meet this obligation.
My Administration's unity agenda focuses on key issues that bring
Americans together: supporting our veterans, beating the opioid
epidemic, addressing our national mental health crisis, and ending
cancer as we know it. Each of these issues impact our military
community, and each is essential to meeting our obligation to our
troops, their families, caregivers, and survivors. Mental health issues
pose a real challenge to our service members and their families, and my
Administration will continue to strengthen the tools, resources, and
support for our military community so our brave service members, who
have answered the call to serve, can thrive. This includes taking bold
action to reduce suicide among service members, veterans, and their
families.
The success of our Armed Forces also rests on every member of our
military community feeling that their safety and ability to prosper is
prioritized as they defend our Nation. That is why my Administration is
so focused on addressing the potential adverse consequences related to
toxic exposures or exposures to other environmental hazards during
deployment or in garrison.
Safety for our troops also means addressing the scourge of sexual
harassment and sexual assault in our military. We have already taken
important steps. In December, I was proud to sign into law historic
military justice reforms as part of the 2022 National Defense
Authorization Act. The Department of Defense is working to implement
these critical changes, alongside recommendations from the Independent
Review Commission on Sexual Assault in the Military for prevention,
climate and culture, and victim care and support. Much work still lies
ahead to deliver the progress that our troops deserve, and this will
remain a top priority for my Administration.
Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths as a Nation, and we will
continue to strive for our Armed Forces to reflect society at every
level within its ranks. Ensuring equal opportunity and greater
inclusivity will bolster the strength of our military and make sure
every American knows they can
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succeed and thrive as a member of the United States Armed Forces. We are
renewing our efforts to address the recruitment, retention, and well-
being of women in the military as well as providing a path to service
for other under-represented groups.
As we look around the world today, we are reminded again that freedom
comes at great cost. Throughout our history, brave Americans have always
stepped forward to defend our liberties--willing to pay the price to
keep our country safe. Our Nation's Armed Forces are the best in the
world. And we know that it is not only the person who wears our Nation's
uniform that serves. Their loved ones serve as well. Today, we also
honor the families, caregivers, and survivors of our Armed Forces--all
those who sacrifice on our behalf and who give their all to support the
service members they stand behind.
On Armed Forces Day, we salute our brave service members, whose
dedication and sacrifice ensure that our Nation's Armed Forces are
unmatched in strength, unity, and resilience. They are the greatest
fighting force the world has ever known.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United
States, continuing the precedent of my predecessors in office, do hereby
proclaim the third Saturday of each May as Armed Forces Day.
I direct the Secretary of Defense, on behalf of the Army, Navy, Air
Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, and the Secretary of Homeland Security
on behalf of the Coast Guard, to plan for appropriate observances each
year, with the Secretary of Defense responsible for soliciting the
participation and cooperation of civil authorities and private citizens.
I invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico,
and other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to
provide for the observance of Armed Forces Day within their respective
jurisdictions each year in an appropriate manner designed to increase
public understanding and appreciation of the Armed Forces of the United
States. I also invite veterans, civic leaders, and other organizations
to join in the observance of Armed Forces Day each year.
Finally, I call upon all Americans to display the flag of the United
States at their homes and businesses on Armed Forces Day, and I urge
citizens to learn more about military service by attending and
participating in the local observances of the day.
Proclamation 10210 of May 14, 2021, is hereby superseded.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10401 of May 20, 2022
National Maritime Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From sea to shining sea, whether in still or raging waters, America has
always been a Nation of maritime travel. Across our 25,000 miles of
waterways and over 360 commercial ports, the United States Merchant
Marine is integral to our Nation's prosperity. From helping move goods
throughout the supply chain to supporting our troops wherever they are
deployed, the Merchant Marine plays a vital role in the economic
security and defense of our country. On National Maritime Day and every
day, we honor the Merchant Marines for their service and sacrifice and
acknowledge their crucial role in protecting our Nation's security and
commerce.
Today, our Merchant Marine remains inextricably linked to our national
and economic security and competitiveness. Merchant mariners' legacy of
perseverance and dedication is carried on by today's civilian mariners.
As tyranny and violence again cause the tragic loss of innocent lives
and senseless destruction in Europe, our merchant mariners have answered
the call of duty by crewing vessels of our United States Ready Reserve,
moving vital military cargo to help the Ukrainian people in their
defense of freedom.
We also salute the remarkable efforts of our entire maritime industry
throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. They put the well-being of the
American people first, risking their lives to ensure that essential
cargoes of medical supplies and personal protective equipment were
delivered to those in need across our Nation.
As we continue to build a better America, our Merchant Marine plays a
pivotal role in securing our coastal and inland waterways so that they
are open to trade. No matter the hardship, mariners provide a smooth
passage for America's critical domestic goods and serve as stewards of
our Nation's trading gateways with the rest of the world. My
Administration continues its unwavering support of the United States
Merchant Marine, as well as the Jones Act, which protects the integrity
of our domestic maritime industry, supports hundreds of thousands of
jobs, and contributes over $150 billion in economic benefits.
We also know that the future success of the vital maritime industry
depends on its ability to attract the talent of all Americans and
reflect the diversity of the Nation it serves. That is why we are
resolved to continue the urgent work of advancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion in the ranks of the Merchant Marine and to end sexual assault,
sexual harassment, and bullying in the workplace.
Our Nation's merchant mariners serve with honor and integrity each and
every day. Today, we recognize their service and sacrifice and recommit
ourselves to fulfilling the promises and uplifting the values that they
continue to protect.
The Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 20, 1933, has
designated May 22 of each year as ``National Maritime Day'' to
commemorate the first transoceanic voyage by a steamship in 1819 by the
S.S. Savannah. By this
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resolution, the Congress has authorized and requested the President to
issue annually a proclamation calling for its appropriate observance. I
also request that all ships sailing under the American flag dress ship
on that day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 22, 2022, as
National Maritime Day. I call upon all Americans to observe this day and
to celebrate the United States Merchant Marine and maritime industry
with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10402 of May 24, 2022
Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Uvalde, Texas
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence
perpetrated on May 24, 2022, by a gunman at Robb Elementary School in
Uvalde, Texas, by the authority vested in me as President of the United
States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America,
I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at
half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds,
at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of
the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the
United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, May 28,
2022. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the
same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular
offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities
and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day
of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10403 of May 27, 2022
Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On January 11, 2018, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary)
transmitted to the President a report on the Secretary's investigation
into the effect of imports of steel mill articles (steel articles) on
the national security of the United States under section 232 of the
Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862). The Secretary
found and advised the President of his opinion that steel articles are
being imported into the United States in such quantities and under such
circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security of the
United States.
2. In Proclamation 9705 of March 8, 2018 (Adjusting Imports of Steel
Into the United States), the President concurred in the Secretary's
finding that steel articles, as defined in clause 1 of Proclamation
9705, as amended by clause 8 of Proclamation 9711 of March 22, 2018
(Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States), are being imported
into the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances
as to threaten to impair the national security of the United States, and
decided to adjust the imports of those steel articles by imposing a 25
percent ad valorem tariff on such articles imported from all countries
except Canada and Mexico. The proclamation further stated that any
country with which we have a security relationship is welcome to discuss
with the United States alternative ways to address the threatened
impairment of the national security caused by imports from that country,
and noted that, should the United States and any such country arrive at
a satisfactory alternative means to address the threat to the national
security such that the President determines that imports from that
country no longer threaten to impair the national security, the
President may remove or modify the restriction on steel articles imports
from that country and, if necessary, adjust the tariff as it applies to
other countries, as the national security interests of the United States
require.
3. The United States and Ukraine have developed a close security
relationship. Ukraine has expressed its willingness to work with the
United States to address the global excess capacity for producing steel.
Ukraine's steel industry has been significantly disrupted by the Russian
Federation's unjustified, unprovoked, unyielding, and unconscionable war
against Ukraine. The significant disruption in Ukraine's steel
production is expected to decrease the total amount of steel produced by
Ukraine as well as the amount of steel imported into the United States
from Ukraine, which in 2021 accounted for less than 1 percent of all
steel imports into the United States. At the same time, the steel
industry has been historically important to Ukraine, and both the United
States and Ukraine have an interest in maintaining that industry as an
economic lifeline while the country recovers.
4. The United States and Ukraine have recently engaged in broad security
discussions. The current disruption of Ukrainian steel production has
been part of those discussions, and the ongoing discussion is
anticipated to include alternative measures to prevent imports of steel
from Ukraine from threatening the national security of the United States
as Ukraine's steel production recovers from the significant disruption
caused by the war.
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5. In light of the ongoing security discussions and significant
disruption of Ukraine's ability to produce steel, I conclude that
Ukraine's present situation presents a special case. I have determined
to suspend the tariffs set forth in Proclamation 9705 for the import of
steel articles and derivative steel articles from Ukraine for 1 year.
The Secretary shall monitor the situation in the domestic steel industry
and developments in Ukraine's steel industry and inform me of any need
to terminate or extend this suspension.
6. In light of my determination to adjust the tariff proclaimed in
Proclamation 9705 as applied to eligible steel articles and derivative
steel articles that are the product of Ukraine, I have considered
whether it is necessary and appropriate in light of our national
security interests to make any corresponding adjustments to such tariff
as it applies to products of other countries. I have determined that it
is necessary and appropriate, at this time, to maintain the current
tariff level as it applies to products of other countries.
7. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended,
authorizes the President to take action to adjust the imports of an
article and its derivatives that are being imported into the United
States in such quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten to
impair the national security.
8. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of
the United States (HTSUS) the substance of statutes affecting import
treatment, and actions thereunder, including the removal, modification,
continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import
restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 232 of the Trade
Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, section 301 of title 3, United States
Code, and section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, do hereby
proclaim as follows:
(1) Clause 2 of Proclamation 9705, as amended, is revised to read as
follows:
``(2)(a) In order to establish certain modifications to the duty rate on
imports of steel articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is
modified as provided in the Annex to this proclamation and any subsequent
proclamations regarding such steel articles.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this proclamation, or in notices
published pursuant to clause 3 of this proclamation, all steel articles
imports covered by heading 9903.80.01, in subchapter III of chapter 99 of
the HTSUS, shall be subject to an additional 25 percent ad valorem rate of
duty with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from
warehouse for consumption, as follows: (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern
daylight time on March 23, 2018, from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, South Korea, and the member countries of
the European Union; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on
June 1, 2018, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, and
South Korea; (iii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August
13, 2018, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South
Korea, and Turkey; (iv) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern
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daylight time on May 20, 2019, from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, South Korea, and Turkey; (v) on or after 12:01 a.m.
eastern daylight time on May 21, 2019, from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South Korea; (vi) on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern standard time on January 1, 2022, from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South Korea, and except
the member countries of the European Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern
standard time on December 31, 2023, for steel articles covered by headings
9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19, inclusive; (vii) on or after 12:01 a.m.
eastern daylight time on April 1, 2022, from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South Korea, and except
the member countries of the European Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern
standard time on December 31, 2023, for steel articles covered by headings
9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19, inclusive, and from Japan, for steel
articles covered by headings 9903.81.25 through 9903.81.80, inclusive; and
(viii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, from
all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, South
Korea, and except from Ukraine through 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on
June 1, 2023, and except the member countries of the European Union through
11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, for steel articles
covered by headings 9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19, inclusive, and from
Japan through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, for
steel articles covered by headings 9903.81.25 through 9903.81.80,
inclusive. Further, except as otherwise provided in notices published
pursuant to clause 3 of this proclamation, all steel articles imports from
Turkey covered by heading 9903.80.02, in subchapter III of chapter 99 of
the HTSUS, shall be subject to a 50 percent ad valorem rate of duty with
respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for
consumption, on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 13,
2018, and prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May 21, 2019. All
steel articles imports covered by heading 9903.80.61, in subchapter III of
chapter 99 of the HTSUS, shall be subject to the additional 25 percent ad
valorem rate of duty established herein with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern time on the date specified in a determination by the Secretary
granting relief. These rates of duty, which are in addition to any other
duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported steel
articles, shall apply to imports of steel articles from each country as
specified in the preceding three sentences''
(2) The first two sentences of clause 1 of Proclamation 9980 of
January 24, 2020 (Adjusting Imports of Derivative Aluminum Articles and
Derivative Steel Articles Into the United States), are revised to read
as follows:
``In order to establish increases in the duty rate on imports of certain
derivative articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is modified
as provided in Annex I and Annex II to this proclamation. Except as
otherwise provided in this proclamation, all imports of derivative aluminum
articles specified in Annex I to this proclamation shall be subject to an
additional 10 percent ad valorem rate of duty, and all imports of
derivative steel articles specified in Annex II to this proclamation shall
be subject to an additional 25 percent ad valorem rate of duty, with
respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for
consumption, as follows: (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time
on
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February 8, 2020, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other
duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative
aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative
aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, the Commonwealth of Australia (Australia),
Canada, and the United Mexican States (Mexico) and to imports of derivative
steel articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South
Korea; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on January 1,
2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other duties, fees,
exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative aluminum
articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative aluminum
articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, and Mexico and to imports of derivative steel articles described in
Annex II to this proclamation from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the European Union,
Mexico, and South Korea; (iii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time
on April 1, 2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other
duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative
aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative
aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of the
European Union, and Mexico and to imports of derivative steel articles
described in Annex II to this proclamation from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea; and (iv) on or after 12:01 a.m.
eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, these rates of duty, which are in
addition to any other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to
such imported derivative aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply
to imports of derivative aluminum articles described in Annex I to this
proclamation from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the
member countries of the European Union, and Mexico, and to imports of
derivative steel articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from
all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member
countries of the European Union, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea, and except
from Ukraine through 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2023''
(3) Any imports of steel articles from Ukraine that were admitted
into a U.S. foreign trade zone under ``privileged foreign status'' as
defined in 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on
June 1, 2022, shall be subject upon entry for consumption made on or
after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, to the 25
percent rate of duty imposed by Proclamation 9705, as amended.
(4) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10404 of May 27, 2022
Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Memorial Day, we remember the patriots who gave their lives in the
service of America, in the service of freedom, and in the service of
justice. They made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our Constitution and
our democracy. We are free because they were brave, and we live by the
light of the flame of liberty they kept burning. They are all heroes,
and our Nation is forever grateful.
Those who wear the uniform of the United States Armed Forces know the
pride of service and what it means to dedicate themselves to a cause
greater than themselves. These women and men put their lives on the line
for an idea--the idea of America. They are the best of us. On this day,
as we honor the fallen angels who consecrated this great Nation and the
ideals that we stand for with their blood, we rededicate ourselves to
the unending work of bringing our country ever closer to that more
perfect Union for which they died.
Today and every day, we ask God to protect our troops, to shine light
perpetual upon the fallen, and to bring comfort to their families. To
those who mourn a loved one, and to America's Gold Star Families who
have lost a loved one in conflict, my heart aches for you. Our Nation
owes you and those you have lost a tremendous debt that we can never
fully repay. On Memorial Day, we vow to honor their memories and support
the families, caregivers, and survivors they left behind.
As we honor the memories of our fallen heroes, we are grateful for the
future they made possible for us and rededicate ourselves to seeking
enduring peace. Our heroes gave their lives for our country, and they
live forever in our hearts--forever proud, forever honorable, and
forever American.
In honor and recognition of all of our fallen service members, the
Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36
U.S.C. 116), has requested that the President issue a proclamation
calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day
as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that
day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer and
reflection. The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated
3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe,
in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 30, 2022, as a day of
prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each
locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time when people might unite in
prayer and reflection. I urge the press, radio, television, and all
other information media to cooperate in this observance. I further ask
all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at
3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.
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I request the Governors of the United States and its Commonwealths and
Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government,
to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this
Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the
United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control. I
also request the people of the United States to display the flag at
half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10405 of May 31, 2022
Adjusting Imports of Aluminum Into the United States
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On January 19, 2018, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary)
transmitted to the President a report on the Secretary's investigation
into the effect of imports of aluminum articles on the national security
of the United States under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of
1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862). The Secretary found and advised the
President of his opinion that aluminum articles are being imported into
the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances as to
threaten to impair the national security of the United States.
2. In Proclamation 9704 of March 8, 2018 (Adjusting Imports of Aluminum
Into the United States), the President concurred in the Secretary's
finding that aluminum articles are being imported into the United States
in such quantities and under such circumstances as to threaten to impair
the national security of the United States, and decided to adjust the
imports of aluminum articles by imposing a 10 percent ad valorem tariff
on such articles imported from all countries except Canada and Mexico.
The proclamation further stated that any country with which we have a
security relationship is welcome to discuss with the United States
alternative ways to address the threatened impairment of the national
security caused by imports from that country, and noted that, should the
United States and any such country arrive at a satisfactory alternative
means to address the threat to the national security such that the
President determines that imports from that country no longer threaten
to impair the national security, the President may remove or modify the
restriction on aluminum articles imports from that country and, if
necessary, adjust the tariff as it applies to other countries, as the
national security interests of the United States require.
3. The United States has successfully concluded discussions with the
United Kingdom (UK) on satisfactory alternative means to address the
threatened impairment to our national security posed by aluminum
articles imports from the UK. The United States and the UK have agreed
to expand
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coordination involving trade remedies and customs matters, monitor
bilateral steel and aluminum trade, cooperate on addressing non-market
excess capacity and carbon intensity in these sectors, annually review
their arrangement and their ongoing cooperation, and confer on market-
distorting influence or ownership in the steel and aluminum industries.
The United States will monitor the implementation and effectiveness of
the measures agreed upon with the UK in addressing our national security
needs, and I may revisit this determination, as appropriate.
4. The United States will implement a number of actions, including a
tariff-rate quota that restricts the quantity of aluminum articles
imported into the United States from the UK without the application of
the tariff proclaimed in Proclamation 9704. Under the arrangement,
aluminum articles, except semi-finished wrought aluminum articles, that
are accompanied by a certificate of analysis are eligible for in-quota
treatment. In order to be eligible for in-quota treatment, semi-finished
wrought aluminum articles must be accompanied by a certificate of
analysis and must not contain primary aluminum from the People's
Republic of China, the Russian Federation, or the Republic of Belarus.
In my judgment, these measures will provide an effective, long-term
alternative means to address any contribution by UK aluminum articles
imports to the threatened impairment to our national security by
restraining aluminum articles imports to the United States from the UK,
limiting transshipment, and discouraging excess capacity and excess
aluminum production. In light of this agreement, I have determined that
specified volumes of eligible aluminum articles imports from the UK will
no longer threaten to impair the national security and have decided to
exclude such imports from the UK up to a designated quota from the
tariff proclaimed in Proclamation 9704. The United States will monitor
the implementation and effectiveness of the tariff-rate quota and other
measures agreed upon with the UK in addressing our national security
needs, and I may revisit this determination, as appropriate.
5. The alternative means, including the tariff-rate quota, are
consistent with the recommendations specified in the original
investigation into the effect of imports of aluminum articles on the
national security of the United States under section 232 of the Trade
Expansion Act of 1962, as amended. The agreed-upon aggregate tariff-rate
quota volume, totaling 900 metric tons of unwrought aluminum, 11,400
metric tons of semi-finished wrought aluminum other than foil, and 9,300
metric tons of foil, is consistent with the objective of reaching and
sustaining a sufficient capacity utilization rate in the domestic
aluminum industry.
6. In light of my determination to adjust the tariff proclaimed in
Proclamation 9704 as applied to eligible aluminum articles imports from
the UK, I have considered whether it is necessary and appropriate in
light of our national security interests to make any corresponding
adjustments to such tariff as it applies to other countries. I have
determined that it is necessary and appropriate, at this time, to
maintain the current tariff level as it applies to other countries.
7. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended,
authorizes the President to adjust the imports of an article and its
derivatives that are being imported into the United States in such
quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the
national security.
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8. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of
the United States (HTSUS) the substance of statutes affecting import
treatment, and actions thereunder, including the removal, modification,
continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import
restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 232 of the Trade
Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, section 301 of title 3, United States
Code, and section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, do hereby
proclaim as follows:
(1) To establish a tariff-rate quota on imports of eligible aluminum
articles from the UK as set forth in paragraph 4 of this proclamation,
U.S. Note 19 of subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is amended as
provided for in the Annex to this proclamation. Imports of aluminum
articles from the UK in excess of the tariff-rate quota quantities shall
remain subject to the duties imposed by clause 2 of Proclamation 9704,
as amended. The Secretary, in consultation with the United States Trade
Representative and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall recommend
to the President, as warranted, updates to the in-quota volumes
contained in the Annex to this proclamation. Aluminum articles from the
UK imported under an exclusion granted pursuant to clause 3 of
Proclamation 9704, as amended, shall count against the in-quota volume
of the tariff-rate quota established in clause 1 of this proclamation.
(2) Clause 2 of Proclamation 9704, as amended, is further amended in
the second sentence by deleting ``and'' before ``(h)'' and inserting
before the period at the end: ``, and (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern
daylight time on June 1, 2022, from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Canada, Mexico, and from the member countries of the European
Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, and
from the United Kingdom, for aluminum articles covered by headings
9903.85.25 through 9903.85.44, inclusive.''
(3) Aluminum articles eligible for treatment under clause 1 of this
proclamation must be accompanied by a certificate of analysis in order
to receive such treatment. Eligible semi-finished wrought aluminum
articles must not contain primary aluminum from the People's Republic of
China, the Russian Federation, or the Republic of Belarus. The
Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and
the United States Trade Representative, is authorized to take such
actions as are necessary to ensure compliance with this requirement.
Failure to comply could result in applicable remedies or penalties under
United States law.
(4) The modifications to the HTSUS made by clause 1 of this
proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, and shall continue in
effect, unless such actions are expressly reduced, modified, or
terminated.
(5) Any imports of aluminum articles from the UK that were admitted
into a U.S. foreign trade zone under ``privileged foreign status'' as
defined in 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on
June 1, 2022, shall be subject upon entry for consumption made on or
after 12:01 a.m.
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eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, to the provisions of the tariff-
rate quota in effect at the time of the entry for consumption.
(6) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10406 of May 31, 2022
Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On January 11, 2018, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary)
transmitted to the President a report on the Secretary's investigation
into the effect of imports of steel mill articles (steel articles) on
the national security of the United States under section 232 of the
Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862). The Secretary
found and advised the President of his opinion that steel articles are
being imported into the United States in such quantities and under such
circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security of the
United States.
2. In Proclamation 9705 of March 8, 2018 (Adjusting Imports of Steel
Into the United States), the President concurred in the Secretary's
finding that steel articles, as defined in clause 1 of Proclamation
9705, as amended by clause 8 of Proclamation 9711 of March 22, 2018
(Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States), are being imported
into the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances
as to threaten to impair the national security of the United States, and
decided to adjust the imports of those steel articles by imposing a 25
percent ad valorem tariff on such articles imported from all countries
except Canada and Mexico. The proclamation further stated that any
country with which we have a security relationship is welcome to discuss
with the United States alternative ways to address the threatened
impairment to the national security caused by imports from that country,
and noted that, should the United States and any such country arrive at
a satisfactory alternative means to address the threat to the national
security such that the President determines that imports from that
country no longer threaten to impair the national security, the
President may remove or modify the restriction on steel articles imports
from that country and, if necessary, adjust the tariff as it applies to
other countries, as the national security interests of the United States
require.
3. The United States has successfully concluded discussions with the
United Kingdom (UK) on satisfactory alternative means to address the
threatened impairment to the national security posed by imports of steel
articles and derivative steel articles from the UK. The United States
and the UK have agreed to expand coordination involving trade remedies
and customs matters, monitor bilateral steel and aluminum trade,
cooperate on addressing non-market excess capacity and carbon intensity
in these sectors, annually review their arrangement and their ongoing
cooperation, and ensure that steel articles exports from the UK to the
United States under the applicable tariff-rate quota for steel articles
are not supported by market-distorting practices.
4. The United States will implement a number of actions, including a
tariff-rate quota that restricts the quantity of steel articles and
derivative steel articles imported into the United States from the UK
without the application of the tariff proclaimed in Proclamation 9705.
Under the arrangement, steel articles that are melted and poured in the
UK and imported from either the UK or further processed in the European
Union, conferring European Union country of origin, and subsequently
imported into the United States
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from the European Union are eligible for in-quota treatment. In my
judgment, these measures will provide an effective, long-term
alternative means to address any contribution by UK steel articles and
derivative steel articles imports to the threatened impairment to the
national security by restraining steel articles and derivative steel
articles imports to the United States from the UK, limiting
transshipment, discouraging excess steel capacity and production, and
strengthening the United States-UK partnership. In light of this
agreement, I have determined that imports of specified volumes of
eligible steel articles and derivative steel articles from the UK will
no longer threaten to impair the national security and have decided to
exclude such imports from the UK up to a designated quota from the
tariff proclaimed in Proclamation 9705. The United States will monitor
the implementation and effectiveness of the tariff-rate quota and other
measures agreed upon with the UK in addressing our national security
needs, and I may revisit this determination, as appropriate.
5. I conclude that the UK presents a special case because of the unique
nature of the special relationship that exists between the United States
and the UK. The United States has a deep security relationship with the
UK, including a shared commitment to mutual support in addressing
national security concerns, particularly through security, defense, and
intelligence partnerships; a strong economic and strategic partnership;
and a shared commitment to addressing global excess capacity in steel
production.
6. The alternative means, including the tariff-rate quota, advance the
recommendations contained in the Secretary's January 2018 report. The
agreed-upon aggregate tariff-rate quota volume specified in the
agreement between the United States and the UK, totaling 500,000 metric
tons, is consistent with the objective of reaching and maintaining a
sufficient capacity utilization rate in the domestic steel industry and
reflects the continued importance of the special relationship that
exists between the United States and the UK.
7. In light of my determination to adjust the tariff proclaimed in
Proclamation 9705 as applied to eligible steel articles and derivative
steel articles that are melted and poured in the UK and imported from
either the UK or the European Union, I have considered whether it is
necessary and appropriate in light of our national security interests to
make any corresponding adjustments to such tariff as it applies to other
countries. I have determined that it is necessary and appropriate, at
this time, to maintain the current tariff level as it applies to other
countries.
8. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended,
authorizes the President to adjust the imports of an article and its
derivatives that are being imported into the United States in such
quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the
national security.
9. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of
the United States (HTSUS) the substance of statutes affecting import
treatment, and actions thereunder, including the removal, modification,
continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import
restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN Jr., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 232 of the Trade
Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, section 301 of title 3, United States
Code,
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and section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, do hereby proclaim
as follows:
(1) To establish a tariff-rate quota on imports of steel articles
that are melted and poured in the UK and imported from either the UK or
the European Union as set forth in paragraph 4 of this proclamation,
U.S. Note 16 of subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is amended as
provided for in the Annex to this proclamation. Imports of steel
articles that are melted and poured in the UK and from either the UK or
the European Union in excess of the tariff-rate quota quantities shall
remain subject to the duties imposed by clause 2 of Proclamation 9705,
as amended. The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of
Homeland Security and the United States Trade Representative, shall
recommend to the President, as warranted, updates to the in-quota
volumes contained in the Annex to this proclamation. Steel articles that
are melted and poured in the UK and from either the UK or the European
Union imported under an exclusion granted pursuant to clause 3 of
Proclamation 9705, as amended, shall count against the in-quota volume
of the tariff-rate quota established in clause 1 of this proclamation.
(2) Clause 2 of Proclamation 9705, as amended, is revised to read as
follows:
``(2)(a) In order to establish certain modifications to the duty rate on
imports of steel articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is
modified as provided in the Annex to this proclamation and any subsequent
proclamations regarding such steel articles.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this proclamation, or in
notices published pursuant to clause 3 of this proclamation, all steel
articles imports covered by heading 9903.80.01, in subchapter III of
chapter 99 of the HTSUS, shall be subject to an additional 25 percent ad
valorem rate of duty with respect to goods entered for consumption, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, as follows: (i) on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on March 23, 2018, from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, South Korea, and
the member countries of the European Union; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m.
eastern daylight time on June 1, 2018, from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, and South Korea; (iii) on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern daylight time on August 13, 2018, from all countries except
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South Korea, and Turkey; (iv) on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May 20, 2019, from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South Korea, and Turkey; (v) on or
after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May 21, 2019, from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South
Korea; (vi) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on January 1,
2022, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada,
Mexico, and South Korea, and except the member countries of the European
Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, for
steel articles covered by headings 9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19,
inclusive; (vii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April
1, 2022, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada,
Mexico, and South Korea, and except the member countries of the European
Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time on December 31, 2023, for
steel articles covered by headings 9903.80.65 through 9903.81.19,
inclusive, and from Japan, for steel articles covered by headings
9903.81.25 through 9903.81.80, inclusive; and (viii) on or after 12:01
a.m. eastern daylight time
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on June 1, 2022, from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil,
Canada, Mexico, South Korea, and Ukraine, and except the member
countries of the European Union through 11:59 p.m. eastern standard time
on December 31, 2023, for steel articles covered by headings 9903.80.65
through 9903.81.19, inclusive, and from Japan and the UK, for steel
articles covered by subheadings 9903.81.25 through 9903.81.78 and
heading 9903.81.80, and from the member countries of the European Union,
for steel articles covered by heading 9903.81.81. Further, except as
otherwise provided in notices published pursuant to clause 3 of this
proclamation, all steel articles imports from Turkey covered by heading
9903.80.02, in subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS, shall be
subject to a 50 percent ad valorem rate of duty with respect to goods
entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 13, 2018, and prior
to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on May 21, 2019. All steel articles
imports covered by heading 9903.80.61, in subchapter III of chapter 99
of the HTSUS, shall be subject to the additional 25 percent ad valorem
rate of duty established herein with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern time on the date specified in a determination by the
Secretary granting relief. These rates of duty, which are in addition to
any other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such
imported steel articles, shall apply to imports of steel articles from
each country as specified in the preceding three sentences.''
(3) The first two sentences of clause 1 of Proclamation 9980 of
January 24, 2020 (Adjusting Imports of Derivative Aluminum Articles and
Derivative Steel Articles Into the United States), are revised to read
as follows:
``In order to establish increases in the duty rate on imports of certain
derivative articles, subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS is modified
as provided in Annex I and Annex II to this proclamation. Except as
otherwise provided in this proclamation, all imports of derivative aluminum
articles specified in Annex I to this proclamation shall be subject to an
additional 10 percent ad valorem rate of duty, and all imports of
derivative steel articles specified in Annex II to this proclamation shall
be subject to an additional 25 percent ad valorem rate of duty, with
respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for
consumption, as follows: (i) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time
on February 8, 2020, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any
other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported
derivative aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of
derivative aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from
all countries except Argentina, the Commonwealth of Australia (Australia),
Canada, and the United Mexican States (Mexico) and to imports of derivative
steel articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and South
Korea; (ii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on January 1,
2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other duties, fees,
exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative aluminum
articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative aluminum
articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, and Mexico and to imports of derivative steel articles described in
Annex II to this proclamation from all countries except
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Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the European
Union, Mexico, and South Korea; (iii) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern
daylight time on April 1, 2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition
to any other duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such
imported derivative aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to
imports of derivative aluminum articles described in Annex I to this
proclamation from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the
member countries of the European Union, and Mexico and to imports of
derivative steel articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from
all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member
countries of the European Union, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea; (iv) on or
after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, these rates of
duty, which are in addition to any other duties, fees, exactions, and
charges applicable to such imported derivative aluminum articles or steel
articles, shall apply to imports of derivative aluminum articles described
in Annex I to this proclamation from all countries except Argentina,
Australia, Canada, the member countries of the European Union, and Mexico,
and to imports of derivative steel articles described in Annex II to this
proclamation from all countries except Argentina, Australia, Brazil,
Canada, the member countries of the European Union, Japan, Mexico, and
South Korea, and except from Ukraine through 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight
time on June 1, 2023; and (v) on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time
on June 1, 2022, these rates of duty, which are in addition to any other
duties, fees, exactions, and charges applicable to such imported derivative
aluminum articles or steel articles, shall apply to imports of derivative
aluminum articles described in Annex I to this proclamation from all
countries except Argentina, Australia, Canada, the member countries of the
European Union, Mexico, and the UK, and to imports of derivative steel
articles described in Annex II to this proclamation from all countries
except Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the member countries of the
European Union, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, and the UK, and except from
Ukraine through 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2023.''
(4) Steel articles eligible for treatment under clause 1 of this
proclamation must be melted and poured in the UK in order to receive
such treatment. Steel articles melted and poured in the UK that are
further processed in a member country of the European Union, conferring
country of origin in a member country of the European Union, and
subsequently imported into the United States is also eligible for
treatment under clause 1 of this proclamation as set forth in the Annex
to this proclamation. The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary
of Homeland Security and the United States Trade Representative, is
authorized to take such actions as are necessary to ensure compliance
with this requirement. Failure to comply could result in applicable
remedies such as the collection of the tariff set forth in clause 2 of
Proclamation 9705, or penalties under United States law.
(5) In the case of any known UK steel producer that is owned or
controlled by a company registered in the People's Republic of China or
a Chinese entity, and which exports steel to the United States under the
applicable tariff-rate quota, the UK agreed to provide an attestation to
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States annually, based on an annual strategic audit conducted by an
independent third party, to the effect that there is no evidence of
market-distorting practices by that producer in the UK that would
materially contribute to non-market excess capacity of steel. If the
attestation is not provided annually as set out in the Annex to this
proclamation, the Secretary may temporarily deny access for any UK steel
producer to the in-quota rate for the applicable tariff-rate quota. The
Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and
the United States Trade Representative, is authorized to take such
actions as are necessary to ensure compliance with the actions regarding
attestations set forth in the Annex to this proclamation. If an
attestation is not provided as set forth in the Annex to this
proclamation, it could result in collection of the tariff set forth in
clause 2 of Proclamation 9705.
(6) The modifications to the HTSUS made by clause 1 of this
proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, and shall continue in
effect, unless such actions are expressly reduced, modified, or
terminated.
(7) Any imports of steel articles from the UK and steel articles
that are melted and poured in the UK that are further processed in a
member country of the European Union, conferring country of origin in a
member country of the European Union, that were admitted into a U.S.
foreign trade zone under ``privileged foreign status'' as defined in 19
CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022,
shall be subject upon entry for consumption made on or after 12:01 a.m.
eastern daylight time on June 1, 2022, to the provisions of the tariff-
rate quota in effect at the time of the entry for consumption.
(8) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10407 of May 31, 2022
Black Music Appreciation Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Music has the power to lift our spirits, comfort our souls, and inspire
our hearts. It gives a voice to the human spirit, creating a common
language that unites people and breaks down barriers. Perhaps no music
has had as profound and powerful an impact in shaping America's musical
score as Black music. Intricately woven into the tapestry of our Nation,
Black music enriches our lives and pushes the boundaries of creativity.
Throughout the decades and across the country, Black music has fueled a
myriad of genres--from rhythm and blues to jazz, gospel, country, rap
and more. This month, we celebrate the extraordinary legacy of Black
music on American culture and recognize the indelible impact it
continues to have on the world.
For generations, Black music has conveyed the hopes and struggles of a
resilient people--spirituals mourning the original sin of slavery and
later heralding freedom from bondage, hard truths told through jazz and
the sounds of Motown during the Civil Rights movement, and hip-hop and
rhythm and blues that remind us of the work that still lies ahead. The
music created by Black artists continues to influence musicians of all
persuasions, entertain people of all backgrounds, and shape the story of
our Nation.
During Black Music Appreciation Month, we honor Black musicians,
singers, and contributors to the music industry--past and present--whose
innovative talents unite us in joy as much as in sorrow and healing. We
pay homage to the musical legends whose artistic expressions help build
community, generate empathy, and foster a sense of shared identity. And
we celebrate Black artists who have used their songs to stand up to
injustice, fight for equality, and reflect a mirror on society--
reminding us all of our enduring obligation to deliver the promise of
America for all Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as Black
Music Appreciation Month. I call upon public officials, educators, and
all the people of the United States to observe this month by honoring
Black Musicians and raising awareness and appreciation of Black music.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10408 of May 31, 2022
Great Outdoors Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Great Outdoors Month, we celebrate our Nation's vast array of
parks, wildlife refuges, forests, monuments, marine sanctuaries, waters,
national conservation lands, and other natural treasures. Every day,
Americans across the country draw inspiration and pride from the beauty
of our magnificent outdoor spaces. From lush forests in Washington State
and coral reefs in the Virgin Islands to snow-capped mountains in Alaska
and rolling hills in Vermont--the grandeur of the American landscape
fills our souls and fuels our spirit of adventure. These iconic and
stunning natural wonders have always been central to our heritage as a
people and essential to our identity as a Nation.
Boundless outdoor spaces across the country unite Americans of every age
and background for hiking, fishing, canoeing, hunting, exploring,
reflecting, and finding solace. As part of my Administration's efforts
to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion, we are committed to
ensuring that everyone can access and enjoy America's great outdoors.
Outreach efforts--including the National Park Service's Rivers, Trails,
and Conservation Assistance program--expand trails, conserve rivers, and
restore green space so that more people can benefit. We are also
enhancing safe outdoor resources for communities so that more people can
participate in healthy, active outdoor recreation and enjoy the physical
and spiritual nourishment it provides.
Today, our lands and waters face unprecedented threats from climate
change that require historic action to safeguard and preserve them. That
is why my Administration is setting ambitious environmental standards
and making bold climate commitments for the United States: reducing
greenhouse gas emissions by up to 52 percent by 2030, reaching 100
percent carbon pollution-free electricity by 2035, and achieving net-
zero emissions economy-wide by 2050.
Together with our State, Tribal, and local partners, we also launched
the America the Beautiful Initiative, our Nation's first-ever voluntary
conservation goal, to conserve and restore 30 percent of America's lands
and waters by 2030. We also spearheaded a $1 Billion America the
Beautiful Challenge, combining Federal investments with private and
philanthropic contributions to accelerate land, water, and wildlife
conservation and restoration efforts across the country. And we are
making critical investments through the Great American Outdoors Act for
land acquisition and community-based conservation and recreation
projects in national parks, national forests, public lands, and Tribal
schools.
Land and ocean conservation is a crucial part of addressing the world's
climate challenges. Proper stewardship protects the outdoors while
contributing to sustainability, climate mitigation, and climate
resilience. It is estimated that as much as one-third of the global
emissions reductions needed to stabilize the world's climate can come
from natural climate solutions. That's why I issued an Executive Order
on Earth Day to strengthen our Nation's forests, communities, and local
economies, and to take stock of nature and its benefits.
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During Great Outdoors Month, I encourage Americans to take time to
experience the natural wonders across our Nation. As we enjoy the great
outdoor landscapes and seascapes, let us each recommit to doing our part
in their stewardship, preservation, and sustainable use so they continue
to be a source of inspiration for outdoor enthusiasts for generations to
come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as Great
Outdoors Month. I urge all Americans to explore the great outdoors, to
experience our Nation's natural heritage, and to continue our Nation's
tradition conserving our lands and waters for future generations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10409 of May 31, 2022
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month,
2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex
(LGBTQI+) Pride Month, we reflect on the progress we have made as a
Nation in the fight for justice, inclusion, and equality while
reaffirming our commitment to do more to support LGBTQI+ rights at home
and abroad. I often say that America can be defined by one word:
possibilities. This month, we celebrate generations of LGBTQI+ people
who have fought to make the possibilities of our Nation real for every
American.
Today, the rights of LGBTQI+ Americans are under relentless attack.
Members of the LGBTQI+ community--especially people of color and trans
people--continue to face discrimination and cruel, persistent efforts to
undermine their human rights. An onslaught of dangerous anti-LGBTQI+
legislation has been introduced and passed in States across the country,
targeting transgender children and their parents and interfering with
their access to health care. These unconscionable attacks have left
countless LGBTQI+ families in fear and pain. All of this compounded has
been especially difficult on LGBTQI+ youth, 45 percent of whom seriously
considered attempting suicide in the last year--a devastating reality
that our Nation must work urgently to address.
This month, we remind the LGBTQI+ community that they are loved and
cherished. My Administration sees you for who you are--deserving of
dignity, respect, and support. As I said in my State of the Union
Address--especially to our younger transgender Americans--I will always
have your back as your President so that you can be yourself and reach
your God-given potential. Today and every day, my Administration stands
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LGBTQI+ American in the ongoing struggle against intolerance,
discrimination, and injustice. We condemn the dangerous State laws and
bills that target LGBTQI+ youth. And we remain steadfast in our
commitment to helping LGBTQI+ people in America and around the world
live free from violence.
Since my first day in office, I have taken historic action to ensure
that everyone--no matter who they are or whom they love--has an equal
place in our democracy. I signed a landmark Executive Order charging the
Federal Government with preventing and combating discrimination on the
basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. This includes non-
discrimination protections for LGBTQI+ Americans in housing, health
care, education, employment, credit and lending services, and the
criminal justice system. My Administration has expanded access to
inclusive passports for transgender Americans and instituted reforms to
the traveler screening process at United States airports. We are
supporting the open service for patriotic transgender military members
and providing better services for LGBTQI+ veterans. I am honored by the
service of the first openly gay Cabinet Secretary and the first
transgender person confirmed by the Senate and to have been able to
establish the first White House Gender Policy Council.
But there is more work to be done. That is why I continue to call on the
Congress to pass the Equality Act, which will enshrine long overdue
civil rights protections and build a better future for all LGBTQI+
Americans. We must also fight for LGBTQI+ seniors so that they can age
with dignity. And we must confront the disproportionate levels of
poverty, homelessness, and unemployment in the LGBTQI+ community.
This month, we honor the resilience of LGBTQI+ people, who are fighting
to live authentically and freely. We reaffirm our belief that LGBTQI+
rights are human rights. And we recommit to delivering protections,
safety, and equality to LGBTQI+ families so that everyone can realize
the full promise of America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month. I
call upon the people of the United States to recognize the achievements
of the LGBTQI+ community, to celebrate the great diversity of the
American people, and to wave their flags of pride high.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10410 of May 31, 2022
National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America's strength has always been rooted in our diversity. Since our
Nation's founding, generation after generation of immigrants have helped
build this country, and the prosperity and opportunity that draw so many
immigrants to America would not be possible without the contributions
and legacies of Caribbean Americans. Today, millions of Caribbean
Americans strengthen our country through their vibrant cultures,
traditions, languages, and values. In recognition of National Caribbean-
American Heritage Month, we honor the immeasurable ways Caribbean
Americans have added to our American dream.
This month, our Nation also celebrates the extraordinary leadership and
achievements of Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black American
of Jamaican heritage to hold this high office. I am also honored to
celebrate alongside brilliant and dedicated public servants of Caribbean
heritage--including Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, Secretary of
Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, and Domestic Policy Advisor Susan
Rice.
Every day, we see the invaluable contributions Caribbean American
communities have made to our country. Our Nation has seen the
persistence and character of generations of Caribbean Americans who have
fought for equity and equality despite continued discrimination and
hardship. In addition, public servants like our Nation's first Supreme
Court Justice of Puerto Rican descent, Sonia Sotomayor, and the late
General Colin Powell, the son of Jamaican immigrants and the first Black
Secretary of State, have made essential contributions to American
society and blazed new trails in service to the American people.
Caribbean American entrepreneurs, scientists, medical professionals,
teachers, artists, police officers, athletes, and contributors in every
field have also left a lasting impact on our society.
In spite of innumerable achievements and undeniable contributions, too
many Caribbean Americans continue to face systemic barriers to success.
Caribbean Americans have been impacted by systemic racism and
disparities in opportunity. My Administration has taken a whole-of-
government approach to advancing racial justice and equity in order to
begin healing those wounds and strengthening opportunity for all. We
will continue to use every tool at our disposal to ensure that every
American--no matter who they are or where they come from--has equal
access to the American dream.
During this National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we honor the
generations of Caribbean Americans who have built our Nation, shaped our
progress, and strengthened our national character.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as
National Caribbean-American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to
join in celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of Caribbean
Americans with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10411 of May 31, 2022
National Homeownership Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For many Americans, a home is more than just a residence. It is a place
that instills a sense of pride, security, and comfort that, no matter
what challenges in life arise, they have somewhere to go and call their
own. Whether owning or renting, a home is where we can live with dignity
and watch our families grow. During National Homeownership Month, we
recognize the importance of housing and reaffirm our commitment to
ensuring that everyone has a place to call home.
Every American should be able to afford to rent or own a home of their
own. Yet across the country, the price of housing--both for renters and
homebuyers--is increasing, making it harder for people to find an
affordable home. Our Nation is facing a housing shortage that is driving
up prices--and with housing prices near record highs, too many families
are unable to make other important investments, such as furthering their
education or saving for retirement.
Throughout the pandemic, my Administration has helped people who have
struggled, through no fault of their own, stay in their homes by
providing financial relief to help pay the mortgage or the rent. To
tackle the root causes of housing affordability, my Administration
released a Housing Supply Action Plan, aimed at closing the nationwide
shortfall of housing for purchase and rent in 5 years through a variety
of measures: incentivizing States and localities to create the
conditions for more housing, improving financing tools for a wider range
of housing arrangements, enhancing existing forms of financing for
housing construction, and addressing other barriers to housing supply
and affordability, such as supply chain issues due to the pandemic. My
budget also includes investments to address the critical shortage of
affordable housing and provide first-generation down payment assistance
to aspiring homeowners.
Homeownership is a major source of generational wealth for many
Americans--it is a central part of the American dream. But for too many
Americans--especially Black and Brown Americans--homeownership and the
opportunity to build and pass down wealth through it are unattainable.
Longstanding inequities in the housing system, from disinvestment to
redlining and mis-valuation of homes in communities of color, have
locked out entire generations from the American dream and the
opportunity to build generational wealth. Housing also opens up
opportunities that are tied to where one lives, and it is our shared
responsibility to ensure that everyone has equitable access to those
opportunities--from education and stable employment to quality health
care and healthy food.
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My Administration is committed to ending unlawful housing discrimination
and advancing equity for underserved communities. Toward that aim, we
have launched an aggressive effort to combat racial discrimination in
housing. I also remain committed to expanding access to homeownership
opportunities for first-time home buyers and minority homebuyers while
ensuring that Black and Brown families receive a fair appraisal for
their homes. Through the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity Action
Plan, we have developed the most wide-ranging set of Federal reforms in
history to ensure that the color of a person's skin does not determine
the value of their home.
As we mark National Homeownership Month, we recognize the importance of
housing for all Americans. Whether owning, renting, or aspiring to do
either, we renew our commitment to lowering costs and expanding access
to safe, affordable homes that all Americans need and deserve. Together,
we can ensure that every American has a safe place to call home.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as
National Homeownership Month. I call upon the people of this Nation to
safeguard the American Dream by ensuring that everyone has access to an
affordable home in a community of their choice.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10412 of May 31, 2022
National Immigrant Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The United States is a Nation of immigrants--shaped by the courageous
people from around the world who leave their homes, lives, and loved
ones to seek refuge and opportunity on our shores. Their sacrifices and
entrepreneurial spirit have contributed to the rich tapestry that has
defined the character of our country for generations. Since our
founding, the very idea of America as a Nation of limitless
possibilities has been nurtured and advanced by immigrants. During
National Immigrant Heritage Month, we honor the contributions of
immigrants to our great Nation and celebrate their profound impact.
Immigrants fuel our economy and work in every profession, including
health care, public service, law, education, engineering, construction,
caregiving, manufacturing, service, agriculture, and countless other
industries. They create new businesses, small and large, and generate
millions of jobs in America. They are essential workers, providing
critical services during COVID-19 and serving on the frontlines of
research for vaccines and treatments. Immigrants have also helped the
United States lead the world
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in science, technology, and innovation while contributing to the arts,
culture, and government. They bring new traditions, customs, and
perspectives that keep American innovation dynamic.
My Administration is committed to ensuring that our immigration system
is accessible and humane. I have called on the Congress to pass long-
overdue legislation to comprehensively reform our immigration system.
Through multiple Executive Orders, I have also directed agencies across
the Federal Government to remove barriers that improperly impede access
to immigration benefits and to assure fair and timely adjudication of
those benefits.
An important part of our commitment is recognizing that, too often,
immigrants face discrimination, xenophobia, and violence. Hate and fear
are being given too much oxygen by those who pretend to love America but
do not understand America. To confront the dangerous ideology of hate
requires caring about all people--including our Nation's immigrants.
After all, the fundamental promise of America is that all of us are
created equal and deserve to be treated equally throughout our lives. As
a Nation, we have never fully lived up to that promise, but we have
never walked away from it either. That is why my Administration will
continue to use every tool at our disposal to ensure that all immigrants
feel safe, valued, and respected.
The United States has long been a refuge for those seeking safe haven.
In the wake of World War II, we opened our doors to hundreds of
thousands fleeing the devastation in Europe and the horrors of the
Holocaust. After the Vietnam War and other conflicts in Southeast Asia,
we formed the United States Refugee Admissions Program, which has
welcomed more than 3 million people fleeing persecution and war since
1980. More recently, we welcomed tens of thousands of Afghans and their
families who served honorably alongside American forces, and we are now
welcoming thousands of Ukrainians fleeing Russia's invasion. My
Administration continues to extend Temporary Protected Status for
vulnerable migrant populations throughout the world who cannot safely
return to their countries of origin. Furthermore, my Administration is
committed to promoting naturalization and breaking down barriers to
United States citizenship for all eligible candidates--a promise that
honors our Nation's values and makes us more secure and prosperous.
When someone becomes a United States citizen, it gives them the
opportunity to fully participate in and contribute their unique talents
to our American story. Each generation of immigrants has made our Nation
stronger and reaffirmed that diversity is--and always has been--our
greatest strength. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, we honor our
immigrants and recommit to remaining a country worthy of their dreams
and aspirations, a Nation true to our enduring values, and a democracy
that forever stands as a beacon of hope to the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as
National Immigrant Heritage Month. I call upon the people of the United
States to learn more about the history of our Nation's diverse and
varied immigrant communities and to observe this month with appropriate
programming and activities that remind us of the values of diversity,
equity, and inclusion.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10413 of May 31, 2022
National Ocean Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From the air we breathe to the food we eat, our magnificent ocean
touches every aspect of our lives. It helps regulate the climate,
supports millions of jobs, and serves as a place for exploration,
commerce, and recreation. As it sustains and connects us, the ocean is
woven into the cultures of local and Indigenous coastal and island
communities. During National Ocean Month, we celebrate the beauty and
bounty of our ocean and reaffirm our commitment to protecting and
conserving our marine environments for a sustainable future.
Fifty years ago, our Nation enacted laws that created a robust
foundation for environmental protection: the Clean Water Act, the
Coastal Zone Management Act, the Marine Mammal Protection Act, and the
National Marine Sanctuaries Act. Through these laws, we have protected
our coastlines, safeguarded marine wildlife, sustained fisheries, and
improved water quality. Today, the United States is a global leader in
protecting and using precious marine resources in a responsible and
sustainable way--but there is still more work to be done.
Earlier this year, my Administration released a sobering report on sea
level rise caused by climate change. Addressing this issue requires
collaboration and commitment. Working with State, Tribal, Territorial,
and local partners, we will co-develop ocean-based climate solutions,
including the United States Ocean-Climate Action Plan, which will help
us mitigate and adapt to the effects of the climate crisis. To guide our
understanding of the ocean, coasts, and climate change, we must also
invest in science and solutions that recognize and elevate Indigenous
and local knowledge.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a critical step forward in
providing resources to enhance ocean and coastal observation, mapping,
and forecasting--tools that will greatly improve the resilience of our
coastal infrastructure and shorelines. The Natural Capital Accounts and
National Nature Assessment I announced on Earth Day will also help us
understand the ocean's value to our economy, health, climate, and
national security. My Administration is developing a National Ocean Plan
to develop the ocean economy and create good-paying American jobs while
protecting vital marine ecosystems. Toward that aim, we are already
deploying offshore wind energy and joining international initiatives to
manage the planet's ocean equitably and sustainably.
We are also working to restore coastal habitats and ecosystems with
nature-based solutions that protect coastal communities from flooding
and storms.
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These investments go hand-in-hand with my Administration's America the
Beautiful Initiative, which set a national goal to voluntarily conserve
and restore at least 30 percent of United States lands and waters by
2030.
In taking these steps, we recognize that access to our ocean and its
benefits have not always been equally distributed. Communities of color,
Indigenous communities, and low-income communities have often been shut
out from ocean-related opportunities while shouldering disproportionate
climate burdens. My Administration is committed to delivering climate
justice, expanding access to ocean opportunities, and diversifying ocean
workforces.
During National Ocean Month, as we celebrate the beauty and power of our
ocean, let us remember our shared responsibility to protect and preserve
it. Together, let us recommit to caring for our ocean and enhancing its
economic and ecological sustainability for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2022 as
National Ocean Month. I call upon Americans to take action to protect,
conserve, and restore our ocean and coasts.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10414 of June 6, 2022
Declaration of Emergency and Authorization for Temporary Extensions of
Time and Duty-Free Importation of Solar Cells and Modules From Southeast
Asia
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Electricity is an essential part of modern life that powers homes,
business, and industry. It is critical to the function of major sectors
of the economy, including hospitals, schools, public transportation
systems, and the defense industrial base. Even isolated interruptions in
electric service can have catastrophic health and economic consequences.
A robust and reliable electric power system is therefore not only a
basic human necessity, but is also critical to national security and
national defense.
Multiple factors are threatening the ability of the United States to
provide sufficient electricity generation to serve expected customer
demand. These factors include disruptions to energy markets caused by
Russia's invasion of Ukraine and extreme weather events exacerbated by
climate change. For example, in parts of the country, drought conditions
coupled with heatwaves are simultaneously causing projected electricity
supply shortfalls and record electricity demand. As a result, the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the North American Electric
Reliability Corporation
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have both warned of near-term electricity reliability concerns in their
recent summer reliability assessments.
In order to ensure electric resource adequacy, utilities and grid
operators must engage in advance planning to build new capacity now to
serve expected customer demand. Solar energy is among the fastest
growing sources of new electric generation in the United States.
Utilities and grid operators are increasingly relying on new solar
installations to ensure that there are sufficient resources on the grid
to maintain reliable service. Additions of solar capacity and batteries
were expected to account for over half of new electric sector capacity
in 2022 and 2023. The unavailability of solar cells and modules
jeopardizes those planned additions, which in turn threatens the
availability of sufficient electricity generation capacity to serve
expected customer demand. Electricity produced through solar energy is
also critical to reducing our dependence on electricity produced by the
burning of fossil fuels, which drives climate change. The Department of
Defense has recognized climate change as a threat to our national
security.
In recent years, the vast majority of solar modules installed in the
United States were imported, with those from Southeast Asia making up
approximately three-quarters of imported modules in 2020. Recently,
however, the United States has been unable to import solar modules in
sufficient quantities to ensure solar capacity additions necessary to
achieve our climate and clean energy goals, ensure electricity grid
resource adequacy, and help combat rising energy prices. This acute
shortage of solar modules and module components has abruptly put at risk
near-term solar capacity additions that could otherwise have the
potential to help ensure the sufficiency of electricity generation to
meet customer demand. Roughly half of the domestic deployment of solar
modules that had been anticipated over the next year is currently in
jeopardy as a result of insufficient supply. Across the country, solar
projects are being postponed or canceled.
The Federal Government is working with the private sector to promote the
expansion of domestic solar manufacturing capacity, including our
capacity to manufacture modules and other inputs in the solar supply
chain, but building that capacity will take time. Immediate action is
needed to ensure in the interim that the United States has access to a
sufficient supply of solar modules to assist in meeting our electricity
generation needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States,
by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the
United States of America, including by section 318(a) of the Tariff Act
of 1930, as amended, 19 U.S.C. 1318(a), do hereby declare an emergency
to exist with respect to the threats to the availability of sufficient
electricity generation capacity to meet expected customer demand.
Pursuant to this declaration, I hereby direct as follows:
Section 1. Emergency Authority. (a) To provide additional authority to
the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) to respond to the emergency herein
declared, the authority under section 1318(a) of title 19, United States
Code, is invoked and made available, according to its terms, to the
Secretary.
(b) To provide relief from the emergency, the Secretary shall
consider taking appropriate action under section 1318(a) of title 19,
United States Code, to permit, until 24 months after the date of this
proclamation or until the emergency declared herein has terminated,
whichever occurs first, under such regulations and under such conditions
as the Secretary may
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prescribe, the importation, free of the collection of duties and
estimated duties, if applicable, under sections 1671, 1673, 1675, and
1677j of title 19, United States Code, of certain solar cells and
modules, exported from the Kingdom of Cambodia, Malaysia, the Kingdom of
Thailand, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and that are not
already subject to an antidumping or countervailing duty order as of the
date of this proclamation, and to temporarily extend during the course
of the emergency the time therein prescribed for the performance of any
act related to such imports.
(c) The Secretary shall consult with the Secretary of the Treasury
and the Secretary of Homeland Security, or their designees, before
exercising, as invoked and made available under this proclamation, any
of the authorities set forth in section 1318(a) of title 19, United
States Code.
Sec. 2. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this proclamation shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This proclamation shall be implemented consistent with
applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This proclamation is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of June,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10415 of June 10, 2022
Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress passed a resolution adopting
a flag for our new Nation--the United States of America. The resolution
specified 13 alternating red and white stripes with 13 stars on a blue
field. The stars represented the colonies that declared independence,
and in the years since, they have grown into 50 United States which
comprise our great country today. For centuries, mariners looked to the
stars to guide them across the seas, just as Americans and people across
the globe look to our flag as a guiding symbol of freedom, opportunity,
and hope. On Flag Day and during National Flag Week, we celebrate the
journey of progress represented in our banner and pay tribute to the
inspiration it gives Americans at home and abroad.
Our flag belongs to all Americans, and its red, white, and blue colors
are woven into a rich tapestry of different cultures, backgrounds, and
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which connects us and honors our shared history. Old Glory has flown
around the world in times of war and in times of peace. It has traveled
to the Moon and to Mars. It has sailed on ships and flown on planes. It
waves high above the White House, courthouses, post offices, schools,
and homes across the Nation, and also above our embassies and military
bases overseas--an enduring beacon of democracy.
From the Revolutionary War to the modern age, American Service members
have fought bravely under the symbol of our flag, and those who give the
last full measure of devotion are wrapped in its broad stripes and
bright stars as they are laid to rest. We honor those who serve our
country in uniform and pay homage to those who have made that ultimate
sacrifice.
Every day, the American Flag instills pride--reminding us of the ideals
upon which our Nation was founded and the values for which we stand. As
we pledge our allegiance to the Star-Spangled Banner, and the legacy it
holds in our history, let us continue the work of perfecting our Union
so that, together, we can deliver the promise of America for all
Americans.
To commemorate the adoption of our flag, the Congress, by joint
resolution approved August 3, 1949, as amended (63 Stat. 492),
designated June 14 of each year as ``Flag Day'' and requested the
President issue an annual proclamation calling for its observance and
for the display of the flag of the United States on all Federal
Government buildings. The Congress also requested, by joint resolution
approved June 9, 1966, as amended (80 Stat. 194), that the President
issue annually a proclamation designating the week in which June 14
occurs as ``National Flag Week'' and calling upon all citizens of the
United States to display the flag during that week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim June 14, 2022, as Flag Day, and the week
starting June 12, 2022, as National Flag Week. I direct the appropriate
officials to display the flag on all Federal Government buildings during
this week, and I urge all Americans to observe Flag Day and National
Flag Week by displaying the flag and honoring all of our brave service
members and revering those who gave their last full measure of devotion
defending our freedoms. I encourage the people of the United States to
observe with pride and all due ceremony those days from Flag Day through
Independence Day, set aside by the Congress (89 Stat. 211), as a time to
honor the American spirit, to celebrate our history and the foundational
values we strive to uphold, and to publicly recite the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of June,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10416 of June 14, 2022
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
It is more vital than ever that we ensure our older adults can age with
the dignity, security, and appreciation that every person deserves.
Honoring and respecting older Americans is a matter of basic human
dignity and justice--it is part of the character of our Nation. Yet
every year, many Americans aged 60 and older experience abuse and
neglect. On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we join the international
community to raise awareness and help end elder abuse here at home and
across the world.
Elder abuse takes many forms, such as financial, emotional, physical,
and sexual harm, including intimate partner violence in later life. It
often comes in the form of neglect, abandonment, or exploitation. It is
estimated that approximately 1 in 10 elderly Americans are abused
annually. However, many of those who are abused suffer in silence, and
many cases are never reported or brought to light. In the past few
years, while the pandemic isolated all of us to different extents, it
especially exacerbated the isolation felt by too many older adults. All
of us have a role to play in preventing elder abuse and ensuring that
our Nation's seniors are able to age with dignity. With a majority of
elder abuse victims being women, my Administration is focused
particularly on improving our support for all women and preventing and
addressing gender-based violence that impacts older adults both
domestically and abroad.
We must remain steadfast in our commitment to preventing elder abuse. My
Administration allotted $178 million through the American Rescue Plan
and the COVID-19 recovery bill to improve and strengthen the work of
Adult Protective Services (APS). Additionally, my budget proposal for
2023 would provide ongoing support for APS and State Long-Term Care
Ombudsman programs. Our comprehensive, collaborative efforts to respond
to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation include initiatives to reform
guardianship, support adult decision-making, crack down on scammers and
fraudsters, and empower victims of exploitation. Our commitment to
supporting survivors of all ages is reflected in the reauthorization of
the Violence Against Women Act, which includes dedicated Federal funds
to support survivor service providers, law enforcement, and prosecutors
working to respond to domestic and sexual violence experienced by older
adults.
As we continue to build a better America, we must ensure that we bring
everyone along. That is why my Administration is committed to
safeguarding the rights of those who live in retirement and shared
residential settings. I have called on the Congress to deliver
significant reforms to improve the safety and quality of care in our
Nation's nursing homes. Recognizing the critical work of caregivers, I
have also proposed measures to create a strong and well-compensated
caregiving workforce to advance the well-being of our Nation's older
adults. By ensuring a high quality of life and care for older Americans,
we can support every community and honor the dignity of every person.
On this World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, let us recommit to delivering
all older Americans the promise of a comfortable and peaceful life with
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dignity. Let us reaffirm our commitment to a world free from the scourge
of abuse and neglect. Let us join the world in celebrating the essential
role older adults play in our lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 15, 2022, as
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. I encourage all Americans to be
diligent, work together to strengthen existing partnerships, and develop
new opportunities to improve our Nation's prevention and response to
elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10417 of June 17, 2022
Father's Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every year on Father's Day, we honor the men who help shape our
character through their love, guidance, and devotion. Dads and father
figures across the country sacrifice so much to support their families
and to ensure that their children can lead fulfilling lives.
I remember my own father, who instilled in me some of the most important
values that guide me to this day. He taught me to treat all people with
dignity, and that there is no higher calling than to be a good parent.
He informed the way that I raised my own children--and how they continue
to raise theirs. Just like my father, dads all over our country help
teach their kids a sense of right and wrong that stays with them their
entire lives. We owe these wonderful fathers a great deal of respect and
gratitude.
For many of us, Father's Day is an opportunity to pause and remember the
fathers, stepfathers, father figures, grandfathers, brothers, and
children that we have lost--but who are never gone. Too many of us know
a dad who was lost too soon or a father who has lost a child. The pain
runs deep, but we draw strength from knowing that our loved ones will
always remain with us.
Like so many Americans, I am thankful for the precious time I have had
both as a son and as a father. The unique challenges of the last few
years have reminded us to cherish the time we have with our dads--
learning more from them, showing them more gratitude, and showering them
with more love.
My Administration is dedicated to supporting our Nation's fathers and
families. We provided historic funding to help parents access child care
during the pandemic, and we continue to fight for lower costs and higher
quality child care for the long term. We are working to ensure that
parents can access paid leave as they welcome a new child or care for a
sick loved one.
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Additionally, we are working tirelessly for safer communities so that
all fathers can raise their children in flourishing neighborhoods. From
my own personal experience as a single dad, I know how critical support
is when raising a family. That is why we remain committed to helping
single parents ensure that their children have equal opportunities to
thrive.
On Father's Day, we pay tribute to the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and
father figures who lift us up on their shoulders so that we can reach
our full potential. We express our gratitude for all that they sacrifice
on our behalf. We honor the contributions they make every day to
strengthen their families and our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, in accordance with a joint resolution of the Congress
approved April 24, 1972, as amended (36 U.S.C. 109) do hereby proclaim
June 19, 2022, as Father's Day. I direct the appropriate officials of
the Government to display the flag of the United States on all
Government buildings on this day. Let us honor our fathers, living and
deceased, and show them the love and gratitude they deserve.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of
June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10418 of June 17, 2022
Juneteenth Day of Observance, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
After the Union Army captured New Orleans in 1862, slave owners in
Confederate states migrated to Texas with more than 150,000 enslaved
Black persons. For 3 years, even after President Abraham Lincoln issued
the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved Black Americans in Texas
remained in brutal bondage, immorally and illegally deprived of their
freedom and basic dignity. On June 19, 1865--over 2 years after
President Lincoln declared all enslaved persons free--Major General
Gordon Granger and Union Army troops marched to Galveston, Texas, to
enforce the Emancipation Proclamation and free the last enslaved Black
Americans in Texas.
Those who were freed from bondage celebrated their long-overdue
emancipation on June 19. Today, our Nation commemorates Juneteenth: a
chance to celebrate human freedom, reflect on the grievous and ongoing
legacy of slavery, and rededicate ourselves to rooting out the systemic
racism that continues to plague our society as we strive to deliver the
full promise of America to every American.
This Juneteenth, we are freshly reminded that the poisonous ideology of
racism has not yet been defeated--it only hides. Our Nation continues to
mourn the 10 lives senselessly taken in Buffalo, New York, and grieve
for the families who have lost a piece of their soul. As we confront the
awful reality of yet another gunman massacring innocent people in the
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hatred, racism, and fear, we must meet this moment with renewed resolve.
We must stand together against white supremacy and show that bigotry and
hate have no safe harbor in America.
Juneteenth is a day to reflect on both bondage and freedom--a day of
both pain and purpose. It is, in equal measure, a remembrance of both
the long, hard night of slavery and subjugation, as well as a
celebration of the promise of a brighter morning to come. On Juneteenth,
we remember our extraordinary capacity to heal, to hope, and to emerge
from our worst moments as a stronger, freer, and more just Nation. It is
also a day to celebrate the power and resilience of Black Americans, who
have endured generations of oppression in the ongoing journey toward
equal justice, equal dignity, equal rights, and equal opportunity in
America.
Last year, I was proud to sign bipartisan legislation establishing
Juneteenth as our newest Federal holiday, so that all Americans can feel
the power of this day, learn from our history, celebrate our progress,
and recognize and engage in the work that continues. Great nations do
not ignore their most painful moments--they face them. We grow stronger
as a country when we honestly confront our past injustices, including
the profound suffering and injustice wrought by slavery and generations
of segregation and discrimination against Black Americans. To heal, we
must remember. We must never rest until the promise of our Nation is
made real for all Americans.
The emancipation of enslaved Black Americans was not the end of our
Nation's work to deliver on the promise of equality--it was only the
beginning. On Juneteenth, we recommit to our shared work to ensure
racial justice, equity, and equality in America. We commemorate the
centuries of struggle and progress led by abolitionists, educators,
civil rights advocates, lawyers, activists, trade unionists, religious
leaders, public officials, and everyday Americans who have brought our
Nation closer to fulfilling its promise.
As my good friend, the late Congressman Elijah Cummings, said, ``Our
children are the living messengers we send to a future we will never
see.'' Together as a Nation, let us continue our work together to build
a country we are all proud to pass along to our children--one where the
foundational promises and ideals of America ring true for every child
and every family.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 19, 2022, as
Juneteenth Day of Observance. I call upon the people of the United
States to acknowledge and condemn the history of slavery in our Nation
and recognize how the impact of America's original sin remains. I call
on every American to celebrate the emancipation of all Black Americans
and commit together to eradicate systemic racism and inequity that can
never be tolerated and must always be fought against.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of
June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10419 of June 22, 2022
50th Anniversary of the Federal Pell Grant Program
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For 50 years, the Federal Pell Grant program has been the cornerstone of
our Nation's efforts to create a financial pathway for tens of millions
of low- and middle-income students to attend college. Established by the
Congress in 1972 and named after former United States Senator from Rhode
Island Claiborne Pell, a champion of higher education with whom I served
in the United States Senate, Pell Grants are awarded to students based
exclusively on their financial need. Since the program's creation, Pell
Grants have helped more than 80 million students attend college and
pursue their dreams.
Today, Pell Grants form the foundation of many students' financial
assistance packages--especially for students of color. As the single
largest source of grants for postsecondary education, Pell Grants were
awarded to more than one-third of undergraduate students last academic
year.
My Administration is committed to ensuring that higher education is
equitable, accessible, and affordable for every student across the
country. That is why, earlier this year, I signed a bill that includes
the largest Pell Grant increase in over a decade. My Fiscal Year 2023
Budget calls for another historic increase in Pell Grants for academic
year 2023-2024 and would double the maximum Pell Grants provided by
2029. Together, these investments will make it possible for more
students from all backgrounds to pursue a postsecondary education that
prepares them for quality employment and helps our Nation compete in the
21st century.
My Administration has also significantly expanded the Second Chance Pell
Initiative, which enables students who are incarcerated to receive this
critical grant aid so they can participate in postsecondary education
programs, supporting their success and helping them make greater
contributions to society upon their release. First established in 2015
by the Obama-Biden Administration, the Initiative has expanded under my
Administration to 73 additional schools, providing access to education
to thousands of additional students, reducing recidivism rates, and
improving public safety. This will help the Department of Education
prepare for the full expansion of Pell Grant eligibility to incarcerated
students in July 2023.
On this 50th anniversary, our Nation pays tribute to the importance of
Federal Pell Grants and the opportunities they afford millions of
students across our Nation. Today, let us recommit to expanding access
to quality education so that all of our citizens are empowered to
achieve their professional goals and contribute to the success and
prosperity of America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 23, 2022, as
the 50th Anniversary of the Federal Pell Grant Program. I call upon all
Americans to observe this milestone and to recognize the significant
contribution Pell Grants have made to strengthen our Nation's prosperity
by making a college education more available to all of our children.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day
of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10420 of June 27, 2022
Increasing Duties on Certain Articles From the Russian Federation
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. On April 8, 2022, I signed the Suspending Normal Trade Relations with
Russia and Belarus Act (19 U.S.C. 2434 note) (Suspending NTR Act).
Section 3(a) of the Suspending NTR Act suspended nondiscriminatory
tariff treatment for products of the Russian Federation and of the
Republic of Belarus, and imposed the rates of duty set forth in column 2
of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) on all
products of the Russian Federation and of the Republic of Belarus,
effective as of April 9, 2022. Section 3(b)(1) of the Suspending NTR Act
provides that the President may proclaim increases in the column 2 rates
of duty applicable to products of the Russian Federation and of the
Republic of Belarus.
2. On April 8, 2022, I signed the Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act
(22 U.S.C. 8923 note). Section 2 of the Ending Importation of Russian
Oil Act prohibits imports of all products of the Russian Federation
classified under chapter 27 of the HTSUS, in a manner consistent with
any implementation actions issued under Executive Order 14066 of March
8, 2022.
3. In Executive Order 14066 of March 8, 2022, I prohibited, inter alia,
importation into the United States of the following products of Russian
Federation origin: crude oil; petroleum; petroleum fuels, oils, and
products of their distillation; liquefied natural gas; coal; and coal
products.
4. In Executive Order 14068 of March 11, 2022, I prohibited, inter alia,
the importation into the United States of the following products of
Russian Federation origin: fish, seafood, and preparations thereof;
alcoholic beverages; and non-industrial diamonds.
5. In accordance with section 3(b)(1) of the Suspending NTR Act, I have
determined that increasing the column 2 rates of duty to 35 percent ad
valorem on certain other products of the Russian Federation, the
importation of which has not already been prohibited, is warranted and
consistent with the foreign policy interests of the United States. These
products are listed in Annex A to this proclamation. The United States
will monitor the implementation of the increased duties, and I may
revisit this determination, as appropriate.
6. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the HTSUS the substance of
statutes affecting import treatment, and actions thereunder, including
the removal,
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modification, continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other
import restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 3 of the
Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act; section
301 of title 3, United States Code; and section 604 of the Trade Act of
1974, as amended, do hereby proclaim as follows:
(1) To increase the column 2 rates of duty on imports of certain
articles of the Russian Federation as set forth in paragraph 5 of this
proclamation, HTSUS heading 9903.90.08 and new U.S. Note 30 to
subchapter III of chapter 99 of the HTSUS are provided for in Annex A to
this proclamation.
(2) The modifications to the HTSUS made by clause 1 of this
proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered for
consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after
12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on the day that is 30 days after the
date of this proclamation and shall continue in effect, unless such
actions are expressly reduced, modified, or terminated.
(3) General Note 3(b) to the HTSUS is amended to add the Republic of
Belarus and the Russian Federation to the list of countries subject to
column 2 duties. This amendment is provided in Annex B to this
proclamation.
(4) Any provision of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that is inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation is
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10421 of July 5, 2022
Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Highland Park, Illinois
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of gun
violence perpetrated on our Independence Day, July 4, 2022, in Highland
Park, Illinois, by the authority vested in me as President of the United
States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America,
I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at
half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds,
at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of
the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the
United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 9,
2022. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the
same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular
offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities
and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of July,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10422 of July 8, 2022
Death of Abe Shinzo
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The longest serving Prime Minister in Japan's history, Abe Shinzo was a
proud servant of the Japanese people and a faithful friend to the United
States. He worked with American Presidents of both parties to deepen the
Alliance between our nations and advance a common vision for a free and
open Indo-Pacific. Even in the moment he was attacked and killed, he was
engaged in the work of democracy, to which he dedicated his life.
As a mark of respect for the memory of Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister
of Japan, by the authority vested in me as President of the United
States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America,
I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at
half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds,
at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of
the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the
United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 10,
2022. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the
same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular
offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities
and naval vessels and stations.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of July,
in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10423 of July 15, 2022
Captive Nations Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America has firmly set its sights on the ideals of freedom, democracy,
equality, liberty, and justice for all. We have never fully lived up to
that founding promise, but we have never walked away from it either.
These core values have also moved us to support people around the
world--especially those who live under oppressive regimes--so that they
can freely exercise their rights. As a long-standing democracy, the
United States carries a responsibility to show the world how
representative governance delivers benefits for all people. During
Captive Nations Week, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting and
amplifying the voices of the courageous individuals around the world who
are striving to advance the universal principles of freedom, democracy,
justice, and the rule of law while living under oppression.
Today, defending democracy is more vital and more urgent than ever.
Around the world, we bear witness to alarming trends--autocratic nations
brutally invading the territory of their neighbors, backsliding of
democratic values, intrusive digital surveillance, widespread human
rights abuses, and increasing acts of transnational repression. These
practices and policies imperil the essential work of activists,
journalists, and defenders of human rights, and they oppress average
citizens. Increasingly, repressive regimes in Russia, Iran, Belarus,
Syria, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, the Democratic People's Republic of
Korea, the People's Republic of China, and elsewhere are seeking to
subjugate not only those within their own borders but also those in
other countries. They reach across borders to surveil, harass, threaten,
and even kill human rights defenders, media workers, and civilians in
other sovereign nations. It is an outrage and an affront to the rules-
based order that underwrites international peace and security. The
world's democracies must stand together and show the strength of our
resolve to put an end to these injustices.
With the first Summit for Democracy in December 2021 and the ongoing
Year of Action, the United States launched an effort to bring together
governments around the world to counter authoritarianism, defend
democracy, and safeguard the human rights and fundamental freedoms that
foster peace, security, and prosperity. Collectively, we are working to
bolster sustainable and independent media, protect and support civil
society, and insist on the rule of law and accountability for those who
commit abuses.
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As Russia relentlessly wages its brutal and unprovoked war against the
people of Ukraine, our Nation has led a global response to hold Russia
accountable and denounce its inhumanity and its contempt for
international law. We honor the valor and sacrifice of the people of
Ukraine, who have reminded the world through their courage of the
universal yearning for freedom. We will continue to stand with them as
they defend their country, their liberty, and their democracy.
During Captive Nations Week, we stand in solidarity with the brave human
rights and pro-democracy advocates around the world--many of whom risk
their lives each day to protect the rights of others. We remain
committed to ensuring that all those who are oppressed around the globe
are heard, supported, and protected.
May Captive Nations Week reinvigorate our efforts to live up to our
ideals by championing justice, dignity, and freedom for all.
The Congress, by joint resolution approved July 17, 1959 (73 Stat. 212),
has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation
designating the third week of July of each year as ``Captive Nations
Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 17 through
July 23, 2022, as Captive Nations Week. I call upon all Americans to
reaffirm our commitment to championing those around the world who are
working, often at great personal risk, to secure liberty and justice for
all.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10424 of July 15, 2022
National Atomic Veterans Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Atomic Veterans Day, we recognize the brave service of
America's Atomic Veterans. We renew our commitment to supporting Atomic
Veterans and to preserving their stories, so that Americans will always
remember both their crucial role in our history and our aspiration for a
world without nuclear weapons.
The military personnel who participated in nuclear testing between 1945
and 1962, served in the Armed Forces in or around Hiroshima and Nagasaki
through mid-1946, or were held as prisoners of war in or near Hiroshima
or Nagasaki stand among our bravest heroes. Many of these veterans
stepped forward to defend our democratic values and helped to end the
deadliest conflict in history. Yet, despite their service in uniform,
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Veterans were prevented from discussing the nature of their service--
including with their families. Although many Atomic Veterans developed
serious health conditions due to radiation exposure, they were unable to
seek medical care or disability compensation from the Department of
Veterans Affairs (VA) for injuries and diseases associated with their
exposure.
Decades later, when the United States Congress repealed the Nuclear
Radiation and Secrecy Agreements Act, veterans exposed to radiation
through their service-related activities were finally able to break
their silence and qualify for select VA benefits and services.
Tragically, many Atomic Veterans passed away without ever receiving the
health care they deserved and without their families knowing the true
extent of their service.
Our Nation has many obligations, but only one sacred obligation: to
prepare and equip the troops that we send into harm's way and to care
for them when they return home, as well as their families, caregivers,
and survivors. For far too long, our Nation failed in our sacred
obligation to our Atomic Veterans. It is a mistake our country must
never repeat. I am committed to ensuring that all of our Nation's
veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors have timely
access to the services, medical care, and benefits that they deserve--
including addressing the health effects of exposures to environmental
toxins and harmful substances, such as the toxic fumes from burn pits.
Since taking office, we have made several improvements to how we
identify and address potential service-connected conditions, and the
First Lady and I are personally committed to ensuring that all our
veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors receive the
benefits and services they have earned.
On National Atomic Veterans Day, we honor the Atomic Veterans who
sacrificed on behalf our Nation. Our Atomic Veterans are patriots, and
their bravery and service will always be remembered.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 16, 2022, as
National Atomic Veterans Day. I call upon all Americans to observe this
day with appropriate ceremonies and activities that honor our Nation's
Atomic Veterans whose brave service and sacrifice played an important
role in the defense of our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10425 of July 22, 2022
Made in America Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Made in America Week, we celebrate American workers, the products
they make, the services they provide, and the incredible impact they
have on our Nation's economy. Across the world, ``Made in America'' is a
badge of quality, and this week we honor the proud legacy and promising
future of American goods, services, jobs, and innovation--the collective
engine of American prosperity.
The COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis it caused, as well as
Vladimir Putin's unjustified and unprovoked war on Ukraine, have
underscored the importance of a strong and secure domestic industrial
base. We have seen in recent years that when goods made overseas become
unavailable or exorbitantly costly, American families feel the pain. For
years, ``Buy American'' was a hollow slogan--too many goods and services
paid for by American taxpayers were outsourced abroad at the expense of
American jobs. In my Administration, ``Buy American'' is an ironclad
promise--and we have taken bold action to make it real.
During my first year in office, we created more manufacturing jobs on
average per month than any other President has in the last 50 years.
Businesses are investing in American manufacturing and creating
thousands of good-paying union jobs to meet the demands of our modern
economy and rebuild that economy around working people. We are creating
more opportunity for workers and businesses who have too often been
overlooked by investing in racial, gender, and geographic diversity for
industries across the country.
The Federal Government is the largest buyer of consumer goods in the
world. To ensure that we are investing in American products, I recently
announced a procurement rule that strengthens Buy American provisions by
increasing the Made in America content threshold from 55 percent to 75
percent so that goods have to be truly made in America to be considered
``Made in America.'' This represents the biggest change to the Buy
American Act in almost 70 years. I also named our Nation's first-ever
Made in America Director to serve in a high-level White House role. I
continue to call on the Congress to pass the Bipartisan Innovation Act
so that we can create more resilient domestic supply chains and unleash
the next generation of American innovation for the industries and jobs
of the future.
The historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is critical to advancing our
Made in America agenda. We are rebuilding our Nation's roads, bridges,
ports, airports, and so much more. We are constructing a national
network of 500,000 electric vehicle chargers installed by union workers
on highways and in communities across America. We are ensuring that
every American has clean drinking water. We are creating good-paying
union jobs, revitalizing American manufacturing, and positioning the
United States to continue to lead throughout the 21st century.
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In addition, we are leveraging a federally funded national network--the
Manufacturing Extension Partnership--to help Government agencies connect
with new suppliers across the country, including Black, Brown, and
Native American-owned small businesses, which have often been excluded
from these opportunities. My Administration also launched
MadeInAmerica.gov to help American businesses in every community
identify available government contracts, and we created a Made in
America Council to help ensure that our future is made in all of America
by all of America's workers.
A vibrant domestic industrial base is key to building an economy that
works for working people and advancing America's global leadership with
American manufacturers and workers at the forefront. During Made in
America Week, let us celebrate everything that is Made in America and
the workers, businesses, and innovators who are the driving force behind
their success. America is the most innovative country in the world, and
together, we will build a competitive economy for the future right here
at home.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 24 through
July 30, 2022, as Made in America Week. I call upon all Americans to
observe this week by supporting American workers and domestic businesses
that are the backbone of building a future here in America and
celebrating Made in America.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day
of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-second, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10426 of July 25, 2022
Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On July 26, 1990, with the signing into law of the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA), our Nation created the world's first
comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities.
Since that time, this landmark legislation has been a driving force in
moving America closer to the promise of equal opportunity, full
participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for the
61 million individuals with disabilities in our country. The ADA
prohibits disability discrimination by State and local governments;
provides standards for access to places of public accommodation;
protects people with disabilities from discrimination in the workplace;
and ensures equal access to health care, social services,
transportation, and telecommunications. But even more than that, it
enshrines the idea--central to the spirit of our Nation--that all of us
are deserving of equal dignity, respect, and opportunity.
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I was enormously proud to co-sponsor the ADA when I served in the United
States Senate, and over the past 32 years, I have seen firsthand how it
has improved the lives of countless Americans. Because of the ADA,
generations of people with disabilities have grown up with the assurance
that they are accorded the same rights and chances as their non-disabled
peers--and our communities, our economy, and our country are all
stronger as a result.
Despite the progress we have made through the years, our work is far
from over. Many individuals still face barriers to inclusion and
equitable access in our society. That is why advancing equity and equal
opportunity for people with disabilities has been a priority of mine
since taking office. My Administration has made sure that the Department
of Justice has the resources it needs to vigorously enforce the Supreme
Court's decision in Olmstead v. L.C. We are working to expand access to
the integrated, long-term services and supports that make it possible
for disabled individuals to live and thrive in their communities,
including significant funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to
improve accessibility for people with disabilities. We are connecting
disabled Americans to affordable accessible housing. My Administration
is also working to expand opportunities for employment for people with
disabilities and providing resources so that employers can make their
workplaces more inclusive.
I also remain committed to ensuring that all children and educators have
the resources they need to thrive in the classroom. That is why the
American Rescue Plan provided $3 billion for disabled students to
receive equitable, high-quality, and inclusive services. My
Administration has also developed guidance to help children with
disabilities who were disproportionately impacted by remote learning
return to school safely.
As my Administration continues its work to address the COVID-19
pandemic, we recognize the long-standing health disparities and systemic
discrimination faced by the disabled community. The pandemic has had an
especially significant impact on the lives and independence of Americans
with disabilities and has also been the cause of disability for many
individuals.
As we celebrate the legacy of the ADA, let us take this opportunity to
reflect on the progress we have made and renew our commitment to
achieving the ADA's full promise of advancing disability equity,
dignity, access, and inclusion.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 26, 2022, the
Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. I encourage
Americans to celebrate the 32nd year of this defining moment in Civil
Rights law and the essential contributions of individuals with
disabilities for our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10427 of July 26, 2022
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In June of 1950, the United States answered the call to defend freedom
abroad by joining the Republic of Korea in its fight against the
communist regime in North Korea and eventually the People's Republic of
China. After 3 years of violent combat across the Korean peninsula, an
armistice was signed by representatives of the United States as head of
the United Nations Command, the People's Republic of China, and North
Korea. For nearly 70 years, the ensuing peace and the abiding
relationship between the Korean and American people has been the
foundation for the thriving democracy and incredible economic progress
of the Republic of Korea. During my recent visit to the Republic of
Korea, I paid tribute to those Korean troops who fought and sacrificed
shoulder-to-shoulder with Americans, along with our United Nations
counterparts, to defend their country. Today, our Nation honors those
selfless American service members whose courage and sacrifice helped
forge the armistice, the enduring Alliance between our two nations, and
a lasting legacy of freedom in the Republic of Korea.
Today, the Republic of Korea is our strong ally, a global center of
innovation, and a vibrant democracy. In Seoul, I affirmed with President
Yoon that the U.S.-ROK Alliance is stronger than ever, evolving to
maintain its role as a linchpin of peace and stability in the region and
increasingly expanding to the global stage. At Osan Air Base, I met with
some of the brave American troops and their families who are stationed
in the Republic of Korea, still serving side-by-side with our South
Korean allies and strengthening the bonds between our people.
During the Korean War, nearly 1.8 million Americans answered the call to
serve and defend the freedoms and universal values that the people of
South Korea enjoy today. They faced enormous challenges--often
outnumbered by the enemy, facing extreme heat and cold while fighting in
the mountains and valleys and in the rice paddies and rocky terrain of
the Korean Peninsula. More than 36,000 of those American service members
were killed in action, along with more than 7,000 Korean Augmentation to
the United States Army soldiers that fought with the United States Armed
Forces--sacrificing everything to defend freedom and democracy on the
Peninsula. Thousands were held in brutal captivity. Thousands remain
unaccounted for to this day. Many more service members returned home
with wounds of war, both visible and invisible. The First Lady and I are
committed to fully accounting for all of our Prisoners of War and
Missing in Action and fulfilling our sacred obligation to care for our
veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors, making sure they
receive the benefits and services they have earned.
Today and every day, we continue to remember our Nation's Korean War
Veterans and honor all that they made possible through service to our
Nation and our highest ideals.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and
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the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 27, 2022, as
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day. On this day, I encourage all
Americans to reflect on the strength, sacrifices, and sense of duty of
our Korean War Veterans and bestow upon them the high honor they
deserve. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate
ceremonies and activities that honor and give thanks to our
distinguished Korean War Veterans.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10428 of August 5, 2022
National Health Center Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Over half a century ago, President Lyndon B. Johnson piloted a program
to deliver affordable primary health care to Americans who needed it
most. He helped establish community health centers in underserved areas,
making medical services accessible to people irrespective of their age,
geography, or economic status. President Johnson's philosophy was
simple: in a ``Great Society,'' no one is left behind. Today, that ideal
lives on. Health centers provide quality medical, dental, and behavioral
health care services to more than 30 million Americans each year, and
they remain a cornerstone of our public health system. During National
Health Center Week, we celebrate the vital role these health centers
play in safeguarding the well-being of Americans and honor the heroic
staff who keep these facilities running.
Health care is a right, not a privilege. Yet many people still struggle
to obtain the medical services they need. Nearly 4 million Americans
remain locked out of Medicaid expansion, and millions more find it
difficult to afford prescription drugs, mental health services, and
preventive screenings. Access to care is also often unequal--Black and
Brown Americans, rural residents, American Indian and Alaska Native
Tribes, and low-income families consistently report lower rates of
coverage and lesser access to primary care. Federally funded health
centers meet these challenges head-on by providing medical services--
particularly to communities of color, rural communities, and individuals
living in poverty--through nearly 1,400 community-based organizations
operating over 14,000 service delivery sites. Given that clinics operate
under a patient-majority governing board, health centers ensure that
decisions are being directly informed and made by those being served.
Since taking office, my Administration has strengthened our Nation's
health center network. Last year, we invested $7.6 billion in American
Rescue Plan funds to strengthen the health center workforce, renovate
facilities, and equip them with essential COVID-19 medical supplies. We
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allotted $400 million from the American Rescue Plan to create a
partnership between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and
AmeriCorps to train the next generation of public health workers,
including in community health centers. We prevented sickness and treated
illness for millions of Americans. We helped pay salaries for over
272,000 full-time health care workers and supporting staff.
Health centers are central to many of my Administration's priorities.
From reducing the cancer death rate by ensuring equitable access to
cancer screenings and preventive care to helping Americans live
healthier lives through new digital health technologies--we will ensure
that health centers are equipped for the future of health care. I remain
committed to working with the Congress to double the size of the Health
Center Program, to putting even more Americans to work in these centers
across our country, and to ensuring that each of us can access health
care at an affordable price.
During National Health Center Week, let us recognize our health centers
and staff for their outstanding contributions to communities across
America. Let us thank them for their dedication, their service, and
their commitment to a stronger, healthier, and more equitable health
system.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim the week of August
7 through August 13, 2022, as National Health Center Week.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10429 of August 19, 2022
National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Since our Nation's founding, many courageous women and men have taken
the oath to defend our Constitution by joining the National Guard and
Reserve. During National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week,
we show our appreciation for the civilian employers who support and
honor our brave service members and their families.
The citizen Soldiers and Airmen of the National Guard, and the Soldiers,
Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen of the Reserve, are
central to our Armed Forces and the security of our Nation. When
activated, they answer the call to serve at a moment's notice,
sacrificing their personal and professional lives to protect our safety
and freedoms. When they are not in uniform, these patriots from diverse
backgrounds balance the competing demands of their families, their
civilian careers, and their military responsibilities. They serve as
teachers, pastors, engineers, civil servants, medical
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professionals, and other critical roles in their local communities--
strengthening our Nation at home. The Biden family is a National Guard
family, and we will always be inspired by all of those who put their
country above themselves to defend our way of life, just as my son Major
Beau Biden did in the Delaware National Guard.
Civilian employers play a critical role in ensuring a secure life for
service members and their families through stable employment, health
care, and benefits. Our Nation is forever grateful for the patriotic
efforts of employers and businesses who empower our Guard and Reserve
service members to thrive. During National Employer Support of the Guard
and Reserve Week, we honor our National Guard and Reserve members and
their families for their service and sacrifice. We also thank employers
for their steadfast support of our Nation's heroes, for their
outstanding contributions to our economy, and for the role they play in
the success of our military and our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 21 through
August 27, 2022, as National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
Week. I call upon the people of the United States, State and local
officials, private organizations, and all military commanders to honor
employers of National Guard and Reserve members with appropriate
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10430 of August 25, 2022
Women's Equality Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On August 26, 1920, after decades of hard-fought advocacy, women won the
right to vote, and our Nation moved one step closer to living out our
sacred ideal that all people are created equal. On Women's Equality Day,
we honor the movement for universal suffrage that led to the 19th
Amendment, celebrate the progress of women over the years, and renew our
commitment to advancing gender equity and protecting women's rights.
This commitment is more important than ever in the wake of the Supreme
Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate a woman's
constitutional right to choose. My Administration is doing everything in
its power to protect access to the reproductive health care that
generations of women and activists have fought for, including abortion.
We will continue to defend reproductive rights, which are integral to
gender equality and the fundamental freedoms Americans hold dear. We
will also continue to support
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the Equal Rights Amendment, so that we may enshrine the principle of
gender equality in our Constitution.
With the ratification of the 19th Amendment, millions of women across
the country were finally able to make their voices heard in our
elections. Yet many women of color who helped lead the universal
suffrage movement were effectively denied those rights until the Voting
Rights Act passed 45 years later. Today, the struggle to ensure that
every American can cast their ballot continues. More Americans voted in
2020 than during any election in our history, but some States are
restricting this fundamental right through provisions that
overwhelmingly impact people of color, low-income communities, and
people with disabilities. Women are less likely to have time to vote in-
person with increased caregiving demands and a disproportionate share of
low-wage, inflexible work. The right to vote and to have that vote
counted is essential to the future of our democracy.
Women and girls have fought for social justice and freedom throughout
our history, and my Administration is committed to building on their
progress. All Americans should have the opportunity to fully participate
in society--no one's rights should be denied because of their gender. As
States across the country strip women of their ability to make decisions
about their own bodies, families, and futures, my Administration remains
dedicated to protecting access to critical reproductive health care,
regardless of gender, race, zip code, or income. We will continue to
defend the right of all people to live free from gender-based violence.
We are also committed to ensuring women are treated fairly in the
workplace and have economic security. We will fight for pay equity, to
end discrimination in the workplace, and to promote equitable access to
good-paying jobs, particularly in sectors where women are
underrepresented. We remain dedicated to lowering the costs of child
care and passing policies to help women navigate caregiving and work
responsibilities.
On Women's Equality Day, we celebrate the trailblazers who fought to
deliver a better future for America's daughters. We recognize the work
that remains to ensure that everyone can fully participate in our
democracy and make fundamental choices about their health and bodies. We
strive to uphold our Nation's promise of equality for all people.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 26, 2022,
as Women's Equality Day. I call upon the people of the United States to
celebrate and continue to build on our country's progress towards gender
equality, and to defend and strengthen the right to vote.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10431 of August 26, 2022
Overdose Awareness Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The overdose epidemic has taken a heartbreaking toll on our Nation,
claiming the lives of far too many Americans and devastating families
and communities across the country. During Overdose Awareness Week, we
renew our commitment to taking bold action to prevent overdoses and
related deaths. We continue our efforts to enhance prevention, harm
reduction, treatment, and recovery support services for individuals with
substance use disorder and addiction. We affirm our duty to stop the
flow of illicit drugs from reaching our communities.
As the overdose epidemic has evolved, synthetic opioids --particularly
illicitly manufactured fentanyl--now drive the majority of overdose
deaths. In 2021, more than 100,000 people died from an overdose, an
approximate 15 percent increase from the previous year. Every loss is a
painful reminder that, now more than ever, we must address our Nation's
overdose epidemic.
As I said during my State of the Union Address, beating the opioid
overdose epidemic is an urgent priority for the Nation and a key pillar
of my Administration's Unity Agenda. That is why the American Rescue
Plan provided nearly $4 billion to strengthen our Nation's mental health
and substance use care infrastructure. The Department of Justice has
seized record amounts of illicit drugs and provided $94 million to adult
re-entry and recidivism reduction programs, including almost $30 million
for substance use disorder treatment. The Department of Health and Human
Services released a comprehensive Overdose Prevention Strategy,
increasing access to services for affected individuals and families. The
White House Office of National Drug Control Policy released its first
National Drug Control Strategy, focusing on untreated addiction and drug
trafficking, two critical drivers of the overdose epidemic. We are
making significant strides in ending the stigmatization surrounding
addiction so people can access the help they need.
We are also changing how we help people with substance use disorder in a
variety of ways. We are working to expand access to high-impact harm
reduction interventions like naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal
medication, and to remove barriers to effective treatment. We are
addressing the underlying factors that lead to substance use disorder
and addiction. We are targeting drug trafficking organizations by
disrupting the operating capital they need to sustain their criminal
enterprises.
These are important steps, but we know more work lies ahead. That is why
my budget calls for an historic investment of $42.5 billion for National
Drug Control Program Agencies to support the National Drug Control
Strategy, including $24.3 billion to support the expansion of evidence-
based prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support
services. This request also includes increasing funding to reduce
illicit drug supplies and improve the health and safety of our
communities.
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Overdose Awareness Week is a time to remember those tragically lost to
overdose and the pain of the families who are left behind. But it is
also an opportunity to recommit ourselves to working together to build
safe, healthy, and resilient communities. By adopting evidence-based
approaches to reducing overdose risks and lowering barriers to treatment
and support, we can save more American lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 28 through
September 3, 2022, as Overdose Awareness Week. I call upon citizens,
Government agencies, civil society organizations, healthcare providers,
and research institutions to raise awareness of substance use disorder
to combat stigmatization, to promote treatment and celebrate recovery,
and to strengthen our collective efforts to prevent overdose deaths.
August 31st also marks Overdose Awareness Day, on which we honor and
remember those who have lost their lives to the drug overdose epidemic.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10432 of August 31, 2022
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we remember the bright
lives of children we have lost to this terrible disease. We recommit
ourselves to finding new therapies to treat and defeat pediatric cancer.
And we pledge to help children not only survive cancer but thrive.
Cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease for American
children under the age of 15, and survivors often face physical,
emotional, and cognitive challenges. Jill and I know from personal
experience how a cancer diagnosis can be paralyzing. Worry and heartache
cast a shadow on life's joys, medical bills mount, and treatment paths
are often confusing and difficult to absorb.
My Administration is committed to ending cancer as we know it. The First
Lady and I reignited the 2016 Cancer Moonshot Initiative, and we have
set a goal of cutting the cancer death rate by at least half over the
next 25 years. I formed a new Cancer Cabinet to ensure that Federal
agencies are coordinating cancer care programs, research, and
development. And this year, my Administration created the first Advanced
Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) with the single purpose of
expediting breakthroughs in the prevention, detection, and treatment of
deadly diseases. This is one of the pillars of the Unity Agenda I
announced in my State of the Union Address.
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Although significant progress has been made, many parents still have to
advocate for their children's basic care when insurance companies refuse
to pay. My Administration is committed to strengthening the Affordable
Care Act and Medicaid to help ensure access to preventive care
screenings and life-saving treatments. Thanks to the American Rescue
Plan's provisions that build upon the Affordable Care Act and other
actions my Administration has taken, 1 million children have gained
health care coverage since I became President, helping to reverse the
coverage losses during the previous Administration. And, as part of the
Inflation Reduction Act, 13 million Americans will continue to save $800
per year on health insurance premiums--making lifesaving care affordable
for millions of American families. My Administration is also committed
to helping families navigate the flood of information that comes with a
cancer diagnosis. For anyone experiencing uncertainty around risk
factors, treatment options, or other opportunities for support, you can
connect with a trained specialist at 1-800-4-CANCER or visit cancer.gov.
During this National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we recognize the
health care professionals, researchers, private philanthropies, social
support organizations, and patient advocacy groups who work tirelessly
to protect our children's well-being. We honor the courage of our
children fighting pediatric cancers and the strength of their families
and caregivers who never stop loving, supporting, and advocating for
them. We rededicate ourselves to ensuring that every child can enjoy a
long, healthy, and fulfilling life.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage citizens,
government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, the
media, and other interested groups to increase awareness of what
Americans can do to support the fight against childhood cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10433 of August 31, 2022
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
This year, nearly 20,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed
with ovarian cancer. Hard to detect and frequently discovered in
advanced stages, this disease is often deadly for so many. Structural
barriers inhibit access to quality and affordable health care, and
documented disparities in treatment can lead to higher mortality rates
for Black women and elderly women in particular. During Ovarian Cancer
Awareness Month, our Nation
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honors those who are struggling with this dreaded disease, remembers the
loved ones we have lost, and recommits to ending ovarian cancer--and all
cancer--as we know it.
This issue is personal to me and the First Lady, as it is for so many
families. Earlier this year, we reignited the Cancer Moonshot Initiative
which I oversaw in 2016. The Cancer Moonshot Initiative has a goal of
cutting the cancer death rate in half--at least--over the next 25 years.
My Administration also created, and the Congress has funded, the
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) at the National
Institutes of Health to revolutionize the way we detect and treat
diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's, and diabetes. With improved screening
and early detection technologies, diagnostics, treatments, and
supportive care, we are on the cusp of real breakthroughs. The incidence
of ovarian cancer has decreased over the last decades as survival rates
have increased.
Of course, there is more work to do. I promised to protect and build on
the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and that is exactly what my
Administration will do--including by guaranteeing protections for women
with preexisting conditions and preventing insurance companies from
dropping patients with ovarian cancer. The ACA covers visits to a
primary care physician and gynecologist without copayments or
deductibles, which can lead to earlier detection of ovarian cancer. We
must also increase diversity in clinical trials to ensure that new
treatments will work for everyone and to better understand why ovarian
cancer impacts some Americans more than others. My Administration will
continue supporting the National Institutes of Health, the Food and Drug
Administration, and other agencies as they broaden outreach to racial
and ethnic minority populations and other underrepresented groups and
assess whether cancer treatments will be effective for the diverse range
of patients who need them.
Expanding access to care is especially critical as we emerge from the
COVID-19 pandemic. In the early days of the pandemic, Americans missed
almost 10 million cancer screenings. Medical experts in my
Administration and around the country encourage women to reschedule
these appointments as soon as possible. Additionally, the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) ``Inside Knowledge about
Gynecologic Cancer'' website is a useful resource for information on
ovarian cancer. For people who think they may be at risk for this
disease, experts have compiled helpful information about ovarian cancer
at cancer.gov/types/ovarianandcdc.gov/cancer. Being informed is a first
step toward prevention.
As we observe National Ovarian Cancer month, we will never forget those
we have lost. We honor our health care experts who work tirelessly to
save lives. And we offer strength to women and families across this
country fighting ovarian cancer today and in the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon the people of the
United States to speak with their doctors and health care providers to
learn more about ovarian cancer. I encourage citizens, government
agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, the media, and
other interested groups to increase awareness of what Americans can do
to detect and treat ovarian cancer.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10434 of August 31, 2022
National Preparedness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Preparedness Month, my Administration recommits to
preparing our Nation for disasters, both natural and manmade, and
especially the extreme weather events that we face with increasing
frequency and ferocity. We also continue our efforts to ensure that all
Americans have the resources they need to keep themselves and their
families safe.
Every part of this Nation faces the threat of disasters, and while many
emergencies are unpredictable, we know that the most vulnerable among us
often bear the most significant impacts. When extreme weather destroys
homes, families with less savings are more prone to housing insecurity.
When pandemics arise, individuals without access to health care are more
liable to become sick or face financial hardship. For the future of all
Americans, my Administration is committed to strengthening our disaster
resilience and continuing our strong partnerships with State, local,
Tribal, and territorial leaders.
Our work begins with tackling the climate crisis. We know that wildfires
are super-charged by prolonged drought, that storms and coastal flooding
are exacerbated by rising sea levels, and that extreme heat threatens
our power grids and national security. That is why my Administration has
invested billions of dollars in clean energy, secured funding for
thousands of new climate-friendly jobs, and supported enhanced wildfire
preparedness and forest restoration efforts. This summer, I signed the
Inflation Reduction Act, a historic law that will slash our Nation's
greenhouse gas emissions by roughly 40 percent through investments in
renewable energy and low-carbon technologies and also help communities
cope with long-term drought. And demonstrating our commitment to global
leadership, we rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement and pledged to
support developing nations in their campaigns to combat climate change.
By addressing climate challenges today, we can minimize the risk of
natural disasters tomorrow.
My Administration has also taken steps to ensure that our roads,
bridges, buildings, and energy sector infrastructure are more resilient
to future natural and manmade disasters. Last year, I signed a once-in-
a-generation infrastructure law to modernize our power grid, protect us
against cyberattacks, and revamp our ports, airports, and freight
infrastructure. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests over $50
billion to protect against drought, heat, and flooding and includes
funding for the weatherization of American homes. It also supports Army
Corps of Engineers projects across the Nation, which will reduce the
risks of coastal and inland flooding.
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Through our Justice40 Initiative, we are working to ensure that 40
percent of the overall benefits of these historic investments reach
communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by
pollution.
Additionally, we are investing in more resilient American supply chains
to make us less reliant on foreign countries for the critical
technologies that we need. In August, I signed the CHIPS and Science Act
to accelerate the manufacturing of semiconductors in America and help
prevent economic disaster when disruptions to global supply chains
arise.
As we continue our fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and other
pathogens, my Administration is preparing for the emergence of future
biological threats of natural, accidental, and deliberate origin. We
must be ready to prevent these catastrophes and treat pandemic
preparedness, health security, and global health as top national
security priorities. That is why I am requesting significant funding
from the Congress to help us develop new vaccine technologies, accurate
and affordable diagnostics, effective therapeutics, and next-generation
personal protective equipment. We also need Federal funds to enhance
partner countries' capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to
infectious disease threats across the globe.
Preparedness is a collective effort that requires the whole of
government and the communities we represent to work together. The
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is helping to prepare the
Nation--hiring, training, qualifying, and retaining a ready workforce
that is available to deploy to support disaster survivors across the
country. By training emergency managers across all levels of government,
FEMA is better equipping our country to respond quickly and support all
Americans.
During this National Preparedness Month, let us strengthen our support
for first responders--our first line of defense when catastrophes
threaten our homes, businesses, schools, and families. Let us each
recommit to doing our part to prepare for emergencies. I encourage all
Americans to download the FEMA App and receive real-time alerts, to turn
on wireless emergency alerts on mobile phones, and to pack emergency go-
bags. Everyone can access free information about readiness at Ready.gov,
or Listo.gov for Spanish-speakers. Together, we can be prepared for any
disaster that lies ahead.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Preparedness Month. I encourage all Americans to recognize the
importance of preparedness and work together to enhance our resilience
and readiness.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10435 of August 31, 2022
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we recommit ourselves
to taking on a cancer that will affect over 260,000 people in America
this year alone. It is for those we have lost, those who continue to
fight, and those who will undergo this battle in the future that we
redouble our efforts to better understand prostate cancer, develop
innovative treatments, and make care affordable and accessible.
Ending cancer as we know it is a top priority for my Administration and
a key pillar of the Unity Agenda that I announced in my State of the
Union Address. This is personal to my family, as it is for millions of
Americans. That is why the First Lady and I reignited our 2016 Cancer
Moonshot Initiative, setting a goal of cutting the cancer death rate by
at least half over the next 25 years. My Administration created a new
Cancer Cabinet to ensure that Federal agencies can better coordinate
research and development. And with bipartisan support, we secured $1
billion in funding from the Congress to launch the Advanced Research
Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), which will develop cutting-edge
cancer medicines, therapies, and early detection technologies.
While our Nation's scientists push hard to find cures, we must also
safeguard protections for patients with preexisting conditions and make
treatments more affordable for individuals diagnosed with prostate
cancer. No one should worry about whether they can pay for their doctor
or choose between filling a prescription and putting food on the table.
The provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act will fulfil my promise to
make prescription drugs more affordable for millions of Americans--many
of whom are living with illnesses like cancer--by capping out-of-pocket
prescription drug costs at $2,000. And it will finally allow Medicare
the ability to negotiate prescription drug prices.
We must also increase awareness about the symptoms of prostate cancer so
it can be detected and treated as early as possible. And it is important
that we acknowledge how prostate cancer affects us unequally. Men over
the age of 65, men who have a family history of prostate cancer, and
Black men are most likely to be diagnosed and to die from this disease.
I encourage these and all Americans to talk to their primary care
providers about the risk factors for prostate cancer, ask about
opportunities for screenings, and learn more about this disease at
cancer.gov/types/prostateandcdc.gov/cancer/prostate.
Our Nation is defined by possibilities, and when we invest in American
spirit and American ingenuity, there is nothing we cannot accomplish.
During this National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, let us mourn those
we have lost, offer strength to those who continue to fight, thank the
health care workers who battle this disease to give others a chance at
life, and join forces as one to protect the health of future
generations.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and
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the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage citizens,
government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and
other interested groups to join in activities that will increase
awareness of what Americans can do to prevent and cure prostate cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10436 of August 31, 2022
National Recovery Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today, more than 20 million Americans are recovering from substance use
disorder. Whether they are parents, children, siblings, neighbors, co-
workers, or friends, many of us are close to someone working to overcome
drug or alcohol addiction. In celebration of Americans on the road to
recovery, this National Recovery Month we recommit to helping prevent
substance use disorder, supporting those who are still struggling, and
providing people in recovery with the resources they need to live full
and healthy lives.
When our fellow Americans recover from substance use disorder, our
Nation becomes stronger and more resilient. Still, we recognize that the
path to full recovery can be long and demanding. For many struggling
with untreated addiction, securing reliable housing and long-term
employment can be a challenge, restoring relationships can take time,
and treatment and recovery services can be expensive and hard to find.
These obstacles are amplified for Tribal and other underserved
communities, including rural communities that must often travel farther
to find care. Black and Brown Americans are also often subject to
harsher penalties for addiction-related charges.
My Administration is working to ensure that achieving and sustaining
recovery is within reach for every American and that everyone has equal
access to economic mobility and improved health. This year, we secured
nearly $22 billion from the Congress to support drug prevention,
treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support services, with a focus
on underserved communities. With the additional $4 billion investment
from our American Rescue Plan, my Administration is expanding recovery
community organizations, recovery high schools, collegiate recovery
programs, and recovery residences. These vital support networks allow
people to balance healing with their everyday responsibilities. We are
also advocating for recovery-ready workplace policies across the public
and private sectors to promote inclusive hiring, enable employers to
assist in the recovery process, and help companies retain talent. And to
incentivize new innovations, the Department of Health and Human Services
is launching its first-ever behavioral health Recovery Innovation
Challenge to award funding to peer-
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run and community-based programs that advance recovery and can be scaled
nationwide.
As I outlined in my State of the Union address this year, a key pillar
of my Unity Agenda is beating the opioid epidemic. Drug overdoses have
taken a heartbreaking toll on our country, and addressing untreated
addiction is a key component of our National Drug Control Strategy. We
also recognize that alcoholism remains one of the leading preventable
causes of death in the United States. We owe it to the loved ones we
have lost to overdose and addiction to ensure that fewer harmful
substances--and particularly illegally manufactured synthetic drugs--
reach our communities and that people have greater access to mental
health and substance use disorder services. That is why I am calling for
more Federal funding to equip law enforcement agencies with the
resources they need to target drug trafficking at our border and disrupt
traffickers' financial networks. It is also why I am calling for a
historic investment to transform behavioral health services across
America and help Americans receive the support they need and deserve.
As we consider the work ahead, let us remember that there are many
pathways to recovery and that overcoming substance use disorder is
courageous and difficult. Let us also understand the importance of
eliminating the stigmatization of addiction. I believe everyone who
experiences substance use disorder is capable of achieving and
sustaining recovery, and my Administration will support all Americans on
this journey.
This National Recovery Month, we thank peer recovery support
professionals, counselors, addiction specialists, first responders,
scientists, family members, and everyone who works tirelessly to help
our fellow Americans recover from substance use disorder. We offer
strength to our loved ones at every step of their recovery process. And
we rededicate ourselves to protecting our families and communities so
all Americans can enjoy health and happiness.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Recovery Month. I call upon all citizens, government agencies,
private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other groups to take
action to promote recovery and improve the health of our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10437 of August 31, 2022
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Sickle cell disease (SCD) presents grave health challenges for an
estimated 100,000 Americans. For some, it triggers intermittent episodes
of pain, difficulty with vision, and serious fatigue. Other survivors
experience this disease more acutely--SCD can cause infections, strokes,
and even organ failure. For almost everyone impacted, coping with
inherited red blood cell disorders means putting plans on pause, living
with excruciating pain, paying for expensive treatments, and hoping for
a day when medications and doctor visits no longer interrupt life.
During National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, we recognize the
perseverance of SCD patients, and we recommit to working with our
partners in State and local government, the nonprofit space, and the
private sector to develop treatments and cures for this debilitating
disease.
Like many rare diseases, SCD affects our population unevenly. Black and
Brown Americans are disproportionately affected. About 1 in 13 Black
children tests positive for the sickle cell trait, and about 1 in 365
Black Americans develops the disease over the course of their lifetime.
Due to persistent systemic inequities in our health care system, these
same patients are also often the last to get help. Few specialty clinics
are available for SCD treatments, information about detecting this
disease is not always widely shared, and pain management can be a
challenge due to the intermittent nature of sickle cell crises and
persistent racial disparities in pain assessment and treatment.
Moreover, there exists no universally effective cure; bone marrow and
stem cell transplants have allowed some people to overcome SCD, but low
donor availability and treatment-related complications render these
procedures unviable for many patients.
Medical professionals and scientists in my Administration and across our
Nation are working to put an end to SCD. The Food and Drug
Administration recently approved new drug therapies to help patients
manage their pain. Through its ``Cure Sickle Cell Initiative,'' the
National Institutes of Health (NIH) is striving to develop safe and
effective genetic therapies and exploring applications for machine
learning to predict organ function decline in SCD patients.
Additionally, the NIH has invited researchers to apply for funding to
support large-scale clinical trials on treating SCD pain symptoms. We
are closer than ever to finding a cure today for all patients, and I am
optimistic about our progress.
Even so, it is still important for Americans to understand the signs of
this disease, the risks of inheriting this condition, as well as the
various resources available to those who test positive. Most people with
the sickle cell trait do not exhibit symptoms, and many are unaware of
their potential to carry on this gene. Experts agree that it is
important to get tested, especially if you have family members who have
been diagnosed with SCD. There are also helpful resources online to
learn more about this disease, like the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention's sickle cell information page at cdc.gov/ncbddd/sicklecell/
index.html.
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As we continue our quest to cure sickle cell disease, let us celebrate
the strides our health experts have made in understanding and treating
this condition. Let us offer strength to those Americans fighting its
effects today and unite in our mission to enhance the quality of life
for those diagnosed with SCD.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. I call upon the people of the
United States to learn more about the progress we are making to reduce
the burden of this disease on our fellow Americans.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10438 of August 31, 2022
National Wilderness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From the peaks of the Sierras to the rolling foothills of the
Alleghenies, our Nation's wilderness boasts national treasures that
provide opportunities for discovery, wonder, and serenity. They are also
the current and ancestral homelands of Tribal Nations and Indigenous
peoples, many of whom have deep cultural, historic, and spiritual
connections to these places. During National Wilderness Month, let us
express gratitude for lands and waters that remain in their natural
condition, acknowledge the importance of making public lands accessible
to all Americans, and rededicate ourselves to conserving and protecting
the earth for future generations.
When designated wilderness areas are left intact, they defend us against
climate change, keep us resilient when natural disasters strike, and
create a refuge for biodiversity. Our Nation's forests offset 10 percent
of our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions every year. Native grasslands,
wetlands, and other healthy soils retain water at faster rates,
protecting us against flooding and offering drought relief for
surrounding vegetation. Owing to the beauty of these places--and perhaps
anticipating their environmental importance--President Lyndon B. Johnson
signed into law the 1964 Wilderness Act and created the National
Wilderness Preservation System. In the years since, the Congress has
designated over 800 wilderness areas comprising more than 111 million
acres of land.
Still, America's natural spaces are in danger. Extreme wildfires
threaten to destroy our woodlands. Rising tides imperil our coastlines.
Runoff from toxic chemicals pollutes our rivers and endangers species.
Even if designated wilderness areas appear safe from harm for now, the
unpredictable nature of climate change and biodiversity loss looms over
our entire Nation.
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In response, my Administration has set ambitious goals to scale back our
GHG emissions and chart a new course with clean energy. We pledged to
reduce emissions by up to 52 percent by 2030, achieve 100 percent carbon
pollution-free electricity by 2035, and create an economy with net-zero
emissions by 2050. We set the first-ever national conservation goal
through the America the Beautiful Initiative to voluntarily conserve at
least 30 percent of lands and waters in the United States by 2030. We
are funding ecosystem restoration and reforestation efforts with
billions of dollars from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and through
the America the Beautiful Challenge, which merges Federal investments
with private and philanthropic donations to boost conservation. We are
making strategic investments through the Great American Outdoors Act to
conserve at-risk lands, including critical habitats and migration
corridors. On Earth Day, I signed an Executive Order to strengthen our
Nation's, and the world's, vitally important forests.
As we reflect upon the work that remains before us, we must acknowledge
that not all Americans share equal access to public lands. I remain
committed to ensuring that everyone can benefit from the natural beauty
and bountiful gifts of our wild spaces. I also remain committed to
ensuring that Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities can continue
sustainably using and connecting with their sacred lands. My
Administration will honor those whose ancestors stewarded these lands
since time immemorial.
This National Wilderness Month, we give thanks for the magnificent
beauty that surrounds us, offer our gratitude to the men and women who
maintain our public lands, and affirm our duty to safeguard designated
wilderness areas and natural spaces across our world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2022 as
National Wilderness Month. I encourage all Americans to experience our
Nation's outdoor heritage, to recreate responsibly and to leave no
trace, to celebrate the value of preserving an enduring wilderness, and
to strengthen our commitment to protecting these vital lands and waters
now and for future generations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10439 of September 2, 2022
Labor Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
American workers have built our communities, laid the foundation for our
democracy, and powered the engine of our prosperity. From the factory
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hands who forged an Arsenal of Democracy and helped beat back fascism
during World War II, to the immigrants who assembled the
transcontinental railroad that connected America's coasts, to the health
care professionals and first responders who mobilized selflessly during
the pandemic to save countless lives, American workers have guided us
through our most difficult moments and delivered some of our Nation's
greatest triumphs.
Unions have been the voice of American workers, guiding their path to
power as a major force in our society. Unions fought for higher wages
and family-supporting benefits, established vital health and safety
standards, secured an 8-hour work day, eradicated child labor, guarded
against discrimination and harassment, and bargained for every worker's
fair share of economic prosperity. They give workers a say in critical
decisions affecting their lives and livelihoods and play a
transformative role in shaping the future of our democracy. The middle
class built America, and unions built the middle class. When organized
labor wins, families win. We all win.
I said from the start that I would be the most pro-worker and pro-union
President in American history, and I am keeping that promise. When I
took office, I put money in the pockets of hardworking Americans with
the American Rescue Plan, offering families much-needed breathing room.
I have now enacted a bold, long-term economic agenda that will lead to
historic investments in our Nation and our workers: the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation
Reduction Act. My economic agenda is a once-in-a-generation blueprint to
rebuild America, outcompete every other economy in the world, and create
thousands of good-paying and clean-manufacturing jobs. We are putting
plumbers, pipefitters, electrical workers, steel workers, and so many
others to work on a range of projects--from rebuilding our
infrastructure to manufacturing semiconductors, electric vehicles, wind
turbines, and solar panels. Many of these jobs will be union jobs.
This is just the beginning. To give workers more power and raise wages,
I signed an Executive Order calling for a ban on unfair non-compete
agreements that hinder people from building on their experience to take
new jobs in their industries. I created a White House Task Force on
Worker Organizing and Empowerment with the aim of identifying new ways
the executive branch can facilitate the organizing of workers. I also
appointed a former union president and card-carrying union member to
serve this country as the Secretary of Labor.
Still, there is more we can do. I believe every worker should have a
free and fair choice to organize and bargain collectively with their
employer without coercion or intimidation. That is why I called on the
Congress to finally pass the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to
Organize Act and the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act, which will
make it easier for private-sector, State, and local government workers
to join a union and bargain collectively.
As our economy recovers and rebuilds, we must build it from the bottom
up and the middle out--not the top down--so everyone benefits. Our
Nation continues to fall short of its promise to deliver equal
opportunity to workers of color and women, among others, and we can do
more to ensure that good-paying jobs are accessible to everyone. Only
when all workers have a strong voice in their wages, benefits, and job
treatment can we start
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to change how we value their labor. Only then can we begin to reward
work and not just wealth.
I have had the honor of meeting workers of every stripe. I have visited
longshore workers in California, firefighters in Colorado, transit
workers in New Jersey, welders in Wisconsin, and teachers in Virginia,
among many others. I also welcomed frontline worker-organizers into the
Oval Office. Whenever I meet members of America's labor community--
dedicated women and men who derive purpose from their work--I am
reminded of something my father used to tell me: ``A job is about more
than a paycheck--it is about dignity and respect.''
This Labor Day, let us honor those trailblazers who have fought for the
rights of working people. Let us stand in solidarity with all workers
and strengthen their ability to organize and bargain with employers. Let
us give thanks to all of America's workers who build this Nation and
pave our future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 5, 2022,
as Labor Day. I call upon all public officials and people of the United
States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
activities that honor the energy and innovation of working Americans.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10440 of September 8, 2022
Death of Queen Elizabeth II
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was more than a monarch. She defined an
era.
In a world of constant change, she was a steadying presence and a source
of comfort and pride for generations of Britons, including many who have
never known their country without her. Queen Elizabeth II led always
with grace, an unwavering commitment to duty, and the incomparable power
of her example. She was a stateswoman of unmatched dignity and constancy
who deepened the bedrock Alliance between the United Kingdom and the
United States. She helped make our relationship special. The seven
decades of her history-making reign bore witness to an age of
unprecedented human advancement and the forward march of human dignity.
Her legacy will loom large in the pages of British history, and in the
story of our world.
As a mark of respect for the memory of Queen Elizabeth II, by the
authority vested in me as President of the United States by the
Constitution and the
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laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of
the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and
upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval
stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the
District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its
Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment. I
also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same
length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular
offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities
and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10441 of September 8, 2022
National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On September 11, 2001, an act of deliberate evil ripped 2,977 innocent
lives from this world in a horrifying attack on our Nation. For 21
years, children have grown up without parents. Parents have grieved lost
children. Husbands and wives have had to push forward without their
partners by their sides. Families across our country have been left to
mark birthdays and milestones with a black hole in their hearts and an
empty chair at their tables.
In the week after the attacks, as we first observed a National Day of
Prayer and Remembrance, Americans banded together, consoled one another,
and prayed for strength. We saw a true sense of national unity--in our
shared resolve, in survivors' resilience, and in a new generation's
readiness to defend and serve our Nation. In the years since, in New
York, Shanksville, at the Pentagon, and all across our country, we have
consecrated that day of observance, reflecting on the loved ones we
lost, the heroes who rushed into harm's way, and the courage of so many
families who lost a piece of their soul but somehow still found a way to
get up and keep going. Their strength is an inspiration.
As the quote from Virgil inscribed on the 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero
reminds us: ``No day shall erase you from the memory of time.'' Each
year, we have renewed our sacred vow: Never forget. Just weeks ago, we
once again demonstrated our resolve and capacity to defend our Nation
against threats by delivering justice to the emir of al-Qaeda--a man
deeply involved in the terrorist group's activities, including 9/11 and
countless other deadly attacks against Americans. Thanks to the
extraordinary persistence and patriotism of our intelligence and
counterterrorism communities, the courageous families who lost so much
on that searing September day in 2001 will hopefully find some measure
of closure.
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On these National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we come together to
not only honor the memories of those lost but to build a future worthy
of their dreams and to find light in darkness and strength in broken
places. The great and defining truth about America is this: We do not
break. We never give in. We never back down.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 9, 2022,
through September 11, 2022, as National Days of Prayer and Remembrance.
I ask that the people of the United States honor the victims of
September 11, 2001 and their loved ones with prayer, contemplation,
memorial services and visits, bells, candlelight vigils, and other
activities. I invite people around the world to join. I call on the
citizens of our Nation to give thanks for our many freedoms and
blessings, and I invite all people of faith to join me in asking for
God's continued guidance, mercy, and protection.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10442 of September 9, 2022
World Suicide Prevention Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On World Suicide Prevention Day, our Nation joins the World Health
Organization, the International Association for Suicide Prevention, and
countries across the globe in mourning those who have died by suicide.
Suicide is a devastating tragedy that leaves loved ones with unanswered
questions and families missing a piece of their soul, wishing for more
time together. We are still in the early stages of learning about the
conditions that can lead to suicide, including job strain or loss;
serious illnesses; and financial, criminal, legal, and relationship
problems. Acknowledging suicide and the impact it has on our communities
is a first step to understanding how it can be prevented more
effectively.
Suicide accounts for 1 of every 100 deaths globally, and it is the
second leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 10 and
34. In the United States, American Indians, Alaska Native youth, LGBTQI+
youth, and rural men are disproportionately affected. Far too many
service members, veterans, and law enforcement officials have taken or
considered taking their own lives. And too frequently, these patriots
and public servants do not receive the help they need due both to
stigmas surrounding mental health challenges and lack of access to
necessary resources.
During my State of the Union Address, I discussed tackling the mental
health crisis as a key component of my Administration's Unity Agenda. My
Administration released a comprehensive Government strategy designed to
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address mental health with the same substance and specificity as our
approach to physical health. It connects more Americans to care and
creates a full spectrum of prevention and recovery support. My
Administration's budget proposes investing over $22.8 billion in Fiscal
Year 2023 to bolster our mental health and care workforce, to establish
new nontraditional health delivery sites, and to integrate quality
mental health and substance use care into primary care settings. As we
look ahead, we must advance equity in mental health and transform how
mental health is understood, perceived, and treated. We also remain
committed to expanding mental health research and services around the
world.
Over the last 2 years, we have invested heavily in expanding the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which we transitioned from a 10-
digit number to the 3-digit dialing code, 9-8-8, this summer. This new,
easier-to-access tool connects people in crisis to trained
professionals, 24-hours per day, 365 days per year.
This summer, I signed into law the first meaningful gun safety bill in
nearly 30 years, which helps States implement red-flag laws that make it
harder for people more likely to harm themselves and others to purchase
guns. It funds more crisis intervention services and improves mental
health access for children and families. With funding from my American
Rescue Plan, my Administration strengthened our support for the Garrett
Lee Smith State and Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention and Early
Intervention Program, which awards money to States and Tribes
implementing critical strategies to save lives.
Last November, my Administration released a comprehensive public health
strategy for reducing military and veteran suicide, which we are now
working to implement. In March, the Department of Defense established
the Suicide Prevention and Response Independent Review Committee to
prevent suicide in the military and address suicide risk for service
members who have experienced sexual assault. I also signed an Executive
Order directing the Department of Health and Human Services to expand
mental health care access to LGBTQI+ youth as a means of preventing
suicide.
From committed crisis counselors who serve on hotlines and in schools to
clinicians, behavioral health care practitioners, faith leaders,
teachers, friends, and family members--we each have a role to play.
Together, we can reduce the stigmatization of mental health issues,
learn how to respond to suicide risk, and offer individuals and
populations most impacted the essential care they need when a crisis
arises. Together, we can save lives.
On this day of commemoration and action, we commit to studying the risk
factors associated with suicide and to making mental health care
accessible and affordable. Finally, to those experiencing emotional
distress: please know that you are loved, and that you are not alone.
There is hope, and there is help, and I encourage you to call or text 9-
8-8 to reach the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 10,
2022, as World Suicide Prevention Day. I call upon all Americans,
communities, organizations, and all levels of government to join me in
creating hope through action and committing to preventing suicide across
America.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10443 of September 9, 2022
National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today, Hispanic students make up nearly 20 percent of college
undergraduates in the United States. They are our future leaders--the
next generation of doctors and teachers, entrepreneurs and artists,
first responders and scientists, elected officials and activists.
Ensuring that these young people are prepared to take on the challenges
of tomorrow is critical to the future of our Nation.
That is why this week we celebrate Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs),
which foster cultures of belonging and respect on their campuses and
offer Hispanic students a nurturing, inclusive environment to learn and
grow. Recently, I was pleased to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom
to Dr. Julieta Garc[iacute]a, the first Mexican-American woman to lead
the University of Texas at Brownsville, a center of excellence for
countless students who have been inspired by her example. Committed to
the value of education as a critical tool to uplift an entire community,
Dr. Garc[iacute]a has demonstrated how HSIs can enable student success
across the country.
My Administration knows that more needs to be done to support these
places of higher learning that stand for the ideals of opportunity,
dignity, and respect. Despite their many accomplishments, HSIs have been
hit hard in recent years. Data show that Hispanic undergraduate
enrollment has fallen by 7 percent since the pandemic began, and for the
first time in 20 years, the number of these institutions has declined.
That is why we are strengthening our commitment to help HSIs provide a
pathway to opportunity and economic mobility for their students.
My Administration has invested approximately $11 billion from our
American Rescue Plan to keep students and staff at HSIs safe from the
COVID-19 pandemic and provide students emergency grants so they can stay
enrolled. I also signed a bill to increase the maximum Pell Grant award
by the greatest amount in over a decade, which will help approximately
half of all Hispanic students, who depend on Pell Grants to pay for
college.
Additionally, to address the financial harms of the pandemic, my
Administration is providing up to $20,000 in debt relief as part of a
comprehensive effort to address the burden of growing college costs.
This action will have a significant impact on Hispanic borrowers, given
that among Hispanic undergraduate borrowers, 65 percent receive Pell
Grants. My Administration is also working to fix the broken Public
Service Loan Forgiveness program by giving public servants--many of whom
are educators at HSIs and alumni--appropriate credit toward forgiveness.
These proposed changes build
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on the transformations already made with the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness program that expire on October 31, 2022. For more
information, please visit PSLF.gov.
I have reestablished the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational
Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Hispanics. And since my
Administration began, the First Lady and the Secretary of Education have
visited HSIs across our Nation to support efforts to keep students
engaged, enrolled, and moving toward the completion of a degree or
certificate.
There is still much more work to be done. We have a long way to go to
fulfill the full potential of America, and my Administration sees HSIs
as a critical gateway to making that promise a reality. I am proposing
that we double the maximum Pell Grant amount by 2029 and continue to
make higher education more affordable for all Americans. I am also
requesting increased funding from the Congress to help Historically
Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and
minority-serving institutions, such as HSIs, expand their research and
development infrastructure and strengthen their curricula in science,
technology, and agriculture.
Every day, Hispanic Americans contribute immensely to our Nation's
economy, security, and culture. It is our duty to ensure that the next
generation of Hispanic students can make the most of their God-given
talents. During National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, we recommit
our support for the institutions helping to make this promise a reality.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 11
through September 17, 2022, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions
Week. I call on public officials, educators, and all the people of the
United States to observe this week with appropriate programs,
ceremonies, and activities that acknowledge the many ways these
institutions and their graduates contribute to our country.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10444 of September 9, 2022
National Grandparents Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Grandparents Day and every day, we give thanks to
grandparents for their wisdom, strength, and love.
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Grandparents are storytellers and gatekeepers of family tradition. They
are wellsprings of knowledge and experience. They are the centerpieces
of family gatherings and the glue that keeps so many families together.
Grandparents also help raise children. They shuttle grandkids to-and-
from school, babysit when parents are away from home, and offer advice
and comfort when it is needed most. Sometimes they fill in as primary
caregivers, putting aside their own needs and working full-time to
provide the blessing of a loving family. I know from my own experience
how grandparents can step up in critical moments. When my father lost
his job in Scranton, Pennsylvania, my grandpop welcomed us into his home
and offered us stability during a time of uncertainty.
While this is a day of celebration, it is also an opportunity to
remember the grandparents who are no longer with us. The COVID-19
pandemic cut short the lives of too many loved ones--especially our
seniors. My Administration sends strength to families who are no longer
whole and to families whose grandparents are fighting for their health
today. We also send encouragement to families who postponed gatherings
and loving embraces during the pandemic. For Jill and me, our
grandchildren are the love of our lives and the life of our love. We
know how difficult it can be to remain physically apart, and we hope
that the progress we have made--and continue to make--in ending the
COVID-19 pandemic will allow more families to safely enjoy precious time
together. Finally, we acknowledge that, for many Americans, grandparents
live on only through the stories of relatives who were fortunate enough
to have known them, but that these bonds can be powerful too.
As we look ahead, my Administration will continue advocating for
grandparents, especially as they care for children. The Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) is preparing a National Caregiving
Strategy to present the Congress with new recommendations to better
support family caregivers. And, my Administration is committed to making
health care more affordable for more Americans, including seniors--many
of whom are grandparents. As part of the Inflation Reduction Act,
seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries will have the peace of mind of
knowing that their prescription drug costs are capped at $2,000
annually. And millions of seniors will benefit from Medicare finally
being able to negotiate prescription drug costs. My Administration will
always protect Medicare and Social Security. Ensuring that seniors can
age with dignity, security, and respect is not only the right thing to
do--it is integral to our character as a Nation.
Many of our grandparents arrived in this country with nothing but a
dream and an unwavering commitment to ensure that the lives of their
children and grandchildren would be better than their own. Regardless of
where they came from or how they got here, they have worked hard,
planted roots, and built communities. They have had big hopes for us,
and through our ups and downs, they have continued to love us just the
same--because that is what grandparents do. On National Grandparents
Day, let us honor the grandparents who teach us lessons, imbue us with
family pride, and shower us with affection. On behalf of a grateful
Nation, we thank you for the gifts of life and love.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 11,
2022, as
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National Grandparents Day. I call upon all Americans to celebrate the
important role that grandparents play in the lives of their families and
the children they love.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10445 of September 9, 2022
Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On September 11, 2001, ordinary Americans performed extraordinary acts
of heroism. Firefighters and police officers rushed into crumbling
buildings and raging fires to save others. EMTs, construction workers,
colleagues, and strangers tended to the wounded. Passengers and
crewmembers gave their lives to thwart another attack. And a generation
of women and men answered the call of duty by joining our Armed Forces
to defend our freedom and our democracy.
These patriots--people of undaunted courage, uncommon resolve, and
unwavering perseverance--are forever ingrained in our national
character. They are reminders that we are a great country because we are
a good people. On this Patriot Day and National Day of Service and
Remembrance, we pay tribute to the heroes and victims who lost their
lives on September 11, and we recommit ourselves to the spirit of unity,
patriotism, and service that carried our Nation through in the days that
followed.
Before they were national heroes, the women and men we honor were
already heroes to so many others. They were the mothers who tucked their
kids into bed at night. They were the fathers who drove the neighborhood
carpools to school. They were the daughters who made their parents proud
and the sons who lifted up their friends. To the families around America
whose pain is especially personal on this day: Our entire Nation,
including Jill and I, holds you close in our hearts and sends you our
love. I know from personal experience that memorials can bring
everything back as painfully as if it happened today--the moment you got
the phone call--no matter how many years go by.
On this day, let us honor the memory of the innocent victims we lost and
carry on the legacy of the selfless heroes who served our Nation on
September 11 and in its aftermath. Let us also recognize the members of
our intelligence and counterterrorism communities who worked with
dedication and determination to deliver justice to Ayman al-Zawahiri,
the emir of al-Qaeda and a key planner of this and other cruel attacks
against our people.
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I invite all Americans to observe this day with service; you can find
opportunities in your community by visiting americorps.gov/911-day.
Unity is what makes us who we are as Americans--it is our greatest
strength. When we come together on this day, and every day, we
demonstrate that even in the darkness, America remains a bright beacon
of light and hope for the world.
By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89),
the Congress has designated September 11 of each year as ``Patriot
Day,'' and by Public Law 111-13, approved April 21, 2009, the Congress
has requested the observance of September 11 as an annually recognized
``National Day of Service and Remembrance.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2022, as Patriot Day and
National Day of Service and Remembrance. I call upon all departments,
agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States to display the flag
of the United States at half-staff on Patriot Day and National Day of
Service and Remembrance in honor of the individuals who lost their lives
on September 11, 2001. I invite the Governors of the United States and
its Territories and interested organizations and individuals to join in
this observance. I call upon the people of the United States to
participate in community service in honor of those our Nation lost, to
observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, including
remembrance services, and to observe a moment of silence beginning at
8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor the innocent victims who
perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10446 of September 14, 2022
National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Hispanic heritage holds an indelible place in the heart and soul of our
Nation, and National Hispanic Heritage Month reminds us that the
American identity is a fabric of diverse traditions and stories woven
together. Since the beginning, our country has drawn strength and
insights from Hispanic writers, scientists, soldiers, doctors,
entrepreneurs, academics, and leaders in labor and government. Our
culture has been enriched by the rhythms, art, literature, and
creativity of Hispanic peoples. And our deepest values have been
informed by the love of family and faith that is at the core of so many
Hispanic communities. All of these contributions help us realize the
promise of America for all Americans.
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During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we reaffirm that diversity is
one of our country's greatest strengths. We also acknowledge the
Hispanic leaders who have stayed in the struggle for equal justice to
ensure that everyone in this Nation can contribute their talents and
have the opportunity to thrive.
My Administration is committed to the success of Hispanic communities.
Since coming to office, we have provided billions of dollars in loans,
including to Hispanic-owned small businesses, and are working to
increase the share of Government contracts going to underserved
businesses by 50 percent. We have helped students, including Hispanic
students, earn postsecondary degrees by providing over $10 billion to
community colleges and approximately $11 billion to Hispanic-Serving
Institutions. My Administration has sent billions of dollars in
emergency financial aid grants directly to students and has increased
the maximum Pell Grant by the largest amount in over a decade.
Additionally, my Administration is providing up to $20,000 in debt
relief as part of a comprehensive effort to address the burden of
growing college costs. This action will have a significant impact on
Hispanic borrowers, given that among Hispanic undergraduate borrowers,
65 percent receive Pell Grants. We have also strengthened rental
assistance for families facing eviction and bolstered community health
centers that predominately serve Hispanic patients and other patients of
color. Our American Rescue Plan expanded the Child Tax Credit for 2021,
providing critical relief to millions of working families and helping
drive a historic reduction in Hispanic child poverty.
As we look ahead, we will continue to build a fair, humane, and orderly
immigration system and fight to protect the rights of Deferred Action
for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and others who call this
country home. That means continuing to support a pathway to citizenship
for those with temporary protected status as well as farm workers and
other essential workers. It means keeping alive the torch of liberty
that has led generations of immigrants to this land seeking new
opportunities and a better future. We will also work to strengthen our
partnerships with allies across Latin America.
Additionally, we are committed to reflecting the full talents of our
Nation through our own Administration. I am proud to have appointed
Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra, Secretary of
Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Education Miguel
Cardona, and Small Business Administrator Isabel Guzman, as well as
Hispanic staff at every level of the Federal Government.
This month, we carry on the important work of honoring Hispanic
heritage. Let us give thanks to the many generations of Hispanic leaders
who have helped build this country and continue to fight for equality
and justice. Let us pledge to invest in the next generation of Hispanic
men and women who hold the destiny of our Nation in their hands.
In recognition of the achievements of the Hispanic community, the
Congress, by Public Law 100-402, as amended, has authorized and
requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating
September 15 through October 15 as ``National Hispanic Heritage Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 15
through
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October 15, 2022, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. I call upon all
Americans to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, activities,
and programs that celebrate Hispanic heritage and recognize the impact
Hispanic peoples have had on our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10447 of September 15, 2022
National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
From Belleau Wood to the Battle of the Bulge, Korea to Vietnam,
Afghanistan to Iraq, and around the world, American patriots have dared
all, risked all, and given all to defend our Nation and protect our
liberties. Now and always, we honor their service, valor, and sacrifice.
We also continue the righteous work of bringing home our heroes who
remain unaccounted for.
On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we pledge to seek out answers for
the families of service members still missing in action. We commit to
doing all in our power to identify and recover America's missing sons
and daughters. And we pay tribute to former prisoners of war--
individuals who exhibited remarkable courage, love of country, and
devotion to duty to protect our Nation's safety and freedoms.
Today and every day, we fly the iconic black and white flag symbolizing
America's Prisoners of War and Missing in Action above the White House,
at the United States Capitol, on military bases, at memorials and
cemeteries, and at homes across America. It is a reminder that we have
not forgotten the heroism of our POWs and MIAs and that we still hope
for their return. There is no undertaking more fundamental than the rite
of remembrance, and there is no act more sacred or more American than
keeping the faith with those who have sacrificed so much for our Nation.
On this day of heartache and of resolve, let us offer strength to the
families still waiting for the return of their loved ones. Let us extend
our gratitude to Americans and international partners working tirelessly
to bring home our missing service members from prior conflicts. And let
us remember that freedom is never free, that democracy always requires
champions, and that we owe an eternal debt to the heroes of our Armed
Forces.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 16,
2022, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Along with my fellow
Americans, I salute our former POWs who overcame unspeakable indignities
to return home with honor. We will work tirelessly to provide the
families of those who have not yet come home the fullest possible
measure of accounting.
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I urge all Americans to observe this day of honor and remembrance with
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10448 of September 16, 2022
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America is founded on the most powerful idea in history--that we are all
created equal. That idea sparked our revolution, ignited a wave of
change across the world, and beats in the hearts of Americans today. It
is central to our Constitution, and citizenship embodies a true faith
and allegiance to give it full meaning in our everyday lives. On this
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and during this Constitution Week,
we recommit to protecting and defending the very idea of America.
When our Founding Fathers came together nearly 250 years ago, they set
in motion an experiment that changed the world. They disagreed and
debated but ultimately came together to forge a new system of self-
government--a system balanced between a strong Federal Government and
the States, held together by co-equal branches and a separation of
powers. America would not be a land of kings or dictators; it would be a
Nation of laws--a Nation of order, not chaos; of peace, not violence.
Here in America, the people rule through the ballot, and their will
prevails.
As we have seen throughout our history, though, nothing about our
democracy is guaranteed. America is an idea--one that requires constant
stewardship. We have to fight for it, earn it, and renew it with each
generation. That is why my Administration will do everything in our
power to uphold and defend our Constitution against all enemies, foreign
and domestic, and to protect the rights and freedoms that it promises us
all. That means we have to be firm, resolute, and unyielding in
defending the right to vote and ensuring that each vote is counted. It
is a sacred right from which all others flow. But last year alone,
nearly 20 States passed laws to make it harder to vote--not only to
suppress the vote, but to subvert it. I have directed Federal agencies
to promote voting access, and I appointed top civil rights advocates to
the Department of Justice, which has doubled its voting rights staff. We
need the Congress to finally pass the Freedom to Vote and John Lewis
Voting Rights Advancement Acts to prevent voter suppression, protect
election officials, ban dark money, and end partisan gerrymandering,
preserving our democracy and the spirit of our Constitution.
As we reflect today on the promise of our Nation, we also join millions
of Americans in reaffirming the rights and responsibilities of
citizenship
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and welcoming our new citizens, whose courage and faith in America has
brought them here from every part of the world to start new lives. My
Administration will keep working to make the naturalization process
faster and more efficient and to build a more fair, orderly, and humane
immigration system for all. The commitment, sacrifices, and dreams of
new Americans have made us strong since our Nation's founding, and we
celebrate their optimism, drive, and contributions.
We are living at an inflection point in history, engaged in a struggle
between democracy and autocracy at home and abroad. We have to show the
world that democracy can deliver. Today, this week, and always, it is up
to us all to stand for the rule of law, to preserve the flame of
democracy, and to keep the promise of America alive.
To honor the timeless principles enshrined in our Constitution, the
Congress has, by joint resolution of February 29, 1952 (36 U.S.C. 106),
designated September 17 as ``Constitution Day and Citizenship Day'' and
authorized the President to issue a proclamation calling on United
States officials to display the flag of the United States on all
Government buildings on that day. By joint resolution of August 2, 1956
(36 U.S.C. 108), the Congress further requested that the President
proclaim the week beginning September 17 and ending September 23 of each
year as ``Constitution Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 17,
2022, as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and September 17 through
September 23 as Constitution Week. On this day and during this week, we
celebrate our Constitution and the rights of citizenship that together
we enjoy as the people of this proud Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10449 of September 16, 2022
Minority Enterprise Development Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every day, America's 9.2 million minority business enterprises deliver
essential goods and services to their customers and help power the
United States economy. They develop cutting-edge technologies, provide
social services to people in need, construct roads and bridges, operate
restaurants and retail shops, and make vital contributions to all
industries. Minority business enterprises also provide proprietors and
employees a sense of purpose, a source of dignity, and for some, a
valuable asset to pass down through generations. During Minority
Enterprise Development Week, we celebrate the ingenuity and dedication
of America's minority entrepreneurs, and we recommit to helping all
Americans access the resources
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they need to build thriving businesses and a fairer, more prosperous
Nation.
Minority business enterprises generate $1.8 trillion in annual GDP and
provide income to millions of workers, yet many of these businesses
suffer from the vestiges of historical discrimination. Obstacles to
accessing capital, barriers to entering new markets, and limited access
to Government contracts make it difficult for operators to start and
grow their enterprises. Minority business owners are still more likely
to be turned down for loans, earn less revenue, and employ fewer workers
than their non-minority counterparts. Today, firms owned by Black
Americans, Latinos, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans,
Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders make up approximately 18 percent
of employer businesses, yet receive just over 10 percent of Federal
procurement spending. These disparities contribute to America's racial
wealth gap; estimates suggest that differences in business ownership
account for 20 percent of the wealth gap between the average white
household and the average Black household.
My Administration is committed to changing that. We have taken historic
steps to counter chronic underinvestment in Black and Brown communities,
boosting access to capital and markets. Our American Rescue Plan
established the $10 billion State Small Business Credit Initiative at
the Department of the Treasury, which will provide funding to States,
territories, and Tribal Governments to establish lending and investment
programs for main-street small businesses and early-stage companies in
disadvantaged areas. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law made permanent
the Minority Business Development Agency, the only Federal agency
dedicated to linking minority-owned businesses to private lenders,
exporters, and public- and private-sector buyers; and it directs the
Department of Transportation to prioritize contracts to small
disadvantaged businesses. My Administration is also using the Federal
Government's tremendous purchasing power to drive change: We have
pledged to boost the share of Federal contracting dollars awarded to
small disadvantaged businesses by an unprecedented 50 percent by 2025,
which is projected to bring minority-owned businesses as much as $100
billion in new revenue over this time period.
Our work is far from finished. I am calling on the Congress to
strengthen funding for the Small Business Administration and the
Minority Business Development Agency to support women, people of color,
people with disabilities, veterans, and other underserved business
owners. I have also called for the expansion of the Treasury
Department's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, which
will help local lenders deliver more credit, capital, and financial
support to historically overlooked business owners and communities.
Since this Nation's founding, owning and operating a business has been
an important path to achieving the American dream. This week and every
week, my Administration will work to ensure that minority entrepreneurs
have the resources to start and grow their own businesses, enriching
their communities and the Nation. Together, we will grow the economy
from the bottom up and the middle out, making sure it works for
everyone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 18
through September 24, 2022, as Minority Enterprise Development Week. I
call upon
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the people of the United States to acknowledge and celebrate the
achievements and contributions of minority business owners and
enterprises and commit to promote systemic economic equality.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10450 of September 16, 2022
National Farm Safety and Health Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
America's farmers, farmworkers, and ranchers serve one of our most vital
needs--they feed our Nation and sustain our communities. They steward
our lands so they have the power to provide for us, generation after
generation. They offer meaningful jobs to millions of people, rooted in
the rewards of hard work and the beauty of nature. They help fuel our
economy and enable our country to compete in markets around the globe.
During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we commit to improving the
safety and well-being of everyone working on our farms.
For all they provide for our Nation, we know the many barriers farmers,
farmworkers, and ranchers face. Extreme weather--made more frequent and
ferocious by the climate crisis--can jeopardize or destroy a season's
harvest, representing months, or even years, of investment and
commitment. Fluctuating commodity prices and input costs can tighten
profit margins and usher in tough, lean years. Accidents and injuries
can cut precious lives short, dramatically threaten the livelihoods of
survivors and their families, and rob businesses of the workers they
rely upon.
My Administration is supporting the implementation of robust health and
safety standards on farms and ranches. With up to $65 million from the
American Rescue Plan, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
is helping to minimize the risks of injuries on farms, on ranches, and
in processing plants. The USDA is also investing $100 million into
partnerships with labor unions and other workforce development experts
to better train agricultural employees. For the first time, the
Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has
launched a program to conduct heat-related indoor and outdoor workplace
inspections in the face of yet another season of extreme and deadly
heat.
My Administration is making health insurance more affordable and health
care more accessible, which is especially important for farmers,
ranchers, and farmworkers who suffer injuries. My Administration's
Inflation Reduction Act and American Rescue Plan lowered annual premiums
for families across the country. My Administration made a historic $1.5
billion investment in health workforce loan repayment and scholarship
programs to incentivize primary care clinicians and other health care
providers to work
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in underserved areas, including rural and Tribal communities. We are
providing Federal field employees with training on the best uses of
mental health resources and communication strategies while scaling our
investment in programs that provide professional behavioral health
counseling and other services to agricultural workers. We are also
calling for programs that will reduce loan repayments for mental health
and substance use disorder clinicians committed to practicing in rural
and other underserved communities.
Supporting the well-being of our farmers, farmworkers, and ranchers
means protecting their financial health as well. Last year, I signed
into law the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency
Assistance Act, which includes $10 billion in assistance to agricultural
producers impacted by wildfires, droughts, hurricanes, and winter
storms. My Administration also announced $700 million in available grant
funding for State agencies, Tribal entities, and non-profit
organizations to provide financial relief for farmworkers and
meatpacking workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are devoted to
ensuring that agricultural workers can do their jobs free from harm and
that they can recover from accidents and injuries with dignity and
financial security.
This week, we redouble our efforts to protect the health and safety of
farmers, farmworkers, and ranchers, and we celebrate the immense
contributions they have made and continue to make to our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 18
through September 24, 2022, as National Farm Safety and Health Week. I
call upon the people of the United States, including America's farmers
and ranchers and agriculture-related institutions, organizations, and
businesses, to reaffirm a dedication to farm safety and health. I also
urge all Americans to express appreciation and gratitude to our farmers,
farmworkers, and ranchers for their tireless service to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10451 of September 16, 2022
National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) help prepare their
students to excel in every profession, and they foster transformative
movements for greater justice and equality in our democracy. During
National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, we celebrate
HBCUs for
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their longstanding legacy of molding trailblazers, visionaries, and
public servants; for enabling students to make immense contributions to
this country as Black professionals and tradespeople; and for bringing
us closer to the promise of an America for all Americans.
HBCUs have produced 40 percent of all Black engineers and 50 percent of
all Black lawyers in America. Seventy percent of Black doctors in our
country attended an HBCU, and 80 percent of Black judges are alumni of
these schools. From the Fisk Jubilee Singers who performed for Queen
Victoria to the female mathematicians who offered critical intelligence
to NASA's first human space flights, to the brilliant legal scholars who
helped dismantle structural segregation, and so many of the giants of
the Civil Rights movement who dedicated their lives to lifting up the
rights and dignity of all Americans, HBCUs have empowered graduates to
form America's cultural identity, write our national story, and
safeguard this country's most fundamental values. Our historic Vice
President Kamala Harris is a HBCU graduate, as well as Michael Regan,
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.
My Administration is helping HBCUs weather the pandemic and make tuition
more affordable for their students to continue this legacy of excellence
and inclusion. Since taking office, we have invested a historic $5.8
billion to support staffing, teaching, and campus operations at these
institutions. This includes providing HBCU students with emergency
financial aid during the pandemic and forgiving over $1.6 billion in
debt held by nearly half of all HBCUs to help them finance
infrastructure improvement projects. This summer, I announced debt
relief of up to $20,000 for low- and middle-income borrowers with
Federal student loans, easing the burden of student loan debt for so
many HBCU students and alumni. Students also have more financial
resources because my Administration increased the maximum Pell Grant by
$400 to $6,895--the largest increase in over a decade--helping 75
percent of students enrolled in HBCUs pay for their education.
Additionally, I reestablished the President's Board of Advisors on HBCUs
to bridge relationships between these schools and the private sector,
and we launched a White House initiative to help HBCUs secure additional
Federal funding. Further, I am proposing a historic investment to create
and expand HBCU programs in fields like cybersecurity, engineering, and
health care.
This is only the start of my Administration's campaign to empower HBCUs
and expand their capacity to make even greater contributions to our
society. This week and every week, we celebrate HBCUs for helping to
make this country stronger and more inclusive, and we continue to
champion and reinforce the ongoing achievements of these institutions--
because we know that when they succeed, America succeeds.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 18
through September 24, 2022, as National Historically Black Colleges and
Universities Week. I call upon educators, public officials, professional
organizations, corporations, and all Americans to observe this week with
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that acknowledge the
countless contributions these institutions and their alumni have made to
our country.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10452 of September 19, 2022
National Voter Registration Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The right to vote is the foundation of our democracy--it defines us as
Americans and serves as the cornerstone of our liberty. With it,
anything is possible in America; without it, nothing is. It is a legacy
passed down by our greatest leaders--a legacy which provides each one of
us with a voice in the creation of a better Nation. It is the source of
our power as citizens, our mightiest tool of social transformation, and
the stabilizing tradition that confers legitimacy to our system of
Government. Each year on National Voter Registration Day, we reaffirm
our conviction that democracy only works when everyone can participate,
and we encourage all eligible Americans to register to vote.
Our Nation has not always lived up to its promise of equal access to the
right to vote, and so many Americans have struggled, suffered, and died
fighting for a say in the destiny of our country. From Seneca Falls, New
York, to Selma, Alabama, to Washington, DC--and across America--ordinary
people have organized to protest disenfranchisement and won. The efforts
of these courageous women and men have led to the passage of landmark
civil rights legislation like the Voting Rights Act, the National Voter
Registration Act, and the Help America Vote Act, which extended the
blessings of democracy to millions of citizens. Lately, however, those
protections have been weakened by decisions of the Supreme Court of the
United States. Now, State legislatures are passing new forms of voting
restrictions to limit participation and choose whose vote can count at
all. As the late Representative John Lewis, an icon of the voting rights
struggle, would say, ``democracy is not a state; it is an act.'' Our
Founding Fathers understood this, as did the suffragists at the National
Women's Rights Convention of 1848, the other giants of the Civil Rights
Movement, and today's activists working for a freer, fairer, and more
accessible voting system. Just as securing and protecting voting rights
was the test of their times, it continues to be the challenge of ours.
As President, I will do everything in my power to protect the right to
vote and ensure that every American has a free and fair opportunity to
exercise this fundamental liberty. This means appointing highly
qualified advocates to the Department of Justice and doubling the
agency's voting rights enforcement staff to ensure the Department has
the resources to fight voter suppression in the courts. It also means
issuing an Executive Order to establish a whole-of-government effort to
promote access to voter registration
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and election information, especially in some of our most underserved
communities. I have directed my Administration to take historic action
to help college students and veterans register effectively. I continue
to call on the Congress to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John
Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. These laws would address election
subversion, remove dark money from politics, end partisan
gerrymandering, and fix the gaping holes in voter access left by the
Supreme Court of the United States. They would also allow the Justice
Department to halt discriminatory laws before they go into effect.
In celebration of National Voter Registration Day, let us honor the
heroes who fought to secure voting rights and expand them. I call on all
eligible Americans to ensure that their registration is up to date and
to encourage their family, neighbors, and friends to do the same. Let us
all remain engaged with the ongoing struggle to build an America where
every vote matters and where every citizen has the ability and the right
to participate freely in the democratic process. We cannot give up now.
The future of our Nation depends on it. To learn more about how to
register or check your voter registration information, you can visit
vote.gov.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 20,
2022, as National Voter Registration Day. I call on all eligible
Americans to observe this day by ensuring that they are accurately
registered and by committing to cast a ballot in upcoming elections.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10453 of September 23, 2022
National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every year, tens of millions of Americans take to the great outdoors to
hunt and fish. These time-honored traditions offer opportunities for
sport and leisure, put food on our tables, and bring families and
friends together. They embody the American spirit of adventure and
resourcefulness and inspire gratitude for the beauty and bounty of our
natural world. On National Hunting and Fishing Day, we celebrate
America's hunters and anglers for strengthening our communities and
recommit ourselves to conserving lands and waters so future generations
can enjoy these beloved pastimes.
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Hunting and fishing are more than just hobbies--they also sustain
livelihoods. They contribute billions of dollars annually to our
Nation's economy and support over a million jobs in the United States.
They bring important tourism dollars to communities and create new
business opportunities for local entrepreneurs. To strengthen these
industries, my Administration expanded hunting and fishing opportunities
on 2.1 million acres of public lands last year, one of the largest
increases in recent history. We have also proposed additional expansions
to the number of Federal land and water units within the National
Wildlife Refuge System where hunting and fishing are permitted.
The future of hunting and fishing depends on our ability to conserve
America's public lands and natural spaces. Over the years, the twin
crises of biodiversity loss and climate change have made healthy fish
and game harder to find. Hunters and anglers have been some of our
Nation's earliest conservation leaders, and they continue to be an
integral part of the solution. Additionally, for nearly a century,
Federal programs that direct revenue from equipment and license sales
have funded State and local conservation efforts throughout the country,
bringing in more than $25.5 billion to date. To bolster the impact of
these programs, my Administration recently announced a record investment
of $1.5 billion in annual funding to support State and local wildlife
and habitat conservation efforts and outdoor recreation. We also
established the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation to
coordinate efforts between the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture,
Defense-Civil Works, and Commerce to strengthen the outdoor recreation
economy. And my Administration's America the Beautiful Initiative set a
national goal of conserving at least 30 percent of our Nation's lands
and waters by 2030, launching a decade-long effort to support locally
led and voluntary conservation and restoration projects. This work is
tied to our fight against the climate crisis, our pledge to drastically
reduce emissions, and our duty to build a better, healthier world.
As we reflect on the long-cherished traditions and cultural heritage of
hunting and fishing, we recognize America's hunters and anglers in their
pursuit of adventure and commitment to conserve our natural world. We
recommit to strengthening the hunting and fishing industries in a
responsible and sustainable way while supporting the people whose
livelihoods depend on them. And we renew our efforts to build
partnerships with hunters and anglers; agricultural and forest
landowners; outdoor enthusiasts; Tribal Nations, States, and
territories; local officials; and other important stakeholders to make
public lands accessible to all Americans and keep our outdoor spaces
healthy and resilient for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 24,
2022, as National Hunting and Fishing Day. I call upon all Americans to
observe this day with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10454 of September 23, 2022
National Public Lands Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Public Lands Day, we give thanks for the precious public
lands that are the birthright of every American and at the heart of our
national pride. From national parks to monuments, conservation areas,
wildlife refuges, forests, grasslands, marine sanctuaries, reservoirs,
and lakes--these lands provide endless opportunities for adventure,
education, and respite. They are the ancestral homelands of Tribal
Nations and Indigenous peoples--sacred sites with rich heritage. They
sustain the outdoor recreation industry and strengthen our economy. They
protect biodiversity, help mitigate climate change, and make communities
more resilient to extreme weather events and natural disasters. On this
day, we acknowledge our responsibility to make our public lands
accessible to all Americans and recommit ourselves to conserving these
spaces for generations to come.
Since 1994, volunteers across our country have joined together on this
day to perform acts of service and help safeguard public lands. From the
Colorado River to the Superior National Forest, participants clean
waterways, maintain trails, reforest land, and learn about the value of
conservation. The theme of this year's National Public Lands Day is
``Giving Back Together,'' an acknowledgement of the many ways public
lands enrich our lives and a reminder of the power they have to unite us
around a common appreciation for the natural world. I encourage everyone
to visit blm.gov/national-public-lands-day and seek out volunteer
opportunities near you.
My Administration is committed to helping protect and restore America's
cherished public lands. With our Inflation Reduction Act and historic
funding from the Congress, we will tackle the climate crises by
investing in clean energy, securing funding for climate-friendly jobs,
strengthening wildfire resilience, and combatting deforestation. We will
redouble our efforts to protect old-growth forests, reestablish the
boundaries of treasured monuments, and reassert protections for
wildlife. Through the Civilian Climate Corps, we hope to put Americans
to work conserving public lands across our Nation. And with our America
the Beautiful Initiative, my Administration is working with State,
local, and Tribal governments, as well as private landowners, to
voluntarily conserve 30 percent of our Nation's lands and waters by
2030.
Additionally, we are working to ensure that our public lands--central to
our Nation's heritage--tell the full story of America and remain
accessible to all Americans. That is why I signed the Amache National
Historic Site Act to acknowledge the unjust incarceration of thousands
of civilians of Japanese ancestry at Amache during World War II. I
restored protections for the Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante, and
Northeast Canyons and Seamounts National Monuments to safeguard the
ancestral homelands of Tribal Nations, preserve vital cultural and
archaeological artifacts, and honor the history of those who stewarded
these grounds since time immemorial. Public lands reflect our past and
create opportunities for commemoration and healing for the future. It is
essential that we continue to
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make public lands accessible to all Americans so that everyone can
benefit and derive meaning from their splendor and the histories they
tell.
Today, federally managed public lands will offer free admission to all
visitors, and I encourage Americans to explore these locations. I also
invite everyone to express gratitude to the dedicated staff and
volunteers who work hard to preserve our public lands and safeguard
these national treasures for all Americans to enjoy.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 24,
2022, as National Public Lands Day. I invite all Americans to join me in
a day of service for our public lands.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10455 of September 23, 2022
Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today and always, we honor the families of American service members who
made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our lives and our liberties. Let
us remember the heroes they lost, share in their grief, and support them
as they navigate life without their loved ones by their sides.
The world teaches us time and again that peace is never guaranteed and
that the blessings of a free society can never be taken for granted. As
we again see the advance of authoritarianism around the globe, our
Nation's service members continue to preserve and defend an idea rooted
in freedom and democracy: the idea of the United States of America. They
answer duty's call, prepared to sacrifice everything to keep our country
safe and our fundamental principles strong and secure.
At every step, the families of these patriots share in the sacrifice--
their service too often unseen, their heroism too often unsung. Military
service often requires loved ones to celebrate life's milestones apart,
parents to raise children alone, and partners to forgo each other's
wisdom, comfort, and love when it is needed most. Deployments can bring
uncertainty and fear--something my family has experienced firsthand. And
for those who receive that devastating news--that their loved one is not
returning home--life is never the same.
No words can fill the hole left in the heart of each of our Nation's
Gold Star families. No ceremonies can replace the missing pieces of
their souls. But we must never fail to recognize all these families have
given for our Nation. We will uphold our fundamental duty to remember
the lives of our
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fallen warriors and honor our sacred obligation to stand by their
surviving families--always. And through my Administration's Joining
Forces initiative, we will ensure that all military and veteran
families, caregivers, and survivors have what they need to begin
healing.
On Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, our country renews its pledge to
ensure that these heroes' families have the resources and the support
they need in their loved ones' absences. We honor the Gold Star families
who are there for one another even in their own grief, bringing solace
to others who understand their pain. And on behalf of a grateful Nation,
we thank these families for their service and their sacrifice. May God
bless our troops and may God bless our Gold Star families.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 of June 23, 1936 (49 Stat.
1895 as amended), has designated the last Sunday in September as ``Gold
Star Mother's Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Sunday, September
25, 2022, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day. I call upon all
Government officials to display the flag of the United States over
Government buildings on this special day. I also encourage the American
people to display the flag and hold appropriate ceremonies as a public
expression of our Nation's gratitude and respect for our Gold Star
Mothers and Families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10456 of September 30, 2022
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we highlight the importance of
safeguarding our Nation's critical infrastructure from malicious cyber
activity and protecting citizens and businesses from ransomware and
other attacks. We also raise awareness about the simple steps Americans
can take to secure their sensitive data and stay safe online.
Cyberattacks affect our day-to-day lives, our economy, and our national
security. By destroying, corrupting, or stealing information from our
computer systems and networks, they can impact electric grids and fuel
pipelines, hospitals and police departments, businesses and schools, and
many other critical services that Americans trust and rely on every day.
That is why my Administration started working immediately to shield our
country and improve our defenses against cyberattacks.
Last year, I signed an Executive Order to modernize the Federal
Government's cybersecurity defenses and create a standard playbook for
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agencies to better identify and mitigate cyber threats and to respond
quickly and effectively when they are attacked. It also improves Federal
information security by establishing robust security standards for
software purchased by the Government, which in turn raises the standard
of cybersecurity in software products sold to the American people. My
Administration is using the enormous purchasing power of the Federal
Government to move the market standard to better protect Americans.
However, Government cannot meet our cyber resilience goals alone. The
private sector owns and operates much of our Nation's critical
infrastructure, and my Administration is committed to partnering with
private industry to keep the public safe. We have required minimum
cybersecurity standards for vital sectors of the American economy,
including new security directives issued by the Transportation Security
Administration to strengthen our transportation sector and associated
infrastructure. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are
investing in cybersecurity as a critical component in everything we
build, from bridges to the electrical grid. We will also continue
exchanging information with private industry about cyber threats so they
can keep strengthening their defenses and ensure that the critical
services they provide to the American people stay up and running.
The challenges before us require urgency and cooperation around the
globe. That is why we are also joining with our international partners
to hold malicious cyber actors accountable for their disruptive and
destabilizing cyber-attacks and to make it harder for them to conduct
damaging activities. My Administration's international Counter-
Ransomware Initiative brings together more than 30 countries spanning 13
time-zones to disrupt malicious cyber activity around the world.
Cybersecurity is not limited to Government or critical infrastructure.
Hackers target Americans every day, and cybersecurity is about
protecting the American people and the services we rely on. This month,
I encourage all Americans to increase their cybersecurity at home, at
work, and in schools by taking steps such as enabling multi-factor
authentication, using a trusted password manager and strong passwords,
recognizing and reporting phishing, and updating their software
regularly. As the threat of malicious cyber activities grows, we must
all do our part to keep our Nation safe and secure.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
Cybersecurity Awareness Month. I call upon the people, businesses, and
institutions of the United States to recognize the importance of
cybersecurity, to take action to better protect yourselves against cyber
threats, and to observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month in support of our
national security and resilience.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10457 of September 30, 2022
National Arts and Humanities Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
For centuries, American arts and humanities have been a beacon of light
and understanding, recording our history and advancing new ways of
thinking. This National Arts and Humanities month, we celebrate our
Nation's visionary artists, scholars, and creators whose work touches
and reveals the soul of America.
My Administration is committed to making the arts and humanities more
accessible to people of every age and background, uplifting more voices,
inspiring new generations, and showing the full power of our example as
a great Nation. We have invested hundreds of millions of dollars in
strengthening the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the National
Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and our American Rescue Plan
allocated over a billion more to help museums, libraries, theaters,
concert halls, and other venues recover from the pandemic.
This critical support comes on top of a historic Executive Order I
signed this week to promote the arts, humanities, and museum and library
services. The order re-establishes the President's Committee on the Arts
and Humanities, and directs cooperation among Federal agencies and
offices to strengthen our Nation's health, economy, equity, and civic
life through these disciplines. Additionally, I am proud to have
appointed Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson to chair the NEA, the first African
American and Mexican American to head the agency, and Shelly C. Lowe to
chair the NEH, the first Native American in that role. Together, we will
keep working to support artists, scholars, and leaders who look like
America and will help tell our full story as a Nation.
The NEH charter says it best: Democracy demands wisdom. The steps we are
taking this month will support American creators and communities, foster
new understanding, and inspire us all to tackle our toughest challenges
and keep pushing forward to form a more perfect Union.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Arts and Humanities Month. I call on the people of the United
States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
celebrations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10458 of September 30, 2022
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Far too many Americans face the overwhelming shock of a breast cancer
diagnosis. They are flooded with new information, worried about loved
ones, and at times unable to afford treatment--all the while staring
down life's toughest questions. During National Breast Cancer Awareness
Month, we rededicate ourselves to supporting patients and their
families, boosting access to care, and raising awareness about the life-
saving importance of early screening. We honor all those we have lost to
this terrible disease and celebrate the courageous survivors and
advocates fighting to beat it, along with the loved ones and medical
providers who have their backs every day.
Cancer changes everyone and every family it touches, including ours--and
breast cancer is the second most common form of the disease among women
in the United States. One in eight women will be diagnosed in their
lifetimes, including an expected 290,000 just this year. Fortunately, we
are making progress in our fight to end cancer as we know it. The
investments our Nation has made in research and screening technologies
have been transformative. Groundbreaking immunotherapies and other new
treatments have changed the prognosis for so many, and early detection
is our most important tool. When found early, the 5-year survival rate
is now 99 percent.
There is so much more that the greatest Nation in the world can and must
do to get every American access to the care they need. This year, Jill
and I reignited the Cancer Moonshot program that we first launched in
2016. We set a game-changing goal of cutting the overall cancer death
rate by half in the next 25 years and brought leaders from 20-plus
offices and agencies together to form a Cancer Cabinet to get it done.
To accelerate research, my Administration also created ARPA-H, the
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. Modeled on DARPA--the
Pentagon agency that gave us the internet and GPS--ARPA-H will drive
breakthroughs in preventing, detecting, and treating diseases like
cancer. We are working to ensure that clinical trials recruit
participants who reflect the full diversity of our Nation and find
therapies that better preserve patients' quality of life. A cancer
diagnosis is not only frightening but also a doorway into a confusing
world of appointments, costs, and care. Patients and their families need
information and support, which is why the First Lady has worked to
highlight programs that put people at the center of their care.
At the same time, my Administration is working to boost access to life-
saving screenings and treatments. That means safeguarding the Affordable
Care Act, which requires insurers to cover mammograms and stops them
from turning away survivors by listing cancer as a ``preexisting
condition.'' It also means pushing to expand Medicaid so low-income
Americans do not have to choose between paying the rent or paying for
life-saving care. To that end, we made sure that the American Rescue
Plan lowered health insurance costs for millions of families, and the
Inflation Reduction Act will now lock in those lower premiums while also
capping the amount of
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money seniors pay for prescription drugs, including cancer drugs, at
$2,000 a year.
Finally, we are also joining with advocates to raise awareness about the
life-saving importance of breast cancer screenings. Jill has dedicated
herself to this work since 1993, when four of her friends were diagnosed
with breast cancer in just 1 year. She later founded the Biden Breast
Health Initiative, which educated high school girls in Delaware about
breast health and encouraged them to spread the word to their own family
members. As First Lady, she has traveled the country to encourage
everyone to get the cancer screenings they need. Nearly 10 million life-
saving screenings were missed during the pandemic. The First Lady and I
call on all Americans to make sure they are caught up.
As so many families know too well, cancer can rip lives apart forever.
Beating it is one of the biggest things we can do--as individuals and
together as a Nation. This work transcends party and politics, and there
is nothing we cannot do when we come together as Americans. For all
those we have lost and for the ones we can save, let us rededicate
ourselves this month to ending cancer and keep building this moonshot
into a movement worthy of the precious lives at stake.
More information on breast cancer is available at cancer.gov/types/
breast. Information specialists at the National Cancer Institute are
also available to help answer cancer-related questions in English and
Spanish at 1-800-422-6237. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection
Program provides breast cancer screenings and diagnostic services to
those with low incomes who are uninsured or otherwise qualify for the
program. Americans can learn more about this program at cdc.gov/cancer/
nbccedp/screenings.htm.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I encourage citizens, government
agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other
interested groups to join in activities that will increase awareness of
what Americans can do to prevent and control breast cancer, and pay
tribute to those who have lost their lives to this disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10459 of September 30, 2022
National Clean Energy Action Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Clean Energy Action Month, we strive to turn the climate
crisis into opportunity and recommit to moving America to a clean energy
future. By leading the world in manufacturing and exporting clean energy
technologies, creating good-paying union jobs, lowering costs for
families, and addressing environmental injustice, the United States can
meet one of the most consequential challenges of our time.
During my first year in office, my Administration set a groundbreaking
goal: to cut our Nation's greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030,
reach 100 percent clean electricity by 2035, and achieve net-zero
greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. We have made significant progress,
creating the first-ever National Climate Task Force, reinstating and
strengthening environmental protections, and inspiring record-breaking
private sector commitments to transition to clean energy.
I have also signed key legislation to propel us toward these goals,
including the historic Inflation Reduction Act, which is the largest
investment to combat climate change in American history. This law will
create a generation of good-paying jobs by expanding clean energy. It
provides consumers with tax credits to buy electric cars or fuel cell
vehicles, saving costs at the gas pump. It helps families keep cool in
the summer and warm in the winter with rebates for efficient appliances
and home weatherization. And it strengthens our energy security with
incentives for clean energy production. In total, this law will save
families hundreds of dollars per year in energy costs and reduce our
Nation's greenhouse gas emissions by a billion metric tons in the year
2030 alone.
These actions build on my Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure
Law, an unprecedented investment to fortify our infrastructure against
the climate crisis. Through this law, we are modernizing public transit
with the latest clean energy technology, upgrading our power grid, and
implementing a nationwide electric vehicle charging network. We are
funding thousands of miles of new, resilient transmission lines to
deliver clean energy to American homes and businesses. We are fortifying
our grid to improve our energy security and independence. Most
importantly, we are creating jobs across the country, putting plumbers,
pipefitters, electrical workers, steel workers, and so many others to
work on projects that support families and help tackle the climate
crisis.
My Administration will prioritize ensuring that frontline and fence-line
communities most impacted by climate change receive the benefits of the
clean energy economy. That is why I made a commitment to deliver 40
percent of the benefits from Federal investments in climate and clean
energy to disadvantaged communities and why I established a White House
Environmental Justice Advisory Council in my first month in office. At
the same time, we take seriously our responsibility to create new, good-
paying jobs for the hardworking Americans in energy communities that
have powered our economy for over a century and often suffer from legacy
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caused by fossil fuels. To this end, we are helping these communities
access the resources they need to spur economic revitalization and clean
up environmental pollution.
The climate crisis is here. Our Nation--and the world--sits at an
inflection point. By investing in clean energy, modernizing our
infrastructure, and ensuring that everyone benefits in the process, we
can build a safer, healthier, and more energy-secure future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Clean Energy Action Month. I call upon the citizens of the
United States to recognize this month by working together to mitigate
climate change and achieve a healthier environment for all.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10460 of September 30, 2022
National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we celebrate the
essential contributions to our workplaces, economy, and Nation made by
disabled Americans and recommit to promoting equal opportunity for all
people.
For far too long in this country, employers could refuse to hire you if
you were disabled. Stores could turn you away. If you used a wheelchair,
there was no real way to take a bus or train to work or school. America
simply was not built for all Americans. In 1945, President Truman
established National Disability Employment Awareness Month and issued
the first national call for disabled people to access all the
opportunities and rewards of work. Forty-five years later, in 1990, the
Congress came together to pass the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), which helps to ensure our workforce is more productive,
prosperous, and inclusive by banning disability discrimination,
including in the workplace. Courageous activists of all backgrounds had
fought for decades to lay the groundwork and change public
consciousness, and I was proud to cosponsor this groundbreaking civil
rights law. Since then, the ADA has not only transformed lives, but it
has also inspired over 180 other countries to pass similar laws and
brought us closer to realizing the full promise of our Nation.
Still, we have a long way to go. Studies have found that Americans with
disabilities are especially productive and motivated workers--but they
still have a harder time getting jobs, promotions, and fair pay. They
are three times less likely than others to be employed and often earn
sub-minimum
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wages for their work. That is wrong. We have an obligation to change
that, and as the Nation's largest employer, the Federal Government has a
responsibility to set an example as a model workplace where everyone is
valued and treated with respect. Last year, I issued an Executive Order
putting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility front and center
across the entire Federal Government. To ensure our Federal workforce
actually looks like America, the Executive Order directs agencies to
find and remove barriers to hiring and promotion and to recruit more
recent graduates with disabilities.
Meanwhile, my Administration's Labor Department is protecting the rights
of workers with disabilities in the private sector, cracking down on
employers who discriminate, and ending the unfair use of sub-minimum
wages. The Departments of Education, Labor, Health and Human Services,
and the Social Security Administration, are helping State and local
governments, employers, and nonprofits that hire people with
disabilities to access funding for competitive integrated employment
opportunities. My Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is
expanding access to transit, updating old train stations and airports so
more people with disabilities can travel and work. We are working to
ease the added threat the pandemic has posed to the disabled community
and its support networks. Where long COVID has now risen to the level of
a disability, we are helping people understand their rights and get the
workplace accommodations they need.
This month, let us acknowledge workers with disabilities who make our
communities, our economy, and our Nation stronger. Let us continue the
legacy of generations of disability rights activists who have fought for
equal employment opportunities, integrated workplaces, and equal pay for
equal work. Let us deliver the promise of America to all Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Disability Employment Awareness Month. I urge all Americans to
embrace the talents and skills that workers with disabilities bring and
to promote the right to equal employment opportunity for all.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10461 of September 30, 2022
National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
While our Nation has made significant progress in addressing domestic
violence by responding to the stories and leadership of courageous
survivors,
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as well as through advocacy and legislative action, domestic violence
nonetheless remains all too common in America. During National Domestic
Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, we continue to shine a light on
the causes of this scourge, strengthen the ability of Federal, State,
Tribal, territorial, and local officials to take action, and call on all
communities to strengthen prevention efforts. My Administration is
working to ensure that all survivors have access to justice and the
support they need for their healing and well-being.
When I introduced the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in the Senate in
1990 with the support of many members of the Congress and community
advocates, we began to bring these cases of abuse out of the shadows.
For too long, few in this country were willing to call domestic violence
a national epidemic. VAWA increased survivors' access to services and
support, empowered Federal law enforcement to hold perpetrators
accountable, and enhanced the enforcement of protection orders across
State lines. In March of this year, I was proud to sign the VAWA
Reauthorization Act of 2022 into law, which extends all current VAWA
grant programs until 2027 and increases services and support for all
survivors, including by strengthening access to services for survivors
from underserved or marginalized communities. It also enhances evidence-
based, trauma-informed trainings for law enforcement officers involved
in assisting victims and investigating these crimes.
While we know that VAWA is making a significant difference, we also know
that much work still remains. Millions of women and men are impacted by
some form of intimate partner abuse each year. Domestic violence can
cause injury, fear, post-traumatic stress disorder, housing insecurity,
missed school or work, and other devastating consequences. Historically
underserved populations, including LGBTQI+ survivors, persons with
disabilities, immigrants, racial and ethnic minorities, and American
Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians face some of the highest
rates of domestic and sexual violence, along with additional barriers to
safety and support. The effects of this epidemic stretch well beyond the
home, impacting extended families, schools, and the workplace.
Over the past three decades, I have continued this commitment to
preventing and addressing domestic violence and all forms of gender-
based violence. To strengthen our support for victims during the
pandemic, when we saw a rise in domestic violence as survivors
experienced increased isolation, economic insecurity, and barriers to
accessing help, my Administration increased funding for shelters and
supportive service providers and offered targeted resources to
culturally-specific, community-based organizations that address the
needs of survivors in marginalized communities. In total, we have
invested nearly $1 billion in supplemental funding from our American
Rescue Plan to bolster these programs.
I also created the White House Gender Policy Council and called for the
development of the first-ever Government-wide National Action Plan to
End Gender-Based Violence, as well as updates to the 2016 United States
Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Globally. These
strategies will provide a roadmap to guide my Administration's whole-of-
government effort to end domestic violence, sexual assault, and other
forms of gender-based violence.
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My efforts did not stop there. Last year, I signed the National Defense
Authorization Act to fundamentally shift how the military investigates
and prosecutes domestic violence, sexual assault, and related crimes. I
also issued an Executive Order to implement important reforms to the
military code. We owe it to those who bravely wear our Nation's uniform
to improve support for survivors and expand prevention of all forms of
gender-based violence.
In July, I signed the Safer Communities Act and provided significant
resources for States to implement extreme risk protection order laws and
also expanded measures to prevent abusers convicted of assaulting their
current or former dating partners from buying or owning guns. Millions
of women across America report being threatened with a gun by an
intimate partner, and evidence suggests that when a gun is present, the
risk of death from domestic violence is five times greater.
Additionally, because cyberstalking, sextortion, and other forms of
intimate partner violence involving technology are becoming increasingly
common, we established a new White House Task Force to Address Online
Harassment and Abuse and expanded efforts to prevent and address these
harms.
As we continue the essential work of ending domestic violence, we can
all help build a culture where abuse is not tolerated and where
survivors are heard, supported, and protected. We can express our
gratitude to the remarkable people and organizations that offer care and
critical services to survivors of domestic violence, and we must remain
committed to building a better world where all people can feel safe and
respected and live free from abuse.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. I call on all
Americans to speak out against domestic violence and support efforts to
educate all people about healthy relationships centered on respect;
support victims and survivors in your own families and networks; and
support the efforts of victim advocates, service providers, health care
providers, and the legal system, as well as the leadership of survivors,
in working to end domestic violence.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10462 of September 30, 2022
National Youth Justice Action Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Youth Justice Action Month, we recommit to transforming
our juvenile justice system, shifting its focus from punishment to
support--
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from the past to the future. By investing more in all children's health
and well-being, our youth can build a foundation for full lives and our
whole country can benefit from their unlimited potential.
Every child in America deserves a fair shot through good schools, safe
communities, and equal opportunities. But some 36,000 young Americans
remain confined in juvenile residential facilities, too often stuck in
unsafe environments, facing adult charges or severe sentences, and
living with untreated trauma that keeps them from moving forward. Young
people of color and young people with disabilities are
disproportionately affected. We are not giving America's children the
second chances they deserve. It is time to rethink our system in order
to better reach the young people who need us most with guidance and
support to keep them from coming in contact with the criminal justice
system in the first place.
My Administration has invested historic amounts in improving our youth
justice system, increasing funding for the Department of Justice's
Juvenile Justice Programs, which had seen sharp cuts. We have also
invested in schools, mentorship, and job training programs, providing
more than $120 billion of American Rescue Plan funding to help schools
safely reopen during the pandemic, to hire more teachers and counselors,
to launch afterschool and summer tutoring programs that help kids catch
up, and to meet changing mental health needs. My Administration more
than doubled funding for Full-Service Community Schools that support
students and their families outside the classroom with important
services like health care and career counseling. We have launched a
national partnership to recruit 250,000 Americans to serve as tutors and
mentors and called on the Congress to fund new programs that would turn
juvenile detention facilities into job-training centers. Once young
people come in contact with the justice system, we are working to make
sure they are treated fairly--boosting access to lawyers who will fight
for them and safely expanding alternatives to incarceration, including
intensive job training and mentorship programs. Once they leave the
system, we are helping youth to find housing, jobs, and other support.
We are also urging States to expunge, seal, or vacate juvenile records
where appropriate so more young Americans can move forward and build
lives of dignity and opportunity.
This month, I stand with youth justice advocates in urging States and
communities across the country to do more to help every child realize
their full promise. I will never quit working to strengthen America's
commitment to justice and building a system focused on redemption and
rehabilitation, especially for our children.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Youth Justice Action Month. I call upon all Americans to
observe this month by taking action to support our youth and by
participating in appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs in
their communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10463 of September 30, 2022
National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, we rededicate
ourselves to transforming the lives of America's youth through
prevention. We commit to building and supporting communities where young
Americans can live healthy and fulfilling lives, free from the dangers
of substance use, laying the groundwork for strong future generations.
Our country has been battered by twin crises in recent years: an
overdose epidemic and COVID-19. Last year, a record 107,000 Americans
died of drug overdoses, ripping a hole in families across every
community in the Nation. More than a thousand of those who died were
teenagers--sons, daughters, sisters, brothers, and friends who still had
their whole lives ahead of them. We cannot let that continue. My
Administration is drawing on evidence-based strategies to prevent
substance use and to intervene early so we can help keep America's young
people healthy and safe. We are supporting programs that teach young
people about the risks of drug and alcohol use--including the dangers of
illicit fentanyl and counterfeit pills--and about the life-saving power
of naloxone.
Preventing substance use during adolescence has been shown to
significantly reduce the chance of developing a substance use disorder
later in life. For every dollar we spend today on effective school-based
prevention programs, we save $18 in the future by avoiding potential
medical costs and boosting productivity on the job. Prevention programs
also make young people less likely to one day have children who use
substances, highlighting the far-reaching value these efforts have
across generations.
Americans can all agree that this work is critical--irrespective of
their political party affiliation. That is why I made beating the opioid
epidemic--our Nation's most deadly drug use crisis--a pillar of the
bipartisan Unity Agenda that I unveiled in this year's State of the
Union. I know that together, with resources and smart policy, we can
overcome it. Last year, we invested nearly $4 billion in American Rescue
Plan funds to expand mental health and substance use services and to
help school districts increase the number of social workers on staff by
as much as 54 percent. My Fiscal Year 2023 budget proposes $3.1 billion
in National Drug Control funding for prevention, nearly $850 million
more than last year. We have already provided more than $120 billion for
quality tutoring, mental health, and afterschool programs. We are
supporting Drug-Free Communities coalitions in all 50 States, giving
local communities the tools and resources to address their own youth
substance use issues in ways that are culturally appropriate. We are
working to ensure that States leverage Medicaid funding to support
schools providing mental health and substance use care to our youth. We
are also working to ensure full parity between physical and mental
health care so all Americans have access to quality, affordable care,
including for substance use.
This month, I call on everyone--parents, siblings, friends, neighbors,
teachers, community members, and more--to reach out to the young people
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their lives to share information, promote healthy lifestyles, and help
transform lives through evidence-based substance use prevention. We
thank every individual and every organization working on the front lines
to prevent youth substance use. And we renew our commitment to building
a healthier and more supportive Nation where all young people can reach
their full potential and achieve their dreams. I will never quit
fighting to get everyone the support and resources needed to beat this
crisis. No one is ever alone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2022 as
National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month. Let us all take action to
implement practice and evidence-based prevention strategies and improve
the health of our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10464 of September 30, 2022
National Community Policing Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Public trust is the foundation of public safety. Without trust in law
enforcement, victims do not call for help, witnesses do not step
forward, crimes go unsolved, and justice is not served. When police
officers build trust with the public, they make our communities safer
and our Nation more secure. This is the essence of community policing.
This week, we reaffirm that safe, effective, and accountable community
policing is the gold standard for law enforcement and recommit to
supporting officers with the resources they need to do their jobs
successfully and responsibly.
Police officers swear an oath to protect us from harm, uphold the rule
of law, and serve their communities. While this job has always demanded
excellence, working in law enforcement today is harder than it has ever
been. Officers are expected to be everything all at once--from rescuing
citizens from natural disasters, accidents, and crime to serving as
counselors to people experiencing a mental health or substance use
crisis. Law enforcement is noble and dangerous work that requires
adequate resources and collaboration from community stakeholders.
That is why my Administration is helping officers tackle the complex
challenges they face on the job each day while building public trust in
the process. Through my Administration's American Rescue Plan, we
secured historic funding to help States and cities hire officers for
safe, accountable, and effective community policing, crime prevention,
and intervention. We committed more Federal resources to support State
and local law enforcement in 2021 than almost any other year on record.
This year, through a
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bipartisan budget deal, we secured over $511 million for the Department
of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Office. And my
Administration has awarded Department of Justice (DOJ) grants to State,
local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to hire
community policing professionals, to develop and test innovative
policing strategies, and to provide training on collaborative policing
approaches. I have also called for increased support for the DOJ's
Project Safe Neighborhoods, which brings together law enforcement
officials, prosecutors, community leaders, and other stakeholders to
produce local solutions to violent crime.
Additionally, this year I was proud to sign an Executive Order to help
build trust between law enforcement and communities across America and
enhance public safety. It calls for a fresh approach to recruiting,
training, retaining, and recognizing officers who embody and exemplify
the highest standards of the profession. The Executive Order mandates
that all Federal agents wear and activate body cameras while on patrol,
directs agencies to promote officer wellness, and creates a new national
law enforcement accountability database in which all Federal law
enforcement agencies must participate. This database will include
records of officer misconduct as well as commendations and awards.
There is still much more we can do. This summer, I outlined my
Administration's Safer America Plan--an investment in police who walk
the beat, know the neighborhood, and are accountable to those they are
sworn to serve and protect. This plan would help State and local police
departments recruit, hire, and train 100,000 additional officers for
safe, effective, and accountable community policing consistent with the
standards in the Executive Order I signed. It would also help States,
cities, Tribes, and territories increase mental health and substance use
disorder services and crisis responders for non-violent situations to
reduce the burden on police officers. This action builds on my
Administration's work to help States establish ``Mobile Crisis
Intervention Teams'' that provide individuals experiencing a mental
health or substance use crisis with rapid access to mental health
professionals. My Safer America Plan will also address the root causes
of crime and the burden on officers so they can focus on policing by
investing $20 billion in housing, job training, reentry, youth
enrichment, and other stabilizing social services.
I believe the vast majority of Americans want the same things from law
enforcement: trust, safety, and accountability. Effective community
policing can lower incidents of violent crime, decrease the occurrences
of unjustified uses of force, build trust and community, and help
address the long-standing inequities in our criminal justice system,
which disproportionately affect people of color and people with
disabilities.
During National Community Policing Week, I call on communities across
our Nation to invest in strengthening relationships between officers and
the individuals they serve and protect. I also encourage local
residents, business owners, and other community stakeholders to
collaborate with law enforcement, identify initiatives that will help
build mutual trust, and help prevent crime. When Americans work together
with common purpose and with mutual trust and respect, we can make this
Nation stronger and keep our people safer.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
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the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2 through
October 8, 2022, as National Community Policing Week. I call upon law
enforcement agencies, elected officials, and all Americans to observe
this week by recognizing ways to improve public safety, build trust, and
strengthen community relationships.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10465 of September 30, 2022
Child Health Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Across America, parents are united by a common dream that their
children's lives will be healthier, happier, and more promising than
their own. On Child Health Day, we rededicate ourselves to making that
dream a reality and recommit to providing every child with the quality
health care, child care, and education they need to thrive.
Supporting our children means--first and foremost--keeping them safe.
The devastating truth is that guns are currently the number one cause of
death for children in the United States. That is not acceptable, and it
is why I signed the first major bipartisan law in nearly 30 years to
keep firearms out of the hands of people who are a danger to themselves
and to others, protecting innocent children from rampant gun violence--
especially in schools. This is just the beginning; I will continue to
push for an assault weapon ban that will limit access to these dangerous
weapons on American streets and in our communities. No child should have
to live in fear.
At the same time, no parent should have to lie awake at night wondering
how they will pay for the treatment or hospital care their child needs.
Thanks to the American Rescue Plan and other key initiatives of my
Administration, one million children have gained health coverage since I
came into office. My Inflation Reduction Act will also lower health
insurance premiums for 13 million Americans. To give hardworking parents
more breathing room during the pandemic, I expanded the child tax
credit--a measure estimated to have helped cut child poverty by over 40
percent last year. This money was a life-changer for families who too
often must choose between a paycheck and taking care of themselves and
their loved ones. Additionally, in September, I convened the first White
House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in over 50 years, at
which we released a national strategy to create a pathway to free,
healthy school meals for all children--beginning by expanding free
school meals to 9 million more kids by 2032.
My Administration's efforts to tackle the national mental health crisis,
especially among our Nation's youth, build on these important measures.
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Today, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people
between the ages of 10 and 24, and over the past several years, mental
health emergencies have increased among youth of all ages. In response,
my Administration is making it easier for children across America to
access mental health specialists through their pediatricians' offices.
We are helping to address the harms of social media use on youth mental
health and investing billions of dollars to expand access to mental
health services and professionals in schools. We are also educating
States on ways to leverage all Federal resources, including Medicaid, to
improve the delivery of health care in schools. Already, we are making
progress. As of July, the number of school social workers has risen 54
percent relative to the years before the pandemic. In the same period,
the number of counselors is up 22 percent, and the number of school
nurses has also increased by 22 percent.
To protect our children from the COVID-19 pandemic, my Administration
rolled out vaccines for children 6 months and older, helping to ensure
that kids and infants can be safer in all public spaces, including
classrooms and daycares. We are delivering affordable high-speed
internet to every American so students no longer have to sit in fast
food parking lots just to use the Wi-Fi to do their homework. I secured
funding to help replace every single lead pipe in the Nation so no one
has to second-guess the quality of the water their child is drinking.
The Inflation Reduction Act will also replace thousands of diesel school
buses with electric buses, saving our kids from inhaling dangerous
fumes.
I know there is so much more work to do to build a future worthy of the
hopes and dreams of our children. We must secure free, high-quality
preschool for every American child and lower health care costs even more
for American families. I continue calling for tax breaks for middle-
class parents and for new laws that keep our children safe from violence
at school and at home. I will do everything in my power to tackle the
climate crisis and pass down a healthier planet to future generations.
To win the competition for the future, we must continue building a
healthier and safer Nation for our children. Our families and our
country depend on it.
The Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 18, 1928, as amended
(36 U.S.C. 105), has called for the designation of the first Monday in
October as Child Health Day and has requested that the President issue a
proclamation in observance of this day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Monday, October 3,
2022, as Child Health Day. I call upon families, child health
professionals, faith-based and community organizations, and governments
to help ensure that America's children stay safe and healthy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10466 of October 5, 2022
German-American Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Since 1683, when thirteen families arrived in Philadelphia and founded
the first German settlement in North America, generations of Germans
have put their faith in the promises of this land and set down roots in
communities across this country. On German-American Day, we honor the
German immigrants who added their dreams to the American story, and we
celebrate their descendants who continue to nurture and enrich the soul
of this Nation.
From championing the anti-slavery movement to helping establish the
freedom of the press, from introducing the concept of kindergarten to
advocating for universal education, and from inspiring the music we love
to influencing the food we eat and beer we drink--German-Americans have
strengthened our Nation's character and sustained our progress and
prosperity. Today, they are leaders in every industry and every
community, spearheading innovation and making essential contributions to
our Nation's success.
On German-American Day, let us also reaffirm the United States' vital
alliance with Germany and our enduring bonds to its people. As the
closest of friends, the most reliable of partners, and strong NATO
Allies, our countries work together around the world to advance our
shared commitment to democratic principles, human rights, and the rules-
based international order. Together, we will continue to stand against
authoritarianism and advance freedom and opportunity for all people.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim October 6, 2022, as German-American Day.
I urge all Americans to celebrate the rich and varied history of German-
Americans and remember the many contributions they have made to our
Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10467 of October 6, 2022
Granting Pardon for the Offense of Simple Possession of Marijuana
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Acting pursuant to the grant of authority in Article II, Section 2, of
the Constitution of the United States, I, Joseph R. Biden Jr., do hereby
grant a full, complete, and unconditional pardon to (1) all current
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents who committed the
offense of simple possession of marijuana in violation of the Controlled
Substances Act, as currently codified at 21 U.S.C. 844 and as previously
codified elsewhere in the United States Code, or in violation of D.C.
Code 48-904.01(d)(1), on or before the date of this proclamation,
regardless of whether they have been charged with or prosecuted for this
offense on or before the date of this proclamation; and (2) all current
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents who have been
convicted of the offense of simple possession of marijuana in violation
of the Controlled Substances Act, as currently codified at 21 U.S.C. 844
and as previously codified elsewhere in the United States Code, or in
violation of D.C. Code 48-904.01(d)(1); which pardon shall restore to
them full political, civil, and other rights.
My intent by this proclamation is to pardon only the offense of simple
possession of marijuana in violation of Federal law or in violation of
D.C. Code 48-904.01(d)(1), and not any other offenses related to
marijuana or other controlled substances. No language herein shall be
construed to pardon any person for any other offense, including
possession of other controlled substances, whether committed prior,
subsequent, or contemporaneous to the pardoned offense of simple
possession of marijuana. This pardon does not apply to individuals who
were non-citizens not lawfully present in the United States at the time
of their offense.
Pursuant to this proclamation, the Attorney General, acting through the
Pardon Attorney, shall administer and effectuate the issuance of
certificates of pardon to eligible applicants who have been charged or
convicted for the offense of simple possession of marijuana in violation
of the Controlled Substances Act, as currently codified at 21 U.S.C. 844
and as previously codified elsewhere in the United States Code, or in
violation of D.C. Code 48-904.01(d)(1). The Attorney General, acting
through the Pardon Attorney, is directed to develop and announce
application procedures for certificates of pardon and to begin accepting
applications in accordance with such procedures as soon as reasonably
practicable. The Attorney General, acting through the Pardon Attorney,
shall review all properly submitted applications and shall issue
certificates of pardon to eligible applicants in due course.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10468 of October 6, 2022
National Manufacturing Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Manufacturing is the backbone of America, powering our economy and
building our middle class. Over the past year and a half, we have been
making ``Buy American'' a reality, not just a slogan, and bringing jobs
and companies home. This year's National Manufacturing Day comes in the
midst of an American manufacturing boom, as we celebrate the strength
and resilience of the American worker and recommit to the investments
and innovation that will ensure the future is Made in America.
Throughout the pandemic, even as factories closed and supply chains
stalled, American workers showed incredible ingenuity and resolve to
keep our country moving forward. Today, we are experiencing the
strongest manufacturing rebound at this point in a presidency in 3
decades, adding 668,000 manufacturing jobs since my Administration
began. Employers have announced $200 billion in new manufacturing
investments here since 2021, and manufacturing construction has more
than doubled as companies are betting on America again. But to really
guarantee our economic strength and national security, we have to do
more by investing in infrastructure, innovation, and our own supply
chains to bring prices down and good-paying union jobs home.
That is why last fall, I signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a
once-in-a-generation investment in America's roads, bridges, railways,
and ports, which will boost demand for American iron, steel, and
construction materials. It is why we are helping to train the workforce
of the future--supporting STEM education and tech hubs across the
country, pushing companies to partner with community colleges and
technical schools, and bolstering Registered Apprenticeships and pre-
apprenticeship programs funded by the American Rescue Plan. It is why we
are using the Government's purchasing power to grow the market for
American-made goods. One of the first things I did as President was
tighten Federal ``Buy American'' provisions, raising the amount of
required domestic content from 55 percent to 75 percent. When the
Federal Government spends taxpayer dollars, it should spend them on
American-made products.
Meanwhile, we are investing in tomorrow's biggest industries--clean
energy; advanced biotechnology; quantum computing; and semiconductors,
the computer chips that power everything from smartphones to dishwashers
and cars. In August, I signed the CHIPS and Science Act, securing
significant funding for domestic manufacturing and research and
development. America invented the semiconductor; this law brings it back
home--and it is already drawing tens of billions of dollars in private-
sector investment and will create tens of thousands of jobs. I also
recently signed the game-changing Inflation Reduction Act, which
allocates a record $369 billion to fight climate change, boosting demand
for energy-efficient appliances, homes, and cars and creating millions
of good-paying clean-energy and clean-manufacturing jobs.
America is the only Nation in the world that can be defined in a single
word: possibilities. American manufacturing makes those possibilities
real.
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Today, on National Manufacturing Day, thousands of manufacturers across
the country are opening their doors to give a new generation of
students, teachers, and builders a glimpse of the opportunities that a
career in modern manufacturing offers. We stand with them and commit to
winning not just the jobs of today but the jobs and industries of
tomorrow. The United States is in a position to outcompete the world
once again.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 7, 2022,
as National Manufacturing Day. I encourage all Americans to look for
ways to get involved in your community and join me in participating in
National Manufacturing Day, and, most importantly, buy American.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10469 of October 7, 2022
Fire Prevention Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In 1920, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed October 9th the first Fire
Prevention Day, calling on the public to learn more about the risks of
deadly fires and commemorating the thousands who had lost their lives to
these tragedies. More than a century later, our Nation observes Fire
Prevention Week by renewing our commitment to fire safety and
preparedness and taking steps to prevent fires in our homes, schools,
workplaces, and the great outdoors. We also honor the bravery and
heroism of our firefighters, who gear up time and again and rush into
harm's way to protect our communities.
In the past year, our Nation has suffered some of its deadliest fires in
recent history. Americans have lost their homes and their businesses.
Thousands have tragically lost their lives. Wildfires are becoming more
frequent and ferocious, destroying neighborhoods and natural resources
and displacing families and communities. Super-charged by the climate
crisis--which has exacerbated drought conditions and increased
temperatures--these devastating wildfires have wiped out millions of
acres of forest and so many homes.
Whenever the First Lady and I visit with families in the aftermath of a
fire, we witness their incredible courage and resolve--even though, in
many cases, they have just lost everything. We see people step up for
one another, neighbors take each other in, and local businesses donate
essential goods to those in need. With each visit, we are also reminded
of the character of our Nation's firefighters, who put their lives on
the line with remarkable selflessness and extraordinary bravery that
inspire everyone.
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For our firefighters and our communities, we have a responsibility to
act now and act fast to mitigate the risk of wildfires. My
Administration is investing billions from our Bipartisan Infrastructure
Law in forest management, including the management of hazardous fuels in
high-risk areas and funding the Community Wildfire Defense Grants, which
are intended to help at-risk local communities and Tribes plan and
reduce the risk against wildfire, and we are safeguarding mature and
old-growth forests on Federal lands, a key component of decreasing fire
risk. Through our Inflation Reduction Act, we are taking unprecedented
steps to protect forest health, prevent fires, and confront the climate
crisis--ushering in a new era of clean energy and reducing greenhouse
gas emissions by a billion metric tons.
We are standing by our brave firefighters by substantially increasing
wages for Federal wildland firefighters, and have implemented new
programs to support their mental and physical health, and established a
wildland firefighter job series that will help improve recruitment,
retention, and opportunities for professional growth. We invested $350
billion from our American Rescue Plan to help States and cities keep
first responders like firefighters on the job during the COVID-19
pandemic. To help States pay for the cost of fighting wildfires and help
communities increase resilience, the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) has also approved dozens of Fire Management Assistance Grants and
is providing over one billion dollars through its Building Resilient
Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program.
To build on these actions, my Administration is educating the public on
fire safety. This week's theme--``Fire won't wait. Plan your escape''--
emphasizes how we must all prepare fire escape plans, test smoke and
carbon monoxide alarms every month and replace them every 10 years,
implement appropriate building codes, and when possible, install
residential fire sprinklers. For those who live in areas susceptible to
wildfire, regularly clearing brush and other vegetation around your
homes is another important way to stay safe.
With every home, school, and business destroyed in a fire, precious
memories are lost, livelihoods are jeopardized, and dreams are crushed.
This National Fire Prevention Week, let us reflect on the importance of
remaining vigilant and learning more about fire safety. Let us
acknowledge the remarkable service of our Nation's firefighters and
honor the memory of those who have lost their lives protecting others.
And let us all work to make these heroes' jobs more manageable, keep our
neighbors safer, and reduce the risk of fires across our country.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 9 through
October 15, 2022, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October 9, 2022,
in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will
be flown at half-staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all Americans
to participate in this observance with appropriate programs and
activities and by renewing their efforts to prevent fires and their
tragic consequences.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10470 of October 7, 2022
National School Lunch Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National School Lunch Week, we recommit to supporting the
National School Lunch Program that provides tens of millions of children
a year access to nutrition, dignity, and a fairer shot at brighter
futures, and we celebrate its role supporting American farmers and food
producers, building a stronger America for future generations.
School meals remain a vital lifeline, supplying well-balanced, free or
low-cost meals to kids across the country since the program began in
1946. Studies show these are often the most nutritious--and sometimes
the only--meals in a student's day. They improve student health, making
it easier for students to learn, and erode inequity while also advancing
our fight against childhood obesity.
My Administration is committed to ending hunger in the United States by
2030, making healthy school meals available to even more kids, and
supporting schools that pioneer new ways to improve nutritional quality,
whether for breakfast, lunch, or summer and afterschool meals. To that
end, this September, I convened the first White House Conference on
Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in over 50 years, bringing together anti-
hunger, nutrition, and public health advocates; food companies; health
care providers; local, State, and Tribal governments; and Federal
agencies. We released a national strategy to end hunger and reduce diet-
related diseases while easing disparities across underserved
communities--starting by expanding free school meals to 9 million more
kids by 2032. Providing healthy food is central to children's ability to
learn and thrive, and no child's future should be determined by the zip
code they were born in or by the food their families can afford.
This strategy builds on my Administration's work to provide emergency
food and nutrition assistance to those in need through our American
Rescue Plan. It builds on our $60 million investment in Farm-to-School
initiatives that benefit American farmers, connecting them to local
schools which become reliable markets. We also made historic strides in
slashing child poverty to its lowest rate on record by expanding the
Child Tax Credit and through other actions.
Parents across our country want the same things for their kids: healthy
food, clean water, good schools, and opportunities to dream big and
access all the possibilities America offers. This week and always, my
Administration pledges to do everything in its power to end child hunger
and to put
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the promise of America in every child's reach. We thank the farmers,
farm workers, and ranchers, as well as the educators and school
nutrition professionals, who have gone above and beyond to keep our kids
fed during the COVID-19 pandemic and who work so hard every day to make
them strong for the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 9 through
October 15, 2022, as National School Lunch Week. I call upon all
Americans to recognize and commemorate all those who operate the
National School Lunch Program with activities that raise awareness of
the steadfast efforts in supporting the health and well-being of our
Nation's children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10471 of October 7, 2022
Leif Erikson Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Over 1,000 years ago, Leif Erikson, son of Iceland and grandson of
Norway, embarked on a historic journey across the Atlantic, landing on
the shores of North America. Widely believed to be the first Europeans
to set foot on this continent, he and his crew embodied traits that
would come to define a uniquely American spirit--restless and bold,
brave and optimistic, and in search of a better future. This same spirit
would guide generations of Danes, Finns, Icelanders, Norwegians, and
Swedes to immigrate and build new lives in the United States. It would
lead countless families to plant roots in the Great Lakes States, the
northern Great Plains, and enclaves across the Nation. It remains
ingrained in the hearts of roughly 11 million Americans who trace their
ancestry to Nordic countries today.
On Leif Erikson Day, we celebrate Nordic-Americans and all the ways they
strengthen the fabric of our Nation. They are leaders in business and
philanthropy, educators and scholars, artists and inventors, doctors and
nurses, first responders, service members, and so much more. In every
field and throughout every community, their contributions help bring us
closer to making the promise of America real for every American.
On this day, we also reaffirm our strong partnerships with Nordic
nations and their people. Our mutual commitments to greater peace,
security, and stability serve as the bedrock of our democracies and the
friendships between our countries. From supporting Ukraine as it defends
its freedom against Russia's invasion to advancing human rights,
tackling the climate crisis to addressing food insecurity, and
strengthening global health to promoting development, we will always
work together to tackle the world's
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most pressing challenges. I am proud that the United States Senate took
swift action to ratify Sweden and Finland's accession protocols to join
the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. These great democracies and
highly capable partners will further fortify the most powerful defensive
alliance in the history of the world and bolster our efforts to defend
democracy and freedom everywhere.
To honor Leif Erikson and to celebrate Nordic-American heritage, the
Congress, by joint resolution (Public Law 88-566) approved on September
2, 1964, has authorized the President of the United States to proclaim
October 9th of each year as ``Leif Erikson Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 9, 2022,
as Leif Erikson Day. I call upon all Americans to celebrate the
contributions of Nordic Americans to our Nation with appropriate
ceremonies, activities, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10472 of October 7, 2022
Columbus Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed from the Spanish port of Palos de
la Frontera on behalf of Queen Isabella I and King Ferdinand II, but his
roots trace back to Genoa, Italy. The story of his journey remains a
source of pride for many Italian Americans whose families also crossed
the Atlantic. His voyage inspired many others to follow and ultimately
contributed to the founding of America, which has been a beacon for
immigrants across the world.
Many of these immigrants were Italian, and for generations, Italian
immigrants have harnessed the courage to leave so much behind, driven by
their faith in the American dream--to build a new life of hope and
possibility in the United States. Today, Italian Americans are leaders
in all fields, including government, health, business, innovation, and
culture.
Things have not always been easy; prejudice and violence often stalled
the promise of equal opportunity. In fact, Columbus Day was created by
President Harrison in 1892 in response to the anti-Italian motivated
lynching of 11 Italian Americans in New Orleans in 1891. During World
War II, Italian Americans were even targeted as enemy aliens. But the
hard work, dedication to community, and leadership of Italian Americans
in every industry make our country stronger, more prosperous, and more
vibrant. The Italian
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American community is also a cornerstone of our Nation's close and
enduring relationship with Italy--a vital NATO Ally and European Union
partner. Today, the partnership between Italy and the United States is
at the heart of our efforts to tackle the most pressing global
challenges of our time, including supporting Ukraine as it defends its
freedom and democracy.
In commemoration of Christopher Columbus's historic voyage 530 years
ago, the Congress, by joint resolution of April 30, 1934, and modified
in 1968 (36 U.S.C. 107), as amended, has requested the President
proclaim the second Monday of October of each year as ``Columbus Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim October 10, 2022, as Columbus Day. I
direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public
buildings on the appointed day in honor of our diverse history and all
who have contributed to shaping this Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10473 of October 7, 2022
Indigenous Peoples' Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the sovereignty, resilience, and
immense contributions that Native Americans have made to the world; and
we recommit to upholding our solemn trust and treaty responsibilities to
Tribal Nations, strengthening our Nation-to-Nation ties.
For centuries, Indigenous Peoples were forcibly removed from ancestral
lands, displaced, assimilated, and banned from worshiping or performing
many sacred ceremonies. Yet today, they remain some of our greatest
environmental stewards. They maintain strong religious beliefs that
still feed the soul of our Nation. And they have chosen to serve in the
United States Armed Forces at a higher rate than any other group. Native
peoples challenge us to confront our past and do better, and their
contributions to scholarship, law, the arts, public service, and more
continue to guide us forward.
I learned long ago that Tribal Nations do better when they make their
own decisions. That is why my Administration has made respect for Tribal
sovereignty and meaningful consultation with Tribal Nations the
cornerstone of our engagement and why I was proud to restore the White
House Council on Native American Affairs. To elevate Indigenous voices
across our Government, I appointed Deb Haaland as Secretary of the
Interior, the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary,
along with more than 50
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other Native Americans now in significant roles across the executive
branch.
My Administration is also directly delivering for Native communities--
creating jobs, providing critical services, and restoring and preserving
sacred Tribal lands. We have made the biggest investment in Indian
Country in history, securing billions for pandemic recovery,
infrastructural improvements, and climate change resilience, and we are
working together with Tribal Nations to end the scourge of violence
against Indigenous women and girls.
These efforts are a matter of dignity, justice, and good faith. But we
have more to do to help lift Tribal communities from the shadow of our
broken promises, to protect their right to vote, and to help them access
other opportunities that their ancestors were long denied. On Indigenous
Peoples' Day, we celebrate indigenous history and our new beginning
together, honoring Native Americans for shaping the contours of this
country since time immemorial.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim October 10, 2022, as Indigenous Peoples'
Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day
with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also direct that the flag
of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the
appointed day in honor of our diverse history and the Indigenous peoples
who contribute to shaping this Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10474 of October 11, 2022
General Pulaski Memorial Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On September 11, 1777, Casimir Pulaski rode into battle with the
Continental Army, led a skillful counterattack to slow the British
advance, and helped save George Washington's life. Known as the ``Father
of the American Cavalry,'' he would rise to the rank of Brigadier
General, continue fighting for American independence in battles across
the colonies, and eventually make the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of
revolutionary ideas: freedom, equality, and democracy. Today, we
commemorate General Pulaski's heroism and service, honor generations of
immigrants who followed in his path, and celebrate our Nation's rich
Polish-American heritage.
Every day, the contributions of 9 million Polish-Americans help make
this country a beacon of hope and opportunity. As small business owners
and elected representatives of the people, as educators and doctors, as
champions of civil rights and patriots serving in uniform at home and
abroad,
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Polish-Americans make communities across our Nation more prosperous,
vibrant, and humane.
As we continue to champion liberty and justice around the world, America
draws great strength from the support of vital international allies like
Poland. While Russia continues its unprovoked war in Ukraine, Poland and
the United States stand shoulder-to-shoulder in defense of democracy and
our collective security. As we pay tribute to General Pulaski and his
legacy, may we always remember that the darkness of autocracy is no
match for the flame of liberty that lights the souls of free people
everywhere.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 11, 2022, as
General Pulaski Memorial Day. I encourage all Americans to commemorate
this occasion with appropriate programs and activities paying tribute to
General Casimir Pulaski and honoring all those who defend the freedom of
our great Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10475 of October 11, 2022
International Day of the Girl, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Ten years ago, on the first International Day of the Girl, the United
States joined nations around the world to recognize the challenges that
girls face and commit to expanding opportunity and equality for them in
every part of the globe. Today, on this 10th anniversary, we know that
when girls are empowered to dream big and reach their full potential,
the possibilities for our world are limitless. From combating the
climate crisis and standing up for human rights to fighting for
equitable access to education, health care, and opportunity, girls are
strengthening democracies, powering economies, and enriching communities
everywhere.
Despite their dynamic potential, we must also recognize on this day that
girls continue to face significant challenges in the United States and
around the world. Hunger, homelessness, and lack of access to adequate
health care and educational opportunities threaten their health and
wellbeing and create barriers to their full and equal participation in
society.
Both at home and abroad, gender-based violence compromises their
safety--from child sexual abuse and exploitation to female genital
cutting and child marriage. The direct and indirect impacts of gender-
based violence and the effect they have on girls' potential and
opportunity reinforce our commitment to building a world where all
people can live free from violence or intimidation.
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That is why my Administration has prioritized unlocking doors of
opportunity and delivering the full measure of equity and dignity due to
all girls. At home, we are championing equitable access to education,
equal pay, and access to jobs and job training so that when girls grow
up, they can choose their own path and lead the workforce of the future.
We are taking action to expand girls' access to health care, which is
critical to supporting their success. I am committed to addressing
gender-based violence wherever it occurs--online, in school, at work, or
at home--which is why I am proud to have reauthorized and strengthened
the Violence Against Women Act. And by supporting LGBTQI+ rights across
this Nation, I affirm that everyone deserves respect, protection, and
belonging.
My Administration's commitment to empowering girls extends beyond our
borders. The United States is supporting equitable access to health care
by providing lifesaving HIV treatment to over 19 million people
worldwide. We reached over two million adolescent girls and young women
just last year. We have committed to improving access to education and
learning for 15 million girls and young women by 2025. And we are
committed to ending the scourge of gender-based violence globally--
particularly in conflict zones, in humanitarian and refugee contexts,
and in the aftermath of natural disasters where women and girls face
distinct vulnerabilities.
My Administration is also investing in education and programs to advance
economic security for women and girls globally, including by pledging
$50 million to the World Bank's Global Childcare Incentive Fund and
calling on the Congress to provide $200 million for the Gender Equity
and Equality Action Fund to support women's economic participation. I
will continue to speak out for women and girls around the globe,
including in Iran, where brave young women are demonstrating to secure
their basic rights, and I have called on the Congress to double funding
for programs that promote gender equality worldwide.
When girls break barriers, they blaze trails for the generations that
follow. Investing in their health, safety, education, and economic
security moves us closer to building more just, equitable societies and
flourishing democracies. It helps us develop leaders across sectors and
enables us to create a strong workforce that is ready to meet the
challenges and opportunities ahead. Together, we can prepare the next
dreamers and doers to shape a new and better future for us all.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 11, 2022,
as International Day of the Girl. I call upon the people of the United
States to observe this day with programs, ceremonies, and activities
that advance equality and opportunity for girls everywhere.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10476 of October 12, 2022
Establishment of the Camp Hale-Continental Divide National Monument
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area lies along the continental divide
in north-central Colorado and is treasured for its historical and
spiritual significance, stunning geological features, and unique
wildlife and plants. The rugged landscape serves as a living testament
to a pivotal moment in America's military history, as these peaks and
valleys forged the elite soldiers of the famed 10th Mountain Division--
the Army's first and only mountain infantry division--which helped free
Europe from the grip of Nazi control in World War II. The area is also
foundational to preserving and interpreting the story of 10th Mountain
Division veterans who, after their return from World War II, applied the
skills they learned in the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area to establish
America's skiing and outdoor recreation industry. Today, the largely
undeveloped peaks, slopes, and valleys of the Camp Hale and Tenmile
Range area provide veterans, their families, and other visitors with a
place to learn the history of the 10th Mountain Division; to honor their
sacrifices and contributions to our Nation; and to experience firsthand
the formidable environs that taught American soldiers to endure extreme
mountain terrain, deep snow, and punishing cold. This endurance proved
pivotal to the success of the United States and its allies in World War
II when, in February 1945, the 10th Mountain Division successfully
scaled a 1,500-foot cliff face to capture a German position in the
Apennine Mountains, helping the Allies to break through the German
defensive line in Italy and push further into Europe.
The Army began construction of Camp Hale in April of 1942 in the Pando
Valley after the Department of Agriculture authorized the War Department
to use 179,000 acres of National Forest lands to train soldiers to climb
and ski in preparation for operations in harsh, cold, high-altitude
areas. The valley floor--which sits at 9,200 feet in elevation--was
broad enough to hold a large encampment, and the Eagle River, which
passes through the valley, provided a year-round water supply. Near the
encampment were training grounds fit for the Army's purpose, including
the rugged Tenmile Range's rock faces, deep snow, and frigid
temperatures. The site also took advantage of existing infrastructure,
such as the nearby rail system and highway, which remain important
arteries through the Rocky Mountains.
Visitors can see traces of the life of the thousands of young servicemen
and approximately 200 servicewomen who were stationed at Camp Hale along
the valley floor, surrounded on all sides by forested hills and
mountains stretching up to more than 14,000 feet. At its height, Camp
Hale sprawled across nearly 1,500 acres. Its 1,000 buildings included
245 barracks (which could house more than 15,000 soldiers), mess halls,
warehouses, training facilities, firing ranges, administrative
buildings, stables, corrals, a veterinary center, theaters, chapels, a
field house, and a hospital. The camp also featured parade grounds,
recreation areas, gunnery ranges, a combat range, ski hills, a stockade,
a motor pool, railyards, and an extensive road and bridge network.
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also served as training areas for skiing and rock climbing, storage
areas for ammunition, and target training sites.
Between April and November of 1942, hundreds of construction workers--
many living in harsh conditions in tents, trailers, and even in cars and
trucks--rushed to build Camp Hale. Racial discrimination against
Hispanic and Black construction workers at the camp caught national
attention and led to an investigation by the War Production Board,
prompting the United States Army to issue an order against racial
discrimination in war construction projects in the region. This
history--and the history of segregation within the Army itself during
World War II--is a critical component of the experience of visiting and
understanding Camp Hale.
Camp Hale opened for operation on November 16, 1942. Following the
conclusion of the war, the Army used the camp only sporadically until
its permanent closure in 1965. At that time, many facilities were
removed or buried; however, much of the camp remains visible today, and
the site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
The layout of the camp can be discerned from its grid-like road system,
formed by 3 major north-south roads and 21 east-west crossing streets,
many of which are identifiable or still in use. Concrete foundations for
the warehouse area, the Corps Area Service Command compound, the
division headquarters, and the barracks extend across the valley floor.
In the center of the site lie remnants of the field house, including
buttresses and the floor slab. Evidence of six ammo bunkers in the
magazine area, which provided ammunition storage for the camp, occupy a
small saddle on the northeast side of the valley. On a hill just to the
south of the magazine area remain the footers of the four water tanks
that supplied the camp. At the eastern edge of the camp, the rifle range
remains largely intact, and the range's target butts--a long series of
rooms built of reinforced concrete--can still be seen. The area around
the camp also includes remnants of the training that occurred there: the
original pitons used to train technical climbing are embedded in several
northeastern cliffs, and the remains of a tow and lift can be seen along
two ski hills at the south end of the valley.
While Camp Hale was in operation, training exercises occurred among the
peaks and slopes around Camp Hale and in the Tenmile Range. Today, the
peaks that remain undeveloped around Camp Hale--which include Pearl
Peak, Sheep Mountain, and Taylor Hill--and in the Tenmile Range--which
include Peaks 1, 3, 4, and 5; the western slopes of Peaks 6 through 10;
Tenmile Peak; and several other named peaks (such as the 14,625-foot
Quandary Peak) that extend to the south--are largely unchanged since the
1940s. The entire landscape of the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area,
therefore, serves as a kind of living museum, allowing visitors to
imagine and understand what life was like for the young servicemen in
the 10th Mountain Division.
Camp Hale and its surroundings, including the undeveloped areas of the
Tenmile Range, were used to train the 10th Mountain Division, the 99th
Infantry Battalion, and other units in mountain and winter warfare. This
iconic location inspired military innovation. While training there, the
99th Infantry Battalion--a unique, Norwegian-speaking military unit that
consisted primarily of Norwegian nationals and Americans of direct
Norwegian
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descent--developed a mount for heavy machinery using two skis. Following
World War II, Camp Hale's unique attributes supported highly classified
national security efforts. In the late 1950s, the Central Intelligence
Agency trained various special mission teams at Camp Hale, including
nearly 170 Tibetans for operations in China against the communist
government.
The area is also foundational to the history of the United States ski
and outdoor recreation industry and thus has had a profound impact on
American culture. Veterans of the 10th Mountain Division founded or
managed more than 60 ski resorts upon their return from deployment, some
in the same mountains where they had trained. The remnants of the Mount
Royal/Peak One Ski Jumps, including a scaffold that supported the
judges' platform, can also be found in the area. Other veterans from
Camp Hale would go on to become trailblazers in conservation and outdoor
education and recreation: David Brower served as the first executive
director of the Sierra Club; Paul Petzoldt founded the National Outdoor
Leadership School; and Fritz Benedict founded the 10th Mountain Division
Hut Association, which manages a network of 30 mountain huts--including
three in the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area--that enable backcountry
skiers, mountain bikers, and hikers to access and experience the
historic and scientific objects found there. Journeying to the Camp Hale
and Tenmile Range area of the continental divide allows visitors to
experience the mountains and valleys that inspired these veterans to
make important contributions to conservation and recreation and to learn
about and reflect on the mark they left on America when they returned
from service during war.
The Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area is also rich in ancient human
history. The area bears the marks of centuries of habitation by
Indigenous peoples who have called the region home since time immemorial
and who referred to this area of the Rocky Mountains as
K[aacute]ava'avichi--meaning ``mountains laying down.'' Forced from much
of their homelands when precious minerals were discovered, their history
serves as a stark reminder that the United States' commitment to its
highest ideals of democracy, liberty, and equality has too often been
imperfect, particularly for Tribal Nations and Indigenous peoples. For
thousands of years, the Ute people traveled to the Pando Valley when
winter snows melted as part of an annual migration circuit to hunt game
and collect medicinal plants. The area also served as an important
transportation corridor for those traveling to sacred hot springs in
Glenwood Springs, and the traditional Ute trail lies under the road that
runs along the Eagle River today. Evidence of these ancient occupants is
found at hundreds of sites, including lithic scatters, a high-elevation
prehistoric camp, and stone circles where projectile points and
prehistoric tools have been found. Burial sites of historic connection
to the Ute Tribes--and of importance to them today--can also be found in
the area with funerary objects and the remains of ancestral peoples who
lived in the area thousands of years ago. One such site holds the 8,000-
year-old remains of an ancient Ute--believed by some to have been a
person of great stature in the Ute community. Some of the objects of
cultural importance to the Ute Tribes are sensitive, rare, or vulnerable
to vandalism and theft; therefore, revealing their specific names and
locations could pose a danger to the objects.
As a result of the 1873 Brunot Agreement and an 1880 Congressional
declaration, the Ute Tribes forcibly relinquished the Camp Hale and
Tenmile
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Range areas (and much of the rest of their homelands), and retained only
small portions of their ancestral homelands on reservations in
southwestern Colorado and eastern Utah. More than a century later,
however, the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area remains culturally
important to the Ute people, who consider the area an important place to
honor their ancestors. They continue to return to the region to forage
for medicinal and ceremonial plants, hunt, and fish.
The area is replete with evidence of the mining activity that sparked
the exclusion of the Ute people and drove development in the region in
the late 19th century. Perched on the side of Mount Royal at an
elevation of 9,600 feet and named after the Pennsylvania hometown of one
of its investors, the Masontown mining site once included a mill,
numerous mine shafts, and a boarding house and homes that accommodated
several hundred workers, until an avalanche destroyed the mill in 1912.
Today, visitors along the Masontown Trail in the north end of the
Tenmile Range area can observe remnants of the mill site, including
bricks from the foundations of cabin ruins, miscellaneous containers,
and pieces of metal equipment.
Other sites of historical interest exist in the area. To support the
burgeoning mining industry in the region, railroad lines running through
Tenmile Canyon on the northern end of the Tenmile Range were constructed
by the 1880s to connect small mountain settlements with Denver. Evidence
remains of these historic rail lines and rail beds, as well as rock
structures that were built to support railroad construction. The purpose
of these unique rock structures, known as stone huts, remains a mystery,
but they may have been used by Canadian woodcutters who worked on the
construction of railroads.
An exhaustive survey and study of the entire area has not been
completed; archaeologists and military and other historians anticipate
that many other such culturally and historically important sites remain
to be discovered throughout the area, thereby enriching our
understanding of the area's significance.
In addition to the numerous objects in the region that document the
history of America and ancient peoples, Camp Hale and the Tenmile Range
form a geologically and ecologically linked landscape--rugged and
stunning in appearance--that contains numerous features of scientific
interest, including tarns, waterfalls, and alpine tundra. The
continental divide--a defining high-altitude geologic feature of the
Western Hemisphere that separates the watersheds of the Pacific and
Atlantic Oceans--stretches along the southern border of both the Camp
Hale and the Tenmile Range landscapes. Visitors can travel along the
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which passes through the area,
to explore the changing geology and ecology along the spine of the
continent.
The area's geology and irregular topography formed during the
Pleistocene glacial period when retreating glaciers deposited a large
terminal moraine north of the current day Camp Hale, damming the Eagle
River and forming an adjacent lake basin. When the lake ultimately
overflowed, the Eagle River cut a new channel forming the deep, narrow
canyon the river occupies today while leaving the lake intact. Over
time, the lake drained, and the former lake floor became the broad, flat
Pando Valley.
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To the east, the Pando Valley abruptly gives way to the soaring peaks of
the Tenmile Range, which stretches to the continental divide. The range
boasts 10 peaks over 13,000 feet in elevation, including Quandary Peak,
which, at 14,265 feet, is one of Colorado's iconic and most-visited
``Fourteeners.'' The slopes of these peaks are home to several high-
alpine lakes, including the Pacific Tarn to the southeast of Pacific
Peak, which, at 13,420 feet, is the highest named lake in the United
States. Waterfalls descend the slopes--including Continental Falls,
Mohawk Basin Falls, and McCullough Gulch Falls--and are components of a
hydrologic system that defines the mountain west. Rock, too, descends
from the range. Studied for decades, the Spruce Creek rock glacier,
which is fed by a rockfall from Pacific Peak's northeast cirque, has
advanced our understanding of the flow mechanics and morphology of rock
glaciers.
The area's high peaks and alpine valleys contain rare and fragile native
alpine tundra ecosystems that include species uniquely adapted to high
altitudes. Two of the four known populations of the Weber's drab--a
diminutive plant with yellow flowers standing only a few inches tall--
can be found in the Tenmile Range. Fewer than 300 known individual
plants of this species exist across 4 distinct populations distributed
over 7 square miles. The diminutive plant is most often found in the
splash zones of rocky crevices along streams near the timberline.
Ephemeral pools caused by snowmelt among boulders and high-altitude
alpine lakes in the area also host the rare and aptly named ice grass.
Tiny in stature--standing less than an inch tall--ice grass can be found
only in cold, high-altitude regions. The grass appears in only isolated,
disjunct areas in Colorado, with the next nearest known population
located hundreds of miles away in northwest Wyoming.
Among the Engelman spruce, subalpine fir, lodgepole pine, and quaking
aspen stands that dominate the area, visitors might glimpse Canada
lynx--a federally listed threatened species--or the boreal toad--
Colorado's only alpine species of toad and a Forest Service sensitive
species that inhabits subalpine forest wetlands at elevations between
8,500 feet and 11,500 feet. The area is an important habitat
connectivity corridor for lynx and related species. Spruce and
McCullough Creeks hold populations of green lineage Colorado River
cutthroat trout--also a Forest Service sensitive species--that are core
conservation populations under the Colorado River Cutthroat Trout
Conservation Strategy. The area also provides a habitat for mountain
goats, moose, bighorn sheep, Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, black bears,
mountain lions, bobcats, bald eagles, white-tailed ptarmigans, hoary
bats, olive-sided flycatchers, martens, pygmy shrews, boreal owls,
northern goshawks, and several species of waterfowl.
In light of threats posed by vandalism, unmanaged recreation, and
climate change, protecting the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the
continental divide will preserve its historic and prehistoric legacy and
maintain its diverse array of natural and scientific resources, ensuring
that the historic and scientific values of the area remain for the
benefit of all Americans. Reserving this area would also honor the valor
and sacrifice of the 10th Mountain Division, secure ongoing
opportunities for Tribal communities to continue spiritual and
subsistence practices, and enable the region's modern communities and
the Nation to continue to benefit from the area's world class outdoor
recreation opportunities.
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WHEREAS, section 320301 of title 54, United States Code (the
``Antiquities Act''), authorizes the President, in his discretion, to
declare by public proclamation historic landmarks, historic and
prehistoric structures, and other objects of historic or scientific
interest that are situated upon the lands owned or controlled by the
Government of the United States to be national monuments, and to reserve
as a part thereof parcels of land, the limits of which in all cases
shall be confined to the smallest area compatible with the proper care
and management of the objects to be protected; and
WHEREAS, I find that each of the objects identified above is an object
of historic or scientific interest in need of protection under 54 U.S.C.
320301; and
WHEREAS, I find that the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the
continental divide is an important part of the history of the United
States military and of the outdoor recreation industry; and
WHEREAS, I find that the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the
continental divide is sacred to sovereign Tribal Nations and Indigenous
peoples of the United States; and
WHEREAS, I find that the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the
continental divide contains rare and fragile ecosystems and geological
features that are of scientific interest; and
WHEREAS, I find that the unique and historical nature of the lands that
make up the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the continental divide
and the collection of objects of historic and scientific interest
therein make the landscape of the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area
itself an object of historic and scientific interest; and
WHEREAS, I find that there are threats to the objects identified in this
proclamation; and
WHEREAS, I find that, in the absence of a reservation under the
Antiquities Act, the objects identified in this proclamation are not
adequately protected by otherwise applicable law or administrative
designations because neither provide Federal agencies with the specific
mandate to ensure proper care and management of the objects, nor do they
withdraw the lands from the operation of the public land, mining, and
mineral leasing laws; and
WHEREAS, I find that a national monument reservation is necessary to
protect the objects of historic and scientific interest in the Camp Hale
and Tenmile Range area of the continental divide for current and future
generations; and
WHEREAS, I find that the boundaries of the monument reserved by this
proclamation represent the smallest area compatible with the proper care
and management of the objects of scientific or historic interest to be
protected as required by the Antiquities Act; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to ensure the preservation and
protection of the objects of scientific and historic interest in the
Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area of the continental divide;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by the authority vested in me by section 320301 of title 54,
United States Code, hereby proclaim the objects identified above that
are
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situated upon lands and interests in lands owned or controlled by the
Federal Government to be the Camp Hale-Continental Divide National
Monument (monument) and, for the purpose of protecting those objects,
reserve as part thereof all lands and interests in lands owned or
controlled by the Federal Government within the boundaries described on
the accompanying maps, which are attached hereto and form a part of this
proclamation. These reserved Federal lands and interests in lands
encompass approximately 53,804 acres. As a result of the distribution of
the objects across the landscape of the Camp Hale and Tenmile Range area
of the continental divide, and additionally and independently, because
the landscape itself is an object in need of protection, the boundaries
described on the accompanying maps are confined to the smallest area
compatible with the proper care and management of the objects of
historic or scientific interest identified above.
All Federal lands and interests in lands within the boundaries of the
monument are hereby appropriated and withdrawn from all forms of entry,
location, selection, sale, or other disposition under the public land
laws or laws applicable to the Forest Service, including withdrawal from
location, entry, and patent under the mining laws, and from disposition
under all laws relating to mineral and geothermal leasing.
If the Federal Government subsequently acquires any lands or interests
in lands not currently owned or controlled by the Federal Government
within the boundaries described on the accompanying maps, such lands and
interests in lands shall be reserved as a part of the monument, and
objects identified above that are situated upon those lands and
interests in lands shall be part of the monument, upon acquisition of
ownership or control by the Federal Government.
The Secretary of Agriculture (Secretary), through the Forest Service,
shall manage the monument pursuant to applicable legal authorities and
in accordance with the terms, conditions, and management direction
provided by this proclamation. The Secretary shall prepare, in
consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, a management plan for
the monument, which shall include provisions for continuing outdoor
recreational opportunities consistent with the proper care and
management of the objects identified above, and shall promulgate such
regulations for its management as deemed appropriate. The Secretary
shall provide for maximum public involvement in the development of the
management plan, including consultation with federally recognized Tribal
Nations, State and local governments, and other interested stakeholders.
The final decision over any management plans and any management rules
and regulations rests with the Secretary. Management plans or rules and
regulations developed by the Secretary of the Interior governing uses
within national parks or national monuments administered by the
Secretary of the Interior shall not apply within the monument.
For purposes of protecting and restoring the objects identified above,
the Secretary shall prepare a travel management plan to ensure
appropriate access for the management and use of the area, which shall
provide for motorized and non-motorized mechanized vehicle uses,
including mountain biking, consistent with the proper care and
management of the objects identified above. Unless inconsistent with the
proper care and management
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of the objects identified above, non-motorized mechanized vehicle uses,
including mountain biking, shall continue to be permitted on the roads
and trails designated for such uses on the date of this proclamation.
Nothing in this proclamation shall be deemed to enlarge or diminish the
rights or jurisdiction of any Tribal Nation. The Secretary shall, to the
maximum extent permitted by law and in consultation with Tribal Nations,
ensure the protection of sacred sites and traditional cultural
properties and sites in the monument and provide access to Tribal
members for traditional cultural, spiritual, and customary uses,
consistent with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (42 U.S.C.
1996) and Executive Order 13007 of May 24, 1996 (Indian Sacred Sites),
including collection of medicines, berries and other vegetation, forest
products, and firewood for personal noncommercial use in a manner
consistent with the proper care and management of the objects identified
herein.
In recognition of the importance of these lands and objects to Tribal
Nations, and to ensure that management decisions affecting the monument
reflect Tribal expertise and Indigenous Knowledge, the Secretary shall
meaningfully engage with Tribal Nations with cultural ties to the area,
including the Ute Tribes, in the development of the management plan and
to inform subsequent management of the monument. The Secretary shall
pursue opportunities for co-stewardship through management planning and
implementation, including entering into cooperative agreements with
Tribal entities that have cultural ties to the monument, and shall
explore opportunities to provide support to Tribal Nations to
participate in the planning and management of the monument.
The establishment of this monument is subject to valid existing rights,
including valid existing water rights. Consistent with the proper care
and management of the objects identified above, nothing in this
proclamation shall be construed to preclude the renewal or assignment
of, or interfere with the operation, maintenance, replacement,
modification, or upgrade of existing water infrastructure, including
flood control, pipeline, or other water management infrastructure; State
highway corridors or rights-of-way; or existing utility and
telecommunications rights-of-way or facilities within or adjacent to the
boundaries of existing authorizations within the monument. Nothing in
this proclamation shall be deemed to affect the operation or use of the
existing railroad corridor as a railroad right-of-way pursuant to valid
existing rights or for recreational purposes consistent with the proper
care and management of the objects identified above. Existing water
resource, flood control, utility, pipeline, or telecommunications
facilities located within the monument may be expanded, and new
facilities may be constructed within the monument, to the extent
consistent with the proper care and management of the objects identified
above and subject to the Secretary's special uses authorities and other
applicable law.
Nothing in this proclamation shall affect the responsibilities and
authorities of the Department of Defense under applicable environmental
laws for the remediation of hazardous substances or munitions or
explosives of concern within the monument boundaries, nor affect any
Department of Defense activities on lands not included within the
monument. To further the protective purposes of the monument, the
Secretary shall explore entering into a memorandum of understanding with
the Secretary of Defense that would address collaboration between the
Departments, pursuant to applicable
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laws and regulations, to support the remediation of hazardous substances
or munitions or explosives of concern while ensuring the protection of
the monument objects identified above, as well as implementing any
needed controls for explosives safety. The Secretary and the Secretary
of Defense shall cooperate and coordinate regarding access to carry out
necessary response actions under applicable environmental laws.
Nothing in this proclamation shall affect the Forest Service's ability
to authorize access to and remediation of contaminated lands within the
monument, including for remediation of mine, mill, or tailing sites, or
for the restoration of natural resources.
Nothing in this proclamation shall preclude low-level overflights of
military aircraft, flight testing or evaluation, the designation of new
units of special use airspace, or the use or establishment of military
flight training routes or transportation over the lands reserved by this
proclamation.
Nothing in this proclamation shall be deemed to enlarge or diminish the
jurisdiction of the State of Colorado with respect to fish and wildlife
management.
Laws, regulations, and policies followed by the Forest Service in
issuing and administering grazing permits on all lands under its
jurisdiction shall continue to apply with regard to the lands in the
monument.
The Secretary may carry out vegetative management treatments within the
monument consistent with the proper care and management of the objects
identified above, except that commercial timber harvest may only be used
when the Secretary determines it appropriate to address ecological
restoration or the risk of wildfire, insect infestation, or disease that
would endanger the objects identified in this proclamation or imperil
public safety.
Nothing in this proclamation shall be construed to alter the authority
or responsibility of any party with respect to emergency response
activities within the monument, including wildland fire response, or to
preclude avalanche control efforts within or adjacent to the monument,
including efforts to mitigate avalanche risks to neighboring
communities, roads and infrastructure, or recreation facilities or
destinations.
Nothing in this proclamation shall be deemed to revoke any existing
withdrawal, reservation, or appropriation; however, the national
monument shall be the dominant reservation.
Warning is hereby given to all unauthorized persons not to appropriate,
injure, destroy, or remove any feature of the monument and not to locate
or settle upon any of the lands thereof.
If any provision of this proclamation, including its application to a
particular parcel of land, is held to be invalid, the remainder of this
proclamation and its application to other parcels of land shall not be
affected thereby.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10477 of October 14, 2022
Blind Americans Equality Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Blind Americans Equality Day, we celebrate the essential
contributions of blind and low-vision Americans, whose talents and
strength shape every industry and every community.
In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first Presidential
Proclamation honoring the independent spirit of blind Americans and
calling on us all to help build a more accessible Nation. Twenty-six
years later, in 1990, we came together as Democrats and Republicans to
pass the most sweeping civil rights legislation in a generation--the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)--improving the lives of the now
more than 60 million Americans living with a disability, including more
than 7 million with vision loss. I was enormously proud to cosponsor
that bill as a United States Senator, and as President, I am making sure
that we deliver on its full promise to end discrimination, increase
independence, and expand opportunity for everyone.
The ADA has been transformational, but it did not end our work. As long
as disabled Americans--including those who are blind and low-vision--
face barriers to equality, opportunity, and freedom, we have more to do.
That is why, on my first day in office, I was proud to sign an Executive
Order establishing a government-wide commitment to equity for all. I am
proud to have appointed the first-ever White House Disability Policy
Director and to work every day to make sure that the dignity and rights
of disabled and blind Americans are championed in every policy that we
pursue.
During the pandemic, my American Rescue Plan has helped States better
cover low-income adults living with disabilities on Medicaid and given
schools funding to reopen safely, helping to better serve students with
vision loss and other disabilities. My Administration launched the
Disability Information and Access Line to help blind and other disabled
people schedule COVID-19 tests and vaccinations, and we have expanded
the availability of accessible at-home tests for blind and low-vision
Americans. Meanwhile, my Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is expanding
access to transit for blind and other disabled Americans by updating old
train stations and airports. The Labor Department is defending the
rights of workers with disabilities to receive a fair wage. My
Administration is creating jobs by funding State and local governments,
employers, and nonprofits that hire more people with disabilities,
including vision loss. Additionally, the Department of Education is
funding projects to teach more STEM teachers braille, in turn expanding
access to STEM education for blind and low-vision students. I have also
signed Executive Orders to start to remove barriers that keep too many
people with disabilities from voting.
Across the board, we have been making great progress, but I know there
is much more to do to guarantee every American the same fair shot to
contribute, thrive, and succeed. I will keep fighting to get more
disabled and blind Americans support and care in their own communities,
as well as the workplace accommodations they deserve. I am proud to join
so many fierce advocates in this cause, and I call today on all
Americans to help us build
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on the ADA's promise--moving our Nation closer to realizing its full
potential as a place that is truly for everyone.
By joint resolution approved on October 6, 1964 (Public Law 88-628, as
amended), the Congress authorized October 15 of each year as ``White
Cane Safety Day,'' which is recognized today as ``Blind Americans
Equality Day,'' to honor the contributions of blind and low-vision
Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 15, 2022,
as Blind Americans Equality Day. I call upon all government officials,
educators, volunteers and all the people of the United States to mark
this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10478 of October 14, 2022
National Character Counts Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Character Counts Week, we reflect on the highest
standards of character--integrity, courage, empathy, decency, and
respect--that lift each other up, bring our communities together, and
make our Nation stronger.
Through simple acts of kindness and inspiring demonstrations of
selflessness, we see the best of America's character every day. We see
it in teachers who take extra time after school to practice reading with
the students who are falling behind, in our scientists and essential
workers who create and deliver life-saving products to people in need,
and in our first responders who rush towards danger to save others no
matter the cost as we have seen this month with Hurricane Ian. We see
how character counts in our service members who give their all to
protect the freedoms we hold so dear. Time and again, Americans prove
that we are a great Nation because we are a good people.
Since coming into office, I have championed policies that reflect the
values our Nation stands for at its best. In my State of the Union
Address, I put forth a Unity Agenda to rally our Nation to beat the
opioid epidemic, take on the mental health crisis, support our brave
veterans and their families, and end cancer as we know it. I reaffirmed
our Nation's commitment to standing against hate, racism, and bigotry by
hosting a first-of-its kind ``United We Stand'' Summit at the White
House and announcing new measures to counter hate-fueled violence. In
September, my Administration released a national strategy to end hunger
as we know it by 2030, a moral duty we all share. In everything we do,
including rebuilding our economy
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and leaving no one behind, fighting climate change and protecting the
health of our public and our planet, and reducing costs of every day
issues talked about around the kitchen table--like prescription drugs,
health care, and energy bills--we see how character counts in how we
choose to see one another as fellow Americans and treat one another with
the dignity and respect we all deserve.
Now as much as ever, as Americans confront new threats to our personal
rights, the pursuit of justice, and the rule of law that try the very
soul of this Nation, we must all strive even harder to remember that
character counts. I believe in the character of the people of this
Nation, and I have never been more optimistic about our future than I am
today.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 16 through
October 22, 2022, as National Character Counts Week. Now and throughout
the year, I encourage all Americans to engage in efforts that honor and
express the best attributes of our character, extend the hand of
fellowship to their neighbors, and unite in service to their
communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10479 of October 14, 2022
National Forest Products Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Forest Products Week, we give thanks for the beauty of
our forests and the bounty they provide: from the lumber in our homes
and the paper we print to the medicines we take, the water we drink, and
the air we breathe. We recommit this week to sustainable stewardship and
management of our forests--not only preserving our forests' splendor for
recreation or sacred Tribal ceremonies but also for safeguarding key
economic resources, supporting millions of jobs, and helping to ease the
climate crisis.
The United States is the world's largest producer of forest products,
and every day, American foresters, loggers, mill workers, carpenters,
scientists, restoration specialists, outdoor recreation workers, and
others rely on forests for their livelihoods. But across America and the
world, forests are under threat. Wildfires are growing more frequent and
ferocious, super-charged by the climate crisis and decades of poor
forest management. Globally, illegal deforestation devastates habitats
and impedes forests' essential role in preserving biodiversity,
filtering water, and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere, which slows
our fight against climate change.
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My Administration is committed to conserving, restoring, and
revitalizing forests at home and abroad to preserve our environment and
protect an important pillar of our economy. We have taken the most
aggressive climate action in American history, including new investments
in forest health and resilience, and fire prevention. The historic
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act put Americans
to work combating wildfires, safeguarding mature and old-growth forests
on Federal lands while also planting over a billion new trees. We are
also committed to working with global partners to fight deforestation
and are cracking down on the trafficking of illegally logged wood. I
have signed an Executive Order to protect forests here at home as well,
partnering with Tribal nations, local governments, and non-profits to
boost conservation and create jobs. The order expressly recognizes the
importance of Indigenous knowledge, practices, and Tribal treaty rights
in forest management. I have used my authority under the Antiquities Act
to restore protections to some of our most treasured national monuments,
including places that have been sacred to Native peoples since time
immemorial.
Meanwhile, innovations in sustainable wood manufacturing are creating
good-paying union jobs on construction sites across the country. To
further those gains, my Administration has awarded Forest Service Wood
Innovations and Community Wood grants across the country. These market-
based actions, along with other Federal and locally led efforts to
conserve and restore forests nationwide, will bring us closer to
reaching our ``America the Beautiful'' goal of voluntarily conserving at
least 30 percent of our lands and waters by 2030 while also supporting
hard working American families.
To recognize the importance of the many products generated by our
Nation's forests, the Congress, by Public Law 86-753 (36 U.S.C. 123), as
amended, has designated the week beginning on the third Sunday in
October of each year as ``National Forest Products Week'' and has
authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in
observance of this week. In honor of this year's National Forest
Products Week, my Administration will continue working across public,
Tribal, and private lands to conserve America's forests and protect the
vital resources they provide. Together, we can strengthen our economy
and pass on a healthier planet to our children and our grandchildren.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 16 through
October 22, 2022, as National Forest Products Week. I call upon the
people of the United States to join me in this observance and in
recognizing all Americans who are responsible for the stewardship of our
Nation's beautiful, forested landscapes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10480 of October 17, 2022
50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Fifty years ago, the Congress passed the Clean Water Act of 1972,
revolutionizing America's responsibility to protect and restore the
vital waterways that sustain our communities, our economy, and our
ecosystems.
Before this landmark legislation, America's waters were in crisis, often
flooded and even on fire with toxic pollution and cancer-causing
contaminants. Industrial waste and sewage threatened our drinking water,
and wetlands disappeared at an alarming rate. The Clean Water Act met
these challenges head-on, setting and enforcing national water quality
standards, restricting pollution, and investing in wastewater treatment
and better wetlands management.
Five decades later, our Nation's waters are dramatically cleaner. Once
dead rivers and lakes are now flourishing with wildlife. People have
returned to boat, fish, and swim. Sacred waters that Tribal Nations have
relied on for generations are clean again. This is a testament to the
tireless partnerships that the Environmental Protection Agency has
forged with State, local, and Tribal governments. It is a powerful
tribute not only to the activists who first sounded the alarm, built a
movement, and fought to pass this powerful law but also to the Americans
everywhere who have since done so much to help enforce it, safeguarding
our waterways and taking on polluters in court.
Today, we still face serious threats to clean water--from climate
change-driven droughts and rising sea levels to long-standing
environmental injustices that have left too many communities without
safe drinking water. That is why my Administration restored Federal
protections to hundreds of thousands of streams, wetlands, and waterways
and is working across the Federal Government to combat pollution from
deadly per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Our historic Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law makes our Nation's biggest-ever investment in water,
clearing legacy pollution, helping replace lead pipes across the
country, and building more resilient infrastructure so that every child
in America can turn on the faucet at home or school for safe drinking
water. The Inflation Reduction Act takes America's most aggressive
climate action ever, helping to protect the world's waterways long into
the future.
As we celebrate the anniversary of this law, my Administration is more
committed than ever to continuing its legacy, providing access to safe
water, and restoring a healthier planet. The Clean Water Act is a
powerful reminder of Americans' ability to make change for the better
when we work together.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 18, 2022,
as the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act. I call upon all
Americans to observe this milestone, recognize the significant
contribution the Clean Water Act has made to restoring our Nation's
waters, consider the crucial role
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clean water plays in each of our lives, and recommit to protecting our
shared water resources.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10481 of October 21, 2022
United Nations Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On United Nations Day, we celebrate this institution and its enduring
commitment to advancing peace, protecting human rights, and promoting
comity between nations and among the broader international community.
Since its founding, the United Nations has shown that countries with
different histories yet shared purpose can join together to bend the arc
of history toward a freer and more just world.
In the past year, United Nations member states have faced daunting
challenges: growing food insecurity; the persistent challenge of COVID-
19 alongside additional infectious disease outbreaks; inflation; and
record heat, floods, and droughts--all of which have threatened lives
and livelihoods. In addition, the consequences of Russia's brazen war
and attempts to annex Ukrainian territory in violation of international
law have reverberated across the globe--not only exacerbating food and
refugee crises but also imperiling the very foundation of a stable
international rules-based order, for which the United Nations Charter is
the cornerstone.
In the face of great upheaval, the United Nations has a critical role to
play--defending the Charter, championing human rights, advancing
sustainable development, and holding accountable those who violate
international law. When Russia invaded Ukraine in February, an
overwhelming majority of United Nation member states sent a resounding
message unequivocally condemning the war and Russia's policies of fear
and coercion. Today, the United Nations and countries around the world
are providing life-saving aid to the Ukrainian people, supporting
refugees, responding to health emergencies, and affirming Ukraine's
right to sovereignty and territorial integrity--core principles of the
United Nations Charter. Likewise, the United Nations is playing an
essential part in our common effort to address the global challenges of
the twenty-first century, including tackling the climate crisis,
strengthening global health security and pandemic preparedness and
response, advancing human rights and gender equality, and feeding the
world.
The United States is determined to continue strengthening its
relationships with United Nations member states as we advance an era of
relentless diplomacy across the world. We will help developing countries
reach their climate goals and make a just transition to clean energy,
including by mobilizing funding. We will lead the way in bolstering the
global health security
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architecture by partnering with countries to prevent, detect, and
respond to infectious disease threats; strengthening and reforming the
World Health Organization; and marshalling resources to support the
historic new Financial Intermediary Fund for Pandemic Prevention,
Preparedness, and Response at the World Bank.
As the largest financial contributor to the United Nations, the United
States is investing in this institution to advance the cause of freedom,
equality, opportunity, and dignity everywhere. At the same time, we are
committed to strengthening the United Nations internally. Efforts such
as structural reforms to make the United Nations more inclusive,
effective, and responsive to the needs of all member states, such as by
increasing the number of both permanent and non-permanent
representatives on the Security Council. This includes permanent seats
for those nations we have long supported and permanent seats for
countries in Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean.
For almost 80 years, the United Nations has brought member states
together to build a better world. Just as the need for this institution
was plain in the aftermath of World War II and the atrocities of the
Holocaust, its power to stand for liberty over authoritarianism,
sovereignty over imperialism, and peace over war remains as vital today.
The United Nations reminds us that, as President Truman said, when
countries can state their differences, face them, and find common
ground, we can author a new era of peace, progress, and hope for all
people everywhere.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 24, 2022,
as United Nations Day. I urge the Governors of the United States and its
Territories, and the officials of all other areas under the flag of the
United States, to observe United Nations Day with appropriate ceremonies
and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10482 of October 27, 2022
National First Responders Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National First Responders Day, we honor the bravery of our Nation's
heroes who put their lives on the line for their fellow Americans each
and every day--from law enforcement officers who keep our streets safe
and firefighters who rush into burning buildings, to relief workers who
care for our families after natural disasters and EMTs, paramedics, and
other public
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health workers who provide life-saving emergency care at a moment's
notice. When tragedies strike, these women and men are always there to
help us, and we thank them for their extraordinary service to our
country.
I have witnessed up close the courage, character, and valor of first
responders across the Nation. In Florida, Puerto Rico, and Kentucky,
search and rescue teams swooped in to save lives in the aftermath of
Hurricanes Ian and Fiona and historic flooding. In Idaho, Colorado, New
Mexico, and California, firefighters battled raging wildfires, even when
some of their own homes had been destroyed. In Buffalo, New York, a
retired police officer lost his life protecting his community from a
mass shooter. Living a life of service and sacrifice is not just what
first responders do--it is who they are.
We ask more of our first responders today than ever before. Being a
police officer not only means keeping our communities safe but also
acting as a counselor and a social worker. Being a firefighter means not
only combatting fires in homes and businesses but also suiting up to
fight raging wildfires made more frequent and ferocious by the climate
crisis. Throughout the pandemic, medical teams and community health
workers have been on the frontlines, working around the clock to save
lives. Yet, even when first responders are stretched thin, their courage
and commitment to service never wavers.
That is why my Administration's American Rescue Plan committed over $10
billion in funds for public safety and violence prevention, including
billions of dollars to recruit and retain first responders, avoid public
safety layoffs, and purchase emergency vehicles and other equipment to
keep our communities safe. We increased Federal funding for State and
local law enforcement by almost 30 percent last year. With my Safer
America Plan, I am asking the Congress for additional funding to provide
our law enforcement officers with more mental health and wellness
resources and to recruit and hire 100,000 more police officers who are
trained in safe, effective, and accountable community policing. When it
comes to strengthening public safety, the answer is not to defund the
police: It is to provide them with the tools, training, and support they
need to fight crime and build trust with the communities they are sworn
to protect.
The same goes for fighting fires, which is why I, in partnership with
the Congress, substantially increased wages for Federal wildland
firefighters, implemented new programs to support their mental and
physical health, and created a wildland firefighter job series to
improve recruitment, retention, and professional opportunities. The
American Rescue Plan and the 2023 Budget include combined increases of
$320 million for Federal firefighting grants, helping to fund 1,200 more
local firefighters, hundreds more emergency response vehicles, and
thousands of protective gear sets. In addition, I signed into law the
Protecting America's First Responders Act, reducing red tape for
firefighters and other first responders with disabilities to qualify for
critical benefits and extending benefits to surviving families of
firefighters who lost their lives in training. Because cancer is a
leading cause of death among firefighters, my Administration created a
special unit at the Department of Labor to help process cancer claims,
and I am calling on the Congress to pass the Federal Firefighters
Fairness Act to ensure cancer patients and their families get the
compensation they deserve.
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Today and every day, America's first responders remain on alert and on
call, always there for us when we need them. As we celebrate these
patriots who have answered the call of duty, we honor the memory of the
heroes we have lost. They are woven into the fabric of our national
character--embodying the extraordinary selflessness, rare commitment to
others, and remarkable bravery that has inspired us for generations. Our
first responders remind us that we are a great country because we are
made up of good people. Let us renew our commitment as a Nation to
standing by them and their families just as they stand by us, shaping a
stronger, safer, and more resilient America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 28, 2022,
as National First Responders Day. I call upon all the people of the
United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies,
and activities to honor our brave first responders and to pay tribute to
those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10483 of October 31, 2022
Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
This month, we recommit to improving the resilience of our Nation's
critical infrastructure so it can withstand all hazards--natural and
manmade. By building better roads, bridges, and ports; fortifying our
information technology and cybersecurity across sectors, including
election systems; safeguarding our food and water sources; moving to
clean energy; and strengthening all other critical infrastructure
sectors, we will lay the foundation for long-term security and
prosperity.
When our critical infrastructure shows signs of wear, everyday Americans
pay the price. When powerful storms and forest fires--made more frequent
and ferocious by climate change--shut down energy grids, families can
lose power for weeks. When unsecure networks are hacked, critical
services can go offline, and businesses can suffer huge losses. When
bridges collapse and first responders must travel further to reach
disaster sites, Americans can die. Crumbling infrastructure around the
world affects us at home as well: Extreme weather, cyberattacks, and
other disasters have ripple effects, threatening global stability and
disrupting supply chains everywhere.
That is why my Administration is reinforcing America's critical
infrastructure and supporting our international partners as they do the
same. Last year, I signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to make a
once-in-a-generation investment in resilience and build a better
America--modernizing our
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roads, bridges, and ports; delivering clean water and high-speed
internet to our communities; and helping to eliminate the use of lead
pipes in this country, all while creating a new generation of good-
paying jobs. This year, I signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law,
securing historic funding for research and development and to build a
resilient supply chain for semiconductors here in America. At the same
time, we are shielding our entire country against--and actively
countering--malicious cyber activity, and establishing clear
international rules of the road as they relate to cyberspace. Our
Federal agencies are working more closely with the private sector--which
owns and operates most of America's critical infrastructure--to defend
against cyberattacks. I have reinvigorated the National Infrastructure
Advisory Council to advise on how to reduce physical and cyber risks and
improve the security and resilience of our Nation's critical
infrastructure sectors.
At the same time, we are committed to protecting our election systems.
The right to vote and to have that vote counted is the foundation of our
democracy and our Nation's stability, and I am determined to protect our
election workers and defend our free and fair elections from
cyberattacks, threats of violence, and disinformation campaigns.
Securing our critical infrastructure also means tackling the climate
crisis--an existential threat to our health care, food systems, water
sources, and energy grid. That is why I was proud to sign the Inflation
Reduction Act, the largest investment ever to combat climate change
while strengthening our energy sector, and to invoke the Defense
Production Act to accelerate the manufacturing of critical clean energy
technologies here at home. By ushering in a clean energy future,
enhancing wildfire preparedness, and creating thousands of jobs, our
actions will minimize the risk of natural disasters and save lives.
Our efforts to bolster critical infrastructure extend beyond our own
borders as well. Through programs like the Partnership for Global
Infrastructure and Investment, the Digital Invest Program from the
United States Agency for International Development, and the President's
Emergency Plan for Adaptation and Resilience, the United States is
helping pay for game-changing infrastructure projects in developing
countries, strengthening the global economy and international supply
chains. We are also working with allies and partners to enhance the
resilience of critical infrastructure around the world, including
trusted telecommunications providers, supply chains, and energy
networks, and to defend and respond to threats from state and nonstate
actors.
The choices we make today to strengthen our critical infrastructure are
going to affect our country and our world for several generations to
come. This year, as we observe the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water
Act and the Federal Government's landmark actions to protect and restore
our waterways--let us rededicate ourselves to building a stronger, more
resilient Nation. With bold action, smart investments, and a will to win
the competition for the future, anything is possible.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month. I call upon the
people of the United States to recognize the importance of protecting
our Nation's
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infrastructure and to observe this month with appropriate measures to
enhance our national security and resilience.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10484 of October 31, 2022
National Adoption Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Adoption Month, let us celebrate families that create
safe and supportive homes and families that are made whole through
adoption, and let us continue working to ensure that every child has a
loving family to call their own.
I am committed to helping families pay for the costs of adopting a
child, which is why I have called for the adoption tax credit to be made
fully refundable. This would enable devoted adoptive families to worry
less about the costs of welcoming children into their homes and focus
more on laying the supportive foundation for full and happy lives. I
have also proposed extending the adoption tax credit to legal
guardianships--including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other
relatives--which would make it easier for loving family members to care
for children who need their support. This measure could also help reduce
racial inequities in our country's child welfare system, which too often
render some children of color more likely to be removed from their homes
and cut off from their families and communities.
At the same time, my Administration is fighting discrimination in the
adoption process. As part of my Executive Order on Advancing Equality
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex
Individuals, we are partnering with State child welfare agencies to
remove barriers and combat biases that can make it harder for LGBTQI+
families to adopt. The Department of Health and Human Services will
provide training and technical assistance to State child welfare
agencies in order to better support LGBTQI+ youth, whose needs are often
unmet in the foster care system, and take steps to ensure all youth are
placed in supportive environments. Additionally, we are committed to
ensuring that older adolescents transitioning from the foster care
system have access to housing and education and can pay their bills and
prepare for adulthood, which is why I have proposed increasing funding
for the John H. Chafee Successful Transition to Adulthood program by 70
percent.
This National Adoption Month, we recognize all the adoptive and kinship
families across America who change children's lives for the better. We
give thanks for the foster families who love, care for, and provide for
our Nation's foster youth as well as the dedicated professionals who are
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in these children's futures. We send our encouragement to everyone still
waiting for the chance to adopt and grow their family. We rededicate
ourselves to ensuring that all children have the unconditional love of a
permanent home.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Adoption Month. I encourage all Americans to honor this month
by helping the children and youth in your communities find homes where
they can thrive. Through our collective action, we can connect children
and youth with their forever families and give them a brighter future.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10485 of October 31, 2022
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, we honor and
support the millions of brave Americans who have been diagnosed with
Alzheimer's, along with the selfless family members and caregivers who
stand by their sides throughout the long course of this heartbreaking
disease.
Alzheimer's is common and especially cruel, robbing people of their
memories, thoughts, and identity over many years. Across the Nation,
this epidemic is growing: In the next 30 years, the number of Americans
with Alzheimer's is expected to reach nearly 14 million, straining
families and our health care system. Fortunately, we are on the cusp of
life-saving advances that can forever change the course of the disease.
This year, my Administration launched the transformational Advanced
Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) at the National Institutes
of Health, which is investing a billion dollars in cutting-edge research
to prevent, treat, and cure Alzheimer's and other deadly diseases.
Modeled on the Pentagon program that brought us game-changing
technologies like the internet and GPS, ARPA-H will support bold ideas
that neither traditional research nor the private sector is willing to
pursue, driving new biomedical breakthroughs. At the same time, the
Department of Health and Human Services is investing in research and
technology that can keep Alzheimer's patients living longer in their own
homes; training caregivers to support them; and educating Americans
about early warning signs of Alzheimer's, dementia risks, and brain
health generally. Meanwhile, I signed the Inflation Reduction Act, which
will protect Alzheimer's patients from high bills at the pharmacy by
capping what they pay at $2,000 per year. Throughout our work, my
Administration is committed to keeping older Black and
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Brown Americans, who are more than twice as likely to be affected by
dementias, at the center of our push to understand these diseases.
Curing Alzheimer's is not a partisan issue. The disease does not
discriminate between red and blue. Beating it is something we can do
together, in honor of the loved ones we have lost or those who are
slipping away, and in support of the remarkable caregivers, doctors,
researchers, and advocates who are fighting on their behalf today. Our
Nation is on the cusp of tremendous scientific progress, and I pledge
the best of our energies to support caregivers, improve Alzheimer's
treatments, and work towards a cure that will free future generations
from the specter of this disease.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. I call on the people of
the United States of America to recognize their fellow citizens living
with Alzheimer's, along with their families and caregivers. I also
encourage all Americans to visit Alzheimers.gov for resources and
information on living with or caring for someone with Alzheimer's
disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10486 of October 31, 2022
National Diabetes Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
This month, we acknowledge more than 37 million Americans living with
diabetes who inspire us to develop better treatment options, make life-
saving medicines more affordable, and finally find a cure for this
disease.
Over 10 percent of Americans have Type 1, Type 2, or gestational
diabetes, and tens of millions more remain at risk of developing this
chronic condition. While the scientific community has made strides over
the past several decades to help patients manage symptoms, too many
loved ones must still contend with the daily challenge of managing blood
sugar levels, the dangers of long-term health complications, and the
frustration of being diagnosed with a disease that has yet to be cured.
Despite it costing only $10 to manufacture a vial of insulin, drug
companies can charge more than 30 times that, leaving families
struggling to pay for life-saving medicine. The inability to afford
vital treatment not only deprives people of a healthy existence but also
of their dignity. This is especially true for people of color, who have
higher rates of diabetes.
Health care should be a right, not a privilege. That is the America we
are building. In August, after decades of big pharmaceutical companies
blocking meaningful change, I signed the Inflation Reduction Act into
law,
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which caps the cost of a month's supply of insulin at $35 per
prescription for over 3 million seniors on Medicare. I am committed to
lowering the cost of insulin for everyone, including hundreds of
thousands of children with Type 1 diabetes. In March, I secured $1
billion in bipartisan funding from the Congress to create the Advanced
Research Project Agencies for Health (ARPA-H) to drive medical
breakthroughs in prevention, detection, and treatment of diabetes and
other diseases. Modeled after the Defense Advanced Research Projects
Agency (DARPA) that made pivotal discoveries leading to the invention of
the internet, GPS, and so much more, ARPA-H will help our Nation pursue
bold, audacious, and life-saving advances that improve the health and
well-being of every American.
In September, my Administration also convened the first White House
Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in over 50 years and set a
goal to end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases, like diabetes, by
2030 while also continuing to reduce the health disparities that persist
in underserved communities. My Administration released the White House
National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, which focuses on
improving food access and affordability, integrating nutrition and
health, empowering consumers to make and have access to healthy choices,
supporting physical activity for all, and enhancing nutrition and food
insecurity research. In this strategy, we commit to better preventing
and managing diabetes, expanding access to nutrition counseling, and
working with the Congress to make the Medicare Diabetes Prevention
Program permanent and cost-effective.
I have also taken steps to strengthen the Affordable Care Act, which
connects people with vital screening and services for diabetes and
related health issues. I am making the newest and most effective COVID-
19 vaccines accessible to all Americans, which will save lives--
particularly for people living with diabetes who are often more
vulnerable to the worst effects of COVID-19. Throughout this work, my
Administration is also determined to provide equal access to health care
to those who are disproportionately affected by diabetes and often are
least likely to receive the support they need, including Black, Brown,
and Native Americans.
During National Diabetes Month, my Administration continues the fight to
lower the cost of lifesaving insulin for families so that no parent is
forced to ration vital medication and no child needs to skip dosages
because basic treatment is unaffordable. We offer gratitude to the
dedicated medical professionals, researchers, advocates, and caregivers
who support loved ones living with diabetes and bring us closer to
ending this disease once and for all. We stand by every American
diagnosed with diabetes, honor their strength and resolve, and commit to
helping them live full and healthy lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim the month of
November 2022 as National Diabetes Month. I call upon all Americans,
school systems, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, health
care providers, research institutions, and other interested groups to
join in activities that raise diabetes awareness and help prevent,
treat, and manage this disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10487 of October 31, 2022
National Entrepreneurship Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Entrepreneurship Month, we celebrate the doers,
dreamers, and job creators whose vision and grit fuel our economy and
capture the essence of America.
Starting and owning a business has always been a key path to the
American Dream--a way to build wealth, serve your neighbors, and leave a
mark in a community and on the world. Requiring risk-taking and daring,
entrepreneurs faced additional challenges during the pandemic and the
economic crisis that it created. Two years ago, hundreds of thousands of
small businesses closed, while others struggled to find workers and
stock their shelves. But as we have recovered, Americans have responded
with entrepreneurial spirit, seizing the opportunity to build new
businesses and launch new careers.
Our Administration is working across the board to help them all succeed.
Today, American entrepreneurship is booming. A record 5.4 million new
businesses were started in 2021, over 20 percent more than any year on
record. New entrepreneurship rates have increased the most among
minorities, particularly in Hispanic and Black communities.
The American Rescue Plan distributed $450 billion in emergency relief to
more than 6 million businesses at the height of the pandemic. The
Restaurant Revitalization Fund kept restaurants open. Our expanded State
Small Business Credit Initiative is helping entrepreneurs tap $10
billion in investment and loans, and we are making the Minority Business
Development Agency permanent to boost minority entrepreneurs' access to
capital and markets.
Meanwhile, our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is rebuilding America's
roads, bridges, railways, and ports so businesses can get goods to
consumers quickly and affordably. It is bringing high-speed broadband to
small towns and rural areas so Americans anywhere can run a business
online. Our CHIPS and Science Act is making historic investments in
semiconductor companies that produce the tiny computer chips that power
everything from smartphones to cars--benefitting thousands of smaller
businesses along the supply chain. Our Inflation Reduction Act is
slashing health insurance and energy costs for entrepreneurs, increasing
research-and-development tax credits, and incentivizing manufacturers to
use American suppliers, creating more good-paying jobs. We are also
investing in small business support and STEM education to give
entrepreneurs access to the skills and workforce needed to thrive. We
are making sure that when the Federal Government spends taxpayer money
to buy the things it needs,
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it buys them from American companies--including from small disadvantaged
businesses, to whom we have already awarded a record amount of
contracting dollars.
I have long said that America can be defined in one word: possibilities.
Entrepreneurs' willingness to take risks, work hard, and never quit make
those possibilities come alive. They turn vision into reality and ideas
into products, profits, and national prosperity. This month, we
celebrate their contributions as a point of national pride and recommit
to giving them the space and support to make sure America wins the 21st
century.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Entrepreneurship Month. I call upon all Americans to
commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities and to
celebrate November 15, 2022, as National Entrepreneurs' Day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10488 of October 31, 2022
National Family Caregivers Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Family Caregivers Month, we recognize the love and
sacrifice of more than 50 million Americans providing crucial care and
medical assistance to parents, children, siblings, and other loved ones,
ensuring their health and dignity.
Today, far too many Americans find themselves sandwiched between the
enormous tasks of supporting aging parents, raising young children, and
earning a living. Others bear the responsibility of caring for loved
ones with a disability or looking after wounded, ill, or injured service
members and veterans who have sacrificed so much for us all. The truth
is, at some point in our lives, each of us will likely need to be a
family caregiver--but the burden falls especially hard on those who
cannot afford support. Women, people of color, and immigrants shoulder a
disproportionate share of the obligation, sometimes forced to leave good
jobs to instead provide care. Their work is a profound service to their
families and to our Nation, but they are still too often unseen,
undervalued, and unpaid.
No one should have to choose between a paycheck and looking after a
loved one. My Administration is committed to easing that squeeze on
working families and getting caregivers the resources and respect they
deserve. The Department of Health and Human Services' National Strategy
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Support Family Caregivers outlines nearly 350 actions the Federal
Government can take to support family caregivers' health, well-being,
and financial security. Our American Rescue Plan provided $145 million
to help the National Family Caregiver Support Program deliver
counseling, training, and short-term relief to family and other informal
care providers. We have expanded the Department of Veterans Affairs
Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers so more
veteran caregivers have the financial and mental health support they
deserve, and we helped launch the ``Hidden Helpers'' initiative to serve
the 2.3 million children now living with a disabled veteran. Meanwhile,
we have pushed the Congress to lower child and elder care costs across
the country and provide paid family and medical leave. We have more to
do to win that fight, and I will not give up.
Family caregivers are the backbone of our Nation's long-term care
system, doing essential work with devotion, often at great emotional and
financial cost. We owe them. It is time to bring their service out of
the shadows and celebrate and support them in living their own happy,
healthy, and fulfilling lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Family Caregivers Month. I encourage all Americans to reach out
to those who provide care for our Nation's family members, friends, and
neighbors in need, to honor and thank them.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10489 of October 31, 2022
National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we are inspired by the
courage and fight of the millions of patients, survivors, caregivers,
doctors, researchers, and advocates battling this terrible disease--the
leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. For the loved ones
we have lost and all those we can save, we recommit to investing in
cutting-edge screening, prevention, and treatments, making them more
affordable and effective, and uniting this country in our movement to
end cancer as we know it.
Over the past three decades, lung cancer case and death rates have
decreased dramatically nationwide--an encouraging trend we owe largely
to lower smoking rates and improved immunotherapies that use the body's
own immune system to attack cancer. But lung cancer is still an
overwhelmingly tough diagnosis. Rural communities have seen stubbornly
high
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mortality rates, driven in part by increased tobacco use, and Black men
are disproportionately likely to develop and die from lung cancer. For
the nearly quarter-million Americans facing this diagnosis each year,
the paralyzing fear of what is to come, the onslaught of new
information, and the cost of new treatment can make the journey
daunting.
When I was elected, I was determined to supercharge our Nation's work to
cure cancer. The First Lady and I set a goal of cutting the cancer death
rate by half in the next 25 years--boosting funding for breakthroughs,
turning more cancers from death sentences into chronic diseases, and
better supporting both patients and caregivers. To achieve that, we
reignited the Cancer Moonshot that I began under President Obama in
2016, convening our Nation's first-ever Cancer Cabinet. I also launched
the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). I had called
for its creation as a candidate for President; and after I was elected,
I brought Democrats, Republicans, and Independents in the Congress
together to invest $1 billion in its launch. Modeled on the Defense
Advanced Research Projects Agency, the Pentagon program that has led to
world-changing technologies like the internet and GPS, ARPA-H will have
a singular purpose--to find breakthrough ways to prevent, diagnose,
treat, and cure cancer and other diseases, and free us all to live
healthier lives. We could soon see vaccines that prevent cancer. Easy
blood tests that could detect it early. A simple shot, instead of
grueling chemo. The possibilities are astounding. I also signed an
Executive Order to help ensure biotechnology invented in America is made
in America, so we will always have access to these life-saving
medications.
Meanwhile, my Administration is working to make current lifesaving care
more affordable. I signed the Inflation Reduction Act, which caps
prescription drug costs for seniors on Medicare at $2,000 per year,
including for expensive cancer drugs. We are protecting and expanding
the Affordable Care Act, which requires insurance companies to cover
recommended cancer screenings and primary care visits, and prohibits
them from denying coverage to cancer survivors or others with
preexisting conditions. In August, I signed the PACT Act to ensure
millions of veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their
military service get the health care and benefits that they and their
families have earned. We are also fighting to reduce people's exposure
to carcinogens in the first place. Because smoking is the leading cause
of lung cancer, the Food and Drug Administration recently proposed a
rule to ban menthol-flavored cigarettes and flavored cigars that are
popular among first-time smokers, particularly children. The
Environmental Protection Agency is working to ban the ongoing use of
cancer-causing asbestos to protect American workers and families. The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is helping cancer coalitions
across the country boost access to screening and helping people quit
smoking.
This month, I call on the private sector to continue its search for new
treatments and a cure for lung cancer, to lower drug prices, to share
more data to improve patient outcomes, and to promote smoking cessation.
But there are also things that each of us can do to fight lung cancer in
our own lives. For many, that starts with quitting smoking. You can
reach a free expert to help you quit right away at BeTobaccoFree.gov, or
by calling 877-44U-QUIT. Doctors across my Administration recommend that
anyone over 50 who has smoked a pack or more a day for many years and
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smokes or has quit within the last 15 years should get an annual lung
cancer screening. Beating cancer is not a red issue or a blue issue--it
is something that affects us all and that we can all do together,
drawing on the best talents, resources, and grit that this country has
to offer. I am unwilling to postpone a cure.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon the people of the
United States to speak with their doctors and health care providers to
learn more about lung cancer. I encourage citizens, government agencies,
private businesses, nonprofit organizations, the media, and other
interested groups to increase awareness about what Americans can do to
prevent, detect, and treat lung cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10490 of October 31, 2022
National Native American Heritage Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Native American Heritage Month, we celebrate Indigenous
peoples past and present and rededicate ourselves to honoring Tribal
sovereignty, promoting Tribal self-determination, and upholding the
United States' solemn trust and treaty responsibilities to Tribal
Nations.
America has not always delivered on its promise of equal dignity and
respect for Native Americans. For centuries, broken treaties,
dispossession of ancestral lands, and policies of assimilation and
termination sought to decimate Native populations and their ways of
life. But despite this painful history, Indigenous peoples, their
governments, and their communities have persevered and flourished. As
teachers and scholars, scientists and doctors, writers and artists,
business leaders and elected officials, heroes in uniform, and so much
more, they have made immeasurable contributions to our country's
progress.
We must do more to ensure that Native Americans have every opportunity
to succeed and that their expertise informs our Federal policy-making.
That is why my Administration is engaging in meaningful consultation
with Tribal leaders, particularly when it comes to treaty rights,
reserved rights, management and stewardship of Federal lands,
consideration of Indigenous Knowledge, and other policies that affect
Native peoples. That is also why I appointed Secretary Deb Haaland to be
the first-ever Native American Cabinet Secretary, and why more than 50
Native Americans now serve in significant roles across the executive
branch.
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Meanwhile, we are creating new jobs in Native American communities and
bolstering infrastructure in Tribal areas. My Administration's American
Rescue plan made the largest-ever investment in Indian Country to help
Tribal Nations combat the COVID-19 pandemic and to support Tribal
economic recovery. My Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
secured more than $13 billion exclusively for Native communities to
deliver high-speed internet to Tribal lands, build safer roads and
bridges, modernize sanitation systems, and provide clean drinking
water--all while putting people to work. Through the Inflation Reduction
Act, we are lowering the price of health care coverage and capping drug
costs for Indigenous families. We are empowering Tribes to fight
drought, improve fisheries, and transition to clean energy as part of
the most significant climate investment this Nation has ever made. Those
investments include climate adaptation planning and community-led
relocation efforts, funding a Tribal Electrification Program to provide
power to unelectrified homes, making Environmental Justice Block Grants
available to help alleviate legacy pollution, bolstering conservation
programs across the country, and restoring protections for treasured
lands that Indigenous peoples have tirelessly stewarded, such as Bears
Ears and the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
We are also helping Native communities heal from intergenerational
trauma caused by past policies. Last year, the Department of the
Interior launched the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative to shed
light on the harmful history of forced cultural assimilation at these
academic institutions. We are investing in Tribal language
revitalization, protecting Tribal voting rights, and working with Tribal
partners to tackle the crisis of missing or murdered Indigenous people.
As we look ahead, my Administration will continue to write a new and
better chapter in the story of our Nation-to-Nation relationships. We
will defend Tribal sovereignty, self-government, self-determination, and
the homelands of Tribal Nations. We will support Tribal economies,
recognizing that Tribal governments provide a vast array of physical
infrastructure, social services, and good-paying jobs that benefit their
citizens and surrounding communities. We will keep fighting for better
health care, child care, education, and housing in Tribal communities.
We will always honor the profound impact Native Americans continue to
have in shaping our Nation and bringing us closer to the more perfect
Union we know we can and must be.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Native American Heritage Month. I urge all Americans, as well
as their elected representatives at the Federal, State, and local
levels, to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
activities, and to celebrate November 25, 2022, as Native American
Heritage Day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10491 of October 31, 2022
National Veterans and Military Families Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
This month, our Nation honors the strength and sacrifices of the
families, caregivers, and survivors of our veterans and our current
service members. They may not wear uniforms, but their service is
essential to our national security and the character of our Nation. We
owe them a debt of gratitude that we can never fully repay.
Constant tours, deployments, and rotations are difficult for our
military families. Jill and I have personally experienced the anxious
pride that parents feel seeing their child in uniform. We have marveled
at the devotion of military families and their resilience to uproot
their lives every few years and move to new communities. We honor the
stalwart courage and resolve of veteran families caring for their loved
ones when their service in uniform concludes. We grieve alongside
families of the fallen who have lost a piece of their soul. That is why
I take so seriously the sacred obligation to prepare and equip our
service members when we send them into harm's way and to care for them
and their families when they return home.
Since coming to office, I have signed into law important expansions of
services and benefits to support our veterans and their families,
improved VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits
and other toxic substances through the PACT Act, and made historic
reforms to the military justice system that will enhance safety and
protections for service members and their families impacted by sexual
assault and domestic violence. The First Lady's Joining Forces
initiative is helping military spouses find jobs, connecting military
children with better education, and helping to ensure that military and
veteran families, caregivers, and survivors have what they need to
thrive. My Administration has also released a comprehensive public
health strategy to reduce military and veteran suicides, which will
guide our efforts to stand with families and protect the lives of our
Nation's heroes.
To be a veteran or a service member is to have endured and survived
challenges most Americans will never know. To be the family of one of
those proud patriots is to sacrifice more for our country than most
Americans will ever give. During National Veterans and Military Families
Month, we pay homage to the unrelenting bravery and dedication of all
who wear the uniform and to the unwavering love and support of all who
serve alongside them. Families who put their lives on hold so our
military can hold the line represent the best of America, and we will
always remember what they do for our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2022 as
National Veterans and Military Families Month. I call upon the people of
the United States to honor veterans and military families with
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10492 of November 7, 2022
Veterans Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today, we honor generations of patriots who have earned the title of
``American veteran''--a badge of courage that unites the finest group of
former service members the world has ever known. With their selfless
sacrifice, our Armed Forces have forged and defended the very idea of
America--a promise of freedom and equality, democracy and justice,
possibility and hope. We owe them an incredible debt that can never be
fully repaid.
Veterans Day is personal to the Biden family. We have felt the pride
that comes with seeing your child wear the uniform of the United States
and the pain of long deployments far from home. We know what it is like
to pray every day for the safe return of someone you love. And we have
stood in awe of our veterans who carry the lasting wounds of war. We
pledge to continue the work to return our prisoners of war and those
still missing in action and commit to remember the sacrifice of the
families of those who have served. As both a father and Commander in
Chief, I firmly believe that our one truly sacred obligation as a Nation
is to properly prepare and equip the brave women and men we send into
harm's way and to care for them and their loved ones when they return
home.
That is why I was so proud to sign the Sergeant First Class Heath
Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, or
PACT Act--the most significant expansion of benefits and services for
our veterans in more than 30 years. As the name suggests, the PACT Act
fulfills a promise to our veteran community. By funding new facilities,
enabling better research, and expanding care and compensation for
veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service--as
well as helping their survivors access life insurance, home loan
assistance, tuition benefits, and monthly stipends--we are giving back
to those who have given so much for all of us. This law bolsters other
bills I have signed this year to improve health care for veterans--from
providing mammograms and screenings for service members exposed to
toxins to compensating veterans who developed cancer and other medical
conditions from our World War II nuclear program. And to ensure we
continue to meet our sacred obligation to our veteran families,
caregivers, and survivors, the First Lady's Joining Forces initiative is
helping military spouses find jobs, supporting children of service
members in classrooms, and extending physical, mental, and emotional
services to families.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other Federal agencies are
also working around the clock to end veteran suicide and veteran
homelessness. As part of a comprehensive public health strategy that we
released last year, the VA is funding community-led suicide prevention
programs that meet veterans where they are, increasing public awareness
about the importance of firearm storage in preventing suicides, and
requesting billions more from the Congress to improve mental health care
services for patients across the country. At the same time, with funding
from my American Rescue Plan, the VA is on track to permanently house
38,000 homeless veterans this year alone.
Fulfilling our Nation's promise to our veterans and military families
also means ensuring that everyone who serves--no matter their gender
identity, sexual orientation, race, or religious background--feels safe
and valued in the ranks. Since coming into office, I have made historic
reforms to the military justice system that enhance safety and
protections for service members and veterans who have experienced sexual
assault or harassment. Secretary McDonough issued a zero-tolerance
policy and announced that harassment and sexual assault, including
sexual harassment and gender-based harassment, will not be tolerated
within the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is also a priority for
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, who has made preventing sexual
assault and restoring the trust in the military justice processes a
constant focus. Additionally, we reversed the discriminatory ban on
transgender service and directed a review of all policies and practices
to ensure greater inclusivity of LGBTQ+ veterans.
In every generation, America's veterans have been willing to give all
for that which we hold sacred--freedom, justice, and democracy. They
have served selflessly, sacrificed greatly, and shouldered the burden of
freedom quietly, asking no glory for themselves. Today, let us honor
them by living up to their example--putting service before self, caring
for our neighbors, and working passionately to build a more perfect
Union worthy of all those who protect our lives and liberty.
In respect and recognition of the contributions our veterans and their
families, caregivers, and survivors have made to the cause of peace and
freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a))
that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public
holiday to honor our Nation's veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2022, as Veterans Day. I
encourage all Americans to recognize the valor, courage, and sacrifice
of these patriots through appropriate ceremonies and private prayers,
and by observing two minutes of silence for our Nation's veterans. I
also call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag
of the United States of America and to participate in patriotic
activities in their communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10493 of November 8, 2022
World Freedom Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On World Freedom Day, we remember the fall of the Berlin Wall and recall
the hope felt around the world when freedom triumphed over tyranny. For
decades, the Soviet Union ruled Central and Eastern Europe with an iron
fist behind an Iron Curtain. But on that cold November night in 1989,
the Berlin Wall fell, and East and West Berliners came together to send
a clear message: the darkness that drives autocracy can never extinguish
the flame of liberty that lights the souls of free people everywhere.
Today, we reflect upon the power of people yearning for democracy and
once again rededicate ourselves to the same cause.
Over the last 30 years, the forces of autocracy have been revived across
the globe--exhibiting their contempt for the rule of law, for human
rights and fundamental freedoms, and for truth itself. Russia's unjust
war against Ukraine, and its attempts to forcibly claim territory
through brutal violence and sham referenda, is the latest battle in a
long struggle between liberty and repression--between a rules-based
order and one governed by brute force. We are reminded once again that
democracy is never guaranteed. We have to defend it, protect it, and
stand up for it always.
The United States will be unabashed in promoting our vision of a free,
open, secure, and prosperous world in the face of autocratic attempts to
forge a darker path. The future will be won by countries where members
of religious and ethnic minorities can live without harassment, where
people can love freely without being targeted with violence, where
privacy is respected and personal liberties are inalienable, and where
citizens can vote freely and have that vote counted. We will continue
investing in developing countries to help them drive down poverty, shore
up critical infrastructure, and unleash the full potential of their
populations. We will continue marshaling security, humanitarian, and
economic support to Ukraine, strengthening its hand militarily and
diplomatically as it defends against Russian aggression. At home, I am
determined to ensure that democracy continues delivering for our
people--making lives better in meaningful, concrete ways.
To all the people around the world striving toward a better future--a
future rooted in democracy and fundamental freedoms, hope and light,
decency and dignity--the United States stands with you. From the
Ukrainian soldiers fighting for their nation's very existence, to the
brave women of Iran organizing to secure their human rights and
fundamental freedoms, the people of Burma demanding democracy in the
face of brutal violence, and the Cuban citizens standing up against
oppression--the courage and commitment that helped bring down the Berlin
Wall remains alive and powerful around the world today. History shows us
that it is from the darkest moments that the greatest progress follows.
That is true thanks to brave people who are bending the arc of history
toward a freer and more just world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim November 9, 2022, as World Freedom Day.
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I call upon the people of the United States of America to recall the
hope symbolized by the fall of the Berlin Wall and reaffirm our
dedication to freedom and democracy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10494 of November 10, 2022
American Education Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During American Education Week, we celebrate the power of public
education and thank the educators and staff who do so much to make our
public schools the cornerstone of our democracy, prosperity, and
strength.
America is founded on the beliefs that all people are created equal and
that with talent and hard work anyone can get ahead. Our public schools
make that possible. For over a century since America made 12 years of
education universal, public schools have given us the best-prepared
workforce on the planet, the most innovative industries, the most
creative ideas, and the strongest economy. A quality education has been
a ticket to the middle class, and our public schools have been the
centers of our communities--places to listen and learn from each other,
united around our shared American ideals.
In the wake of the pandemic, though, it is clearer than ever that our
schools and kids need more support. Students have lost months of
learning, and the latest Nation's Report Card showed serious declines in
math and reading, even as heroic educators have sacrificed so much to
help students catch up. There are bright spots across the country, but
the truth is that even before COVID-19, the United States had already
dropped behind other nations in early education and overall attainment.
The pandemic just made things worse.
That is why my Administration fought so hard to pass the American Rescue
Plan, which provided a historic $130 billion to help schools across the
country reopen safely, tackle learning loss, boost teacher pay, increase
mental health services, and expand afterschool and summer programs.
Since I took office, schools have hired 328,000 new educators and staff
and increased the number of social workers, counselors, and school
nurses on hand to support students. Meanwhile, the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law is investing historic amounts in our Nation's roads,
bridges, and communities. It will replace America's lead pipes so
children can turn on the faucet at home or school and drink clean water.
It will deliver affordable, high-speed internet to every family so no
child has to sit in a fast-food parking lot to get Wi-Fi for their
homework. It will upgrade schools' ventilation systems, saving energy.
It will phase in thousands of electric school buses, protecting our kids
from today's diesel bus fumes. At the same time, we are
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working to keep our kids nourished and safe, making it easier to
concentrate in class. My Administration released a national strategy to
combat hunger in America, which outlines a pathway to free, healthy
school meals for all children, millions of whom are food insecure. Last
summer, we passed the Nation's first major gun safety bill in nearly 30
years, funding mental health supports in schools, anti-violence
programs, and red-flag laws and expanding background checks to help make
sure every American school is safe.
As we boost support for K-12 education, we also acknowledge that 12
years of school is no longer enough to compete in the 21st century--so
my Administration is taking historic steps to expand access to education
beyond high school, too. We are working with unions, employers, and
community groups to expand quality apprenticeship programs. We have
increased the maximum Pell Grant, helping millions of low-income
students cover more of their college costs. We have invested billions of
dollars in Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges
and Universities, and Minority-Serving Institutions, such as Hispanic-
Serving Institutions. As working families continue to recover from the
strains associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, we are easing the burden
of student debt by forgiving up to $20,000 in eligible Federal student
loans for anyone who earns less than $125,000 a year and forgiving the
entire loan balance for public school teachers and other public servants
who have made payments for at least 10 years. Borrowers can apply for
one-time debt relief in a matter of minutes at studentaid.gov. Borrowers
who work in public service can apply for the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness at studentaid.gov/pslf.
At the same time, we have much more to do to provide free, high-quality
preschool for every three- and four-year-old, to boost resources for
high-poverty Title I schools, and to make affordable childcare available
to all working families. Our children are the kite strings that hold our
national ambitions aloft, and our public education system gives them the
tools they need to take flight. This week, we honor all the educators,
counselors, nurses, cafeteria workers, bus drivers, custodians, and
other school staff who make such a difference in our children's lives;
and we recommit to getting them the support needed to guarantee that
every child in America can reach their potential.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 13
through November 19, 2022, as American Education Week. I invite all
Americans to celebrate with appropriate activities, events, and
programs, and with gratitude for all those who have made education their
calling, and who help learners of all ages and backgrounds reach their
full potential.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10495 of November 10, 2022
National Apprenticeship Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Apprenticeship Week, we celebrate the workers of
America--the best in the world--and lift up the importance of
apprenticeship programs run by unions, employers, and other
organizations. These programs train workers to hone a skill and craft
that is going to rebuild America for the 21st century.
For many workers, especially those without college degrees,
apprenticeships create a critical pathway to good-paying jobs.
Registered apprentices earn while they learn. These programs,
particularly through local unions, ensure that our Nation is producing
the best-trained, best-prepared, and best-skilled workers for industries
now and of the future--from health care and information technology to
clean energy. Supporting Registered Apprenticeships is a key part of my
economic vision to build an economy from the bottom up and the middle
out: an economy that works for everyone.
That is why hundreds of millions of dollars from my American Rescue Plan
and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law are dedicated to helping States,
employers, labor organizations, and workforce intermediaries design,
develop, and expand Registered Apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeship
programs. That means jobs for electrical workers, pipefitters,
carpenters, and more. I began an Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative,
which assembled a national network of businesses and labor organizations
and secured from them a collective commitment to hire over 10,000 new
apprentices in the next year alone. Our Administration's 90-Day Trucking
Apprenticeship Challenge and 120-day Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint
bolstered this progress, garnering hundreds of private sector
commitments for new apprenticeship programs in these critical sectors.
With these efforts, our Nation hit record-setting employment in the
trucking industry earlier this year. Additionally, nearly 150 public and
private sector employers, unions, and community-based organizations have
made training and apprenticeship commitments in the broadband,
construction, and electrification sectors to promote equitable workforce
development as part of my Talent Pipeline Challenge.
At the same time, we have cut red tape so companies can also more easily
establish Registered Apprenticeship programs in just a matter of days.
To ensure the American worker can ably compete in the global
marketplace, I revoked an Executive Order that promoted less rigorous
apprenticeships. I am also making sure that, as our economy grows and
apprenticeship opportunities become more widely available, every
community in America experiences these benefits. That means creating
clean energy apprenticeships and jobs in frontline and fence-line
communities that have suffered from the legacy of pollution. It also
means continuing our support for initiatives like the Department of
Labor's Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations grant
program, which has trained women to enter the skilled trades and other
occupations where they have been historically underrepresented.
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valuable role in expanding the pool of workers ready to take on a
Registered Apprenticeship.
I have always believed that the middle class built America and that
unions built the middle class. Registered Apprenticeships are a
testament to the power of unions to deliver good-paying jobs that offer
dignity and respect. They also reflect American workers' dedication and
commitment to excellence. During National Apprenticeship Week, let us
celebrate the apprentices of America, give our thanks to the mentors who
train them, and remind ourselves of our ongoing responsibility to invest
in the best workforce on the planet.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 13
through November 19, 2022, as National Apprenticeship Week. I urge the
Congress, State and local governments, educational institutions,
industry and labor leaders, apprentices, and all Americans to support
Registered Apprenticeship programs in the United States of America and
to raise awareness of their importance in building a diverse and robust
workforce to strengthen our national economy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10496 of November 14, 2022
America Recycles Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On America Recycles Day, we promote the benefits of recycling for our
health, environment, and economy and we reenergize the efforts all of us
can take to meet the obligations we have as a Nation to future
generations. By manufacturing and packaging more recyclable products,
producing less waste, and reusing precious resources, we can cut
greenhouse gas emissions, create new good-paying jobs, and do our part
to help address the climate crisis.
While we know its benefits, recycling is at a crossroads today in many
parts of this country. Too many Americans are uncertain about what
materials can or should be recycled. Municipalities have trouble finding
markets for their recycled waste. Also, as we extract and process more
natural resources when we could otherwise reuse materials, we emit
dangerous greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. People of color and low-
income Americans, who are more likely to live near landfills and other
waste processing plants, often suffer disproportionately from the
damaging effects of pollution, which impact their health, their
livelihoods, and the quality of their lives.
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In response, my Administration has released a National Recycling
Strategy to guide our efforts to educate Americans about recycling best-
practices. This strategy discusses ways to improve collection methods of
recyclable products, how to more effectively identify markets for these
materials, and how to fund the next generation of recycling
technologies. It encourages investments in technologies that recycle
important resources. It also strengthens the steps my Administration has
taken to address climate change and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas
emissions by no later than 2050, including by signing the Inflation
Reduction Act into law--a historic investment in clean energy
manufacturing and climate action.
For the health of our planet, we must build an economy that prioritizes
reducing, reusing, and recycling materials. The Federal Government can--
and should--lead by example, but each of us has a role to play. Today, I
call on all Americans to take action in their own lives: Dispose of
waste in the proper bins whenever possible, reuse containers, compost
food, and use products made with recycled materials. I also call on all
manufacturers and corporations to do their part to improve the
reusability and recyclability of the products they sell and to reduce
the amount of non-recyclable packaging they use. Together, as we
activate our collective will and actualize our shared responsibility, we
can create a cleaner and greener country that secures our future for
generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 15, 2022,
as America Recycles Day. I call upon the people of the United States of
America to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities,
and I encourage all Americans to continue their reducing, reusing, and
recycling efforts throughout the year.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10497 of November 16, 2022
National Rural Health Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Rural Health Day, we recommit to delivering quality,
affordable health care to every zip code in America by making insurance
and prescription drugs more affordable, expanding mental health and
substance use disorder services, and by keeping rural facilities open
and staffed with dedicated doctors, nurses, and other health
professionals.
We have made progress, but challenges remain. For too long, rural
hospitals and clinics have been closing, resulting in trauma patients in
rural areas often needing to travel twice as far for care and
experiencing a higher
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rate of fatality compared to Americans living in urban areas. These
closures are also damaging to rural economies, where hospitals are often
the biggest employers in town. Hunger and diet-related diseases are also
more common in rural areas, deepening health inequities. And the COVID-
19 pandemic further strained an already strapped system.
My Administration is fighting to change this. The American Rescue Plan
directed $8.5 billion to help rural providers cover soaring costs
associated with COVID-19--keeping rural hospitals and clinics open and
contributing to nearly 700,000 previously uninsured rural Americans
gaining health care coverage. To continue this progress, we established
a new Rural Emergency Hospital designation with additional Medicare
reimbursement to help improve access to emergency and outpatient care.
We have provided $1.5 billion in scholarships and student loan
assistance for rural clinicians and nurses, including over 20,000
National Health Service Corps members working in underserved areas. In
addition, we launched an innovative program to train rural providers
through the Department of Veterans Affairs to better serve the nearly
five million veterans who live in rural areas. We are also helping to
build and renovate rural facilities while boosting access to
telehealth--a lifeline in remote areas--with historic investments in
rural broadband and expansion of services that can be delivered via
telehealth to providers serving Medicare beneficiaries. Meanwhile, the
Inflation Reduction Act is lowering health insurance premiums under the
Affordable Care Act and capping drug costs for seniors on Medicare at
$2,000 a year and insulin at $35 per prescription per month.
At the same time, we are expanding mental health and substance use
disorder services, supporting community health centers, training
specialists, and sponsoring initiatives that reduce the stigma often
associated with those conditions. Addressing the mental health crisis
and beating the drug overdose epidemic, which cuts short so many lives
in rural America, are urgent priorities for the Nation and key pillars
of my Administration's Unity Agenda.
Finally, we are also improving rural health by making sure no child in
America goes to bed hungry and no family has to second-guess the safety
of the water they drink. In September, I convened the first White House
Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in over 50 years, and
released a national strategy to combat hunger and improve nutrition for
every American. As part of the strategy, we are carving a pathway for
all children to get free and healthy school meals and expanding efforts
to increase access to local foods. This will benefit rural families as
well as local farmers. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are
working with State, local, and Tribal partners to replace lead pipes,
get rid of lead paint, and deliver clean water to every home nationwide.
We all benefit from the work rural Americans do to feed and fuel the
Nation. Rural families deserve to pursue their dreams without worrying
that the nearest hospital is too far or that their children and jobs
will move away because health care is just too hard to find at home.
Health care is a right, not a privilege, and I will never quit fighting
for rural Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 17, 2022,
as
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National Rural Health Day. I call upon the people of the United States
to reaffirm our dedication to the health and well-being of rural
America.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10498 of November 18, 2022
National Family Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Family Week, we celebrate the power of family, whose
love and dreams for the future have made this Nation strong for
generations.
For me and the First Lady, family is everything. That is why, from day
one, my Administration's top priority has been to build an economy that
works for working families. Our American Rescue Plan provided families
with thousands of dollars each in stimulus checks and tax credits,
slashing child poverty by nearly half and cutting food insecurity by a
quarter. It helped to reopen schools, easing the burden on overstretched
parents, and it gave every American access to free COVID-19 vaccines so
families separated by the pandemic could finally be together. Last
summer, I signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to rebuild roads,
bridges, ports, and public transit--reviving communities and creating
good-paying jobs to raise a family on. This law is replacing lead pipes
in homes and schools so every child in America has clean drinking water.
It is expanding broadband internet so no child has to sit in a fast-food
parking lot to get Wi-Fi for their homework. It is building resilient
infrastructure in flood- and fire-prone areas, protecting family homes
from the threat of climate change.
I also signed the historic Inflation Reduction Act, capping annual
prescription drug costs for seniors on Medicare at $2,000. We are
lowering the cost of hearing aids and making them available over the
counter, saving millions of Americans with hearing loss up to $3,000 per
pair. We are working to ban ``junk fees''--those unfair, hidden charges
that companies stick you with, like surprise overdraft charges or
extreme credit-card late fees that take real money from the pockets of
American families. We have also taken historic action to ease the burden
of crippling student debt as working families continue to recover from
the strains associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. This summer, we
passed the first major gun safety bill in nearly 30 years, taking on the
epidemic of gun violence that has ripped too many families apart. And we
are working across the Government to finally get military and veteran
families the benefits and support they deserve.
The past few years have been tough, but there are so many bright spots
to give us hope and optimism. Economic growth and real incomes are up.
Inflation and gas prices are down. We have created a record number of
jobs
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with historically low unemployment. We have seen a record number of new
businesses, and manufacturing is booming. American families' net worth
is greater now than before the pandemic. Fewer families are behind on
mortgages or credit card bills and more have health insurance. We have
much more to do--providing affordable childcare, paid family leave, and
home care for seniors, for instance--but American families are already
seeing the benefits of an economy built from the bottom up and middle
out.
My dad had an expression: Family is the beginning, middle, and end. May
the power of family continue to be a blessing and a great strength of
our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 20
through November 26, 2022, as National Family Week. I invite States,
communities, and individuals to join together in observing this week
with appropriate ceremonies and activities to honor our Nation's
families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10499 of November 18, 2022
National Child's Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every child deserves to be safe and loved--anchored by a supportive
family, a welcoming community, and a Nation devoted to their education,
health, safety, and well-being. On National Child's Day, we renew our
commitment to making America the best place in the world to grow up.
America's youngest generation is set to become the best-educated, most
accomplished, and most tolerant in our history. Across the country,
children are studying hard, modeling kindness and compassion, and making
their voices heard on today's biggest issues--from climate change to
human rights, health care to gun violence, and racial justice to
immigration. America's youth make me more optimistic than ever about
this Nation's future, and I know that, by investing in their success
today, we can shape a more prosperous, secure, and just world tomorrow.
That is why I signed the American Rescue Plan at the start of my
Presidency, providing $130 billion to public K-12 schools to help them
pay teacher salaries, fund renovations, and launch new afterschool and
summer tutoring programs. During my first year in office, preschools,
elementary schools, and high schools hired a record 279,000 new
educators, and almost every single school that closed at the height of
the pandemic is now up and running. To continue this progress and ensure
that no child's future is limited by the neighborhood where they are
raised, I am calling on the
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Congress to more than double funding for historically neglected Title I
schools, which serve children from low-income families.
At the same time, our American Rescue Plan expanded health insurance to
over a million children and cut child poverty by nearly 50 percent. I
have taken on the youth mental health crisis by making it easier for
children across America to receive support through their pediatricians'
offices and helping schools hire more counselors and social workers. I
secured funding through our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to replace
lead pipes across the Nation and ensure that no parent has to second-
guess the quality of the water coming out of a school's drinking
fountains.
As part of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health
that I convened this fall--the first in 50 years--we released a national
strategy to end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases, starting by
expanding free school meals to 9 million more kids by 2032. And during
Pride Month this year, I signed an Executive Order to provide support to
LGBTQI+ children and families, who deserve the same dignity and respect
as all Americans. This order addresses discriminatory legislative
attacks on LGBTQI+ people and youth, safeguards access to health care,
prevents harmful so-called ``conversion therapy,'' and addresses the
LGBTQI+ youth mental health crisis. I will also ensure that the United
States continues to defend and fully implement the Indian Child Welfare
Act of 1978, a law I was proud to support that protects Native children
and families in the welfare system and involves Tribes in child welfare
cases.
Additionally, to improve children's safety at home, in classrooms, and
in child care settings, my Administration rolled out COVID-19 vaccines
for kids 6 months and older. I also took action on gun violence, signing
a historic law to keep firearms out of the hands of people who are a
danger to themselves and to others--the first major bipartisan gun
safety legislation in nearly 30 years. I will continue pushing the
Congress to ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines and support
universal background checks, because no student in this country should
fear for their life and no parent should worry about whether their child
will come home safe from school.
America became a world leader because we invested in the well-being of
our children and their families. We pioneered new medicines, improved
nutrition, expanded educational opportunity for all children, and
drastically reduced infant mortality. Today, we have another chance to
shape a future our Nation can be proud of. By ensuring every child in
America has a safe and supportive upbringing, we can give our kids the
chance to be healthier, happier, and more successful than ever before.
For the good of the country and the world, this work cannot wait.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 20, 2022,
as National Child's Day. I call upon all government officials,
educators, volunteers, and all the people of the United States of
America to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10500 of November 23, 2022
Thanksgiving Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
This Thanksgiving, as homes across America fill with laughter, favorite
family foods, and the joy of friends and relatives reuniting, we give
thanks for everything that is good in our lives and reflect on the many
blessings of our Nation.
This American spirit of gratitude dates back to our earliest days, when
the Pilgrims celebrated a successful first harvest, thanks to the
generosity and support of the Wampanoag people. It inspired George
Washington to give his troops a day of prayer and thanks amid fierce
fighting for American independence. It also moved Abraham Lincoln to
proclaim Thanksgiving a national holiday, honoring America's bounty and
asking God to bring us together to care for one another and heal our
Nation.
Today, Jill and I share that same gratitude for America's promise and
for the millions of heroes across our country whose selflessness and
care for their communities represent the best of who we are.
We are grateful for our family and friends and for all of our fellow
Americans, even those whom we may never meet but rely upon nonetheless.
We are thankful for the scientists, researchers, doctors, and nurses who
have kept us safe through a pandemic, and for the frontline workers who
have kept essential services going by growing and providing food for our
tables. We are grateful to faith leaders for their counsel, comfort, and
support. We thank our brave service members and veterans who sacrifice
so much for our freedom, and the first responders who put so much on the
line to keep us all safe.
As Scripture says: ``let us rejoice always, pray continually, and give
thanks in all circumstances.'' This is a special time in the greatest
country on Earth, so let us be grateful. America is a great Nation
because we are a good people. This holiday, we celebrate all that brings
us together, grounded in history and our shared hopes for the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Thursday, November
24, 2022, as a National Day of Thanksgiving. I encourage the people of
the United States of America to join together and give thanks for the
friends, neighbors, family members, and strangers who have supported
each other over the past year in a reflection of goodwill and unity.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and
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of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
forty-seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10501 of November 30, 2022
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, we recommit to
stopping avoidable traffic deaths and keeping America's roadways safe by
driving sober, raising awareness, helping each other get home, and
supporting fellow Americans who are struggling with substance use.
Over 10,000 American lives are lost to drunk and drug-impaired driving
each year, accounting for nearly a third of all traffic deaths. In 2019,
some 11 percent of Americans drove under the influence, including a
staggering 19.6 percent of people aged 21-25--and that number has only
grown since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Far too many families are left
getting that gut-wrenching phone call after an accident--their worlds
changed forever. Far too many passengers and pedestrians see their lives
destroyed by someone else's bad decision, and far too many law
enforcement officers put themselves at risk to keep impaired drivers off
our roads. We owe it to them all to do everything we can to prevent
future tragedies. That starts by working to reduce substance use
disorders, raising awareness of the dangers of impaired driving; and
investing in technologies that can help prevent crashes, injuries, and
deaths.
At the same time, we are promoting life-saving tools that can keep
people from driving under the influence. The Bipartisan Infrastructure
Law, for example, provides funds for States to develop new technologies
that can detect and prevent drunk and drug-impaired driving. It also
requires all new passenger motor vehicles to be equipped with crash-
averting features, like automatic emergency braking and collision
warnings. The Department of Transportation is also partnering with State
and local agencies and non-profits to educate the public through its
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and If You Feel Different, You Drive
Different media campaigns. We can all raise awareness within our own
communities.
Starting with the American Rescue Plan, my Administration has secured
billions of dollars to expand access to substance use services. We
distributed $1.5 billion to fight the opioid epidemic this fall. We have
asked the Congress for $24 billion more to fund prevention, treatment,
and recovery programs across the country, especially in underserved
communities. We are also asking the Congress for $18 billion to reduce
the supply of illicit substances entering our country to help keep
communities safe. And we are working to help end the stigma around
addiction so more people feel free to seek the help they need.
During this holiday season especially, let us remember all those we have
lost to impaired driving and take simple steps to save lives. I
encourage
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every American to plan ahead how you will get home after drinking and to
be sure that if you have used any substance you never get behind the
wheel. Ride-share apps make it easier than ever to stay safe. And
whenever you see loved ones or colleagues putting themselves or others
at risk, step up to offer a hand. Lives depend on it.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 2022 as
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. I urge all Americans to make
responsible decisions and take appropriate measures to prevent impaired
driving.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10502 of November 30, 2022
World AIDS Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On World AIDS Day, we recommit to ending the HIV epidemic in the United
States and around the world and rededicate ourselves to fighting the
discrimination that too often keeps people with HIV from getting the
services they need and living the full lives they deserve.
It was long hard to imagine, but today, we are within striking distance
of eliminating HIV transmission worldwide. Thanks to the incredible
dedication of scientists, activists, health care workers, caregivers,
and so many others, we have made enormous progress preventing,
detecting, and treating HIV; reducing case counts and AIDS-related
deaths; and freeing millions of people to enjoy long, healthy lives.
Still, not everyone has equal access to that care. And for the more than
38 million people around the world now living with HIV--especially
members of the LGBTQI+ community, communities of color, women, and
girls--a diagnosis is still life-altering. We can do better.
When I became President, we reestablished the White House Office of
National AIDS Policy and released a roadmap to accelerate efforts to end
the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2030. Federal agencies have
committed to nearly 400 related actions, working with stakeholders
across the country to make the latest advances in HIV prevention,
diagnosis, and treatment available to everyone. I have asked the
Congress for $850 million to increase the use of preexposure prophylaxis
(PrEP), expand treatment, and fight the stigma that stops many people
from getting care. We are working to remove barriers to employment, with
our Armed Forces, for example, ending blanket restrictions on HIV-
positive service members being deployed or commissioned. And we are
calling on States to repeal or reform so-called HIV criminalization
laws, which wrongly punish people for
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exposing others to HIV. These outdated laws have no basis in science,
and they serve to discourage testing and further marginalize HIV-
positive people.
Our important work to end HIV extends far beyond our borders too, with
continued support for the game-changing, bipartisan President's
Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Since 2003, PEPFAR has helped
at least 12 high disease-burdened countries bring HIV under control and
has saved over 25 million lives. Its efforts to make HIV prevention and
treatment services more accessible have achieved a 65 percent reduction
in new HIV cases in males 15 to 24 years old and a 50 percent reduction
in new HIV cases among females the same age since 2010. And its flagship
Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-free, Mentored and Safe (DREAMS)
public-private partnership has reached millions of adolescent girls and
young women, reducing new HIV infections in areas where the program
operates. My Administration has also pledged up to $6 billion to the
Seventh Replenishment of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis,
and Malaria--an initiative that has saved an estimated 50 million lives
to date. I am asking other international donors to match that commitment
so we can together deliver on the promise of health and well-being for
millions around the world.
We still have a hard road ahead, especially in addressing racial and
gender gaps in our health systems, which have long driven inequitable
HIV outcomes at home and abroad. But as we today honor the 700,000
Americans and 40 million lives lost worldwide to AIDS-related illnesses
over the years, we have new hope in our hearts. We finally have the
scientific understanding, treatments, and tools to build an AIDS-free
future where everyone--no matter who they are, where they come from, or
whom they love--can get the care and respect they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 1, 2022,
as World AIDS Day. I urge the Governors of the United States and its
Commonwealths and Territories, the appropriate officials of all units of
government, and the American people to join the HIV community in
activities to remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS and to
provide support, dignity, and compassion to people with HIV.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10503 of December 2, 2022
International Day of Persons With Disabilities, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we recognize and
celebrate the equal rights and dignity of disabled people everywhere and
reaffirm our commitment to building a world where people with
disabilities are afforded the opportunities, independence, and respect
they deserve.
This work has been a priority throughout my career. I was proud to co-
sponsor the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990, a definitive
endorsement of disability rights and bulwark against discrimination. It
was also a powerful example of America's global leadership: in the years
since the ADA became law, 180 nations have passed similar laws,
delivering justice to millions worldwide.
But we have more work to do. Here in the United States, people with
disabilities are three times less likely to be employed, and those who
are employed often earn less than their peers for doing the same work.
Public spaces, including transit systems and voting locations, are still
often inaccessible. And across the globe, disabled people routinely face
violence, harassment, exploitation, abuse, and other barriers to their
full participation in society.
From the beginning, my Administration has made righting those wrongs a
priority. I signed an Executive Order on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion,
and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce to advance employment
opportunities for communities facing barriers, including Americans with
disabilities. Our American Rescue Plan is providing $25 billion to
States to make it easier for seniors and people with disabilities to
receive care in their own homes, and my Administration delivered
vaccines, masks, tests, and therapeutics directly to people in their
communities to protect Americans with disabilities and other preexisting
health conditions from COVID-19. I also directed my Administration to
accelerate progress toward understanding, diagnosing, and treating
``long COVID,'' a condition that has affected many Americans across the
country.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is our Nation's largest-ever
investment in accessible transit, and it is also supporting the
expansion of high-speed Internet across the country so people can work,
study, and stay connected regardless of their ability to leave home. The
bipartisan Honoring our PACT Act--the most significant expansion of
services for veterans in more than 30 years--helps veterans harmed by
toxic exposure access the health care and disability benefits they have
earned. The Inflation Reduction Act is capping the cost of lifesaving
prescription drugs for seniors and people with disabilities on Medicare
and putting more money into Americans' pockets. And my Administration
has made hearing aids available to Americans over the counter, lowering
average costs by as much as $3,000 per pair.
Meanwhile, the Department of Labor is protecting the rights of workers
with disabilities and fighting to end unjust sub-minimum wages. To
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strengthen these efforts, I signed an Executive Order requiring Federal
contractors to pay a minimum wage of $15 per hour, including for
employees with disabilities. And the Social Security Administration and
Departments of Education, Labor, and Health and Human Services are
helping State and local governments, employers, and nonprofits access
Federal funds to hire more Americans with disabilities.
We are also lifting up the dignity and rights of disabled people around
the world. I reestablished the role of Special Advisor on International
Disability Rights at the Department of State to prioritize this issue in
our foreign policy. The United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) is also advancing disability inclusion as part of
its democracy, climate, humanitarian, and peacebuilding activities. For
example, USAID is helping communities expand access to wheelchairs,
eyeglasses, and hearing aids, which enable people to live productive,
independent lives. As co-chair of the Global Action on Disability
Network and a participant in the Global Disability Summit, the United
States continues to stand for the equal human rights of people with
disabilities worldwide.
In honor of the inherent dignity and worth of disabled people around the
world and in recognition of the immeasurable contributions people with
disabilities have made throughout history and still make today, we must
continue to build a more inclusive, equitable, and just world. Let us
increase access to health care, expand educational and job opportunities
that offer dignity and respect, and break down stigmas that make it
difficult for people to see each other's shared humanity. And let us
remember that disability is a source of identity and power for over a
billion people and that this movement is not only about disability
rights but disability pride as well.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 3, 2022,
as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. I call on all
Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies, activities,
and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10504 of December 6, 2022
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor the memories of the
2,403 service members and civilians whose lives were cut short on that
tragic December morning. We reflect on the resilience of America's Armed
Forces, who withstood the attack and built the most capable fighting
force
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the world has ever known. In the wake of tragedy, these brave women and
men--the Greatest Generation--answered the call to defend freedom,
justice, and democracy across the Pacific, throughout Europe, and around
the globe. Today, we carry forward their spirit of unity and their
enduring resolve to protect the United States against those who seek to
do us harm.
This commemoration is also a solemn reminder that our country is capable
of achieving great triumphs coming out of dark moments. From the death
and destruction at Pearl Harbor came victory over the forces of fascism.
Fierce battles with the Axis powers gave way to diplomatic partnerships
with strong allies. And from the darkness of World War II came the light
of liberty and the establishment of a rules-based international order.
Today and every day, we remember that the great and defining truth about
our Nation and our people is that there is nothing beyond our capacity--
we do not break, we never give in, and we never back down.
The Congress, by Public Law 103-308, as amended, has designated December
7 of each year as ``National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.'' Today, let
us commemorate the patriots who were wounded and who perished on
December 7, 1941, and continue to fulfill our sacred obligation to care
for our service members and veterans and their families, caregivers, and
survivors.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2022, as National Pearl
Harbor Remembrance Day. I encourage all Americans to reflect on the
courage shown by our brave service members that day and remember their
sacrifices. I ask us all to give sincere thanks and appreciation to the
survivors of that unthinkable day. I urge all Federal agencies,
interested organizations, groups, and individuals to fly the flag of the
United States at half-staff on December 7, 2022, in honor of those
American patriots who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10505 of December 9, 2022
Human Rights Day and Human Rights Week, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Human Rights Day and during Human Rights Week, we remember and
reaffirm the sacred idea that every person is created equal, endowed
with inherent dignity and inalienable rights.
This idea was at the core of America's founding. More than 170 years
later, following World War II and the Holocaust, this idea brought the
world together to enshrine a Universal Declaration of Human Rights. And
today, this idea beats in the hearts of millions who march, fight, and
sacrifice for
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the innate liberties we deserve as humans. Around the world--from China
to Burma, Afghanistan to Iran, Ethiopia to Ukraine, and beyond--
courageous people are standing up to abuses of power, staying strong
amid threats to their lives, and speaking out against violations of
their fundamental freedoms.
The United States stands fully with these brave women and men fighting
for their basic human rights in the face of oppression and injustice--
and we always will. That is why we moved to rejoin the United Nations
Human Rights Council in 2021 and reassert our moral leadership on the
global stage. It is why my Administration is amplifying the voices of
religious, racial, and ethnic minorities; women and girls; LGBTQI+
communities; persons with disabilities; and pro-democracy activists and
defenders, who are too often targeted by violence or denied equal
protection under the law. It is also why we are equipping the brave
people of Ukraine to fight for their freedom against Russia's brutal and
unprovoked war. We cannot return to a world where might makes right,
bigger nations bully their neighbors, and would-be strongmen oppress
people with impunity.
Last year, I hosted the first-ever Summit for Democracy and gathered
international partners to commit to protecting human rights, bolstering
democracy, and countering corruption. I also launched the Presidential
Initiative for Democratic Renewal, strengthening our pledge to support
free and fair elections, a free and independent media, democratic
reformers, and those fighting corruption. I look forward to hosting a
second Summit for Democracy in 2023.
Finally, The United States is leading by the power of our example --
demonstrating that our commitment to human rights begins here at home.
Since taking office, I have ended the Muslim ban, overturned the
prohibition on transgender people serving openly in the military,
advanced racial equity throughout the Federal Government, strengthened
accountable community policing and addressed many of the long-standing
inequities in our criminal justice system, expanded accessibility and
opportunity for Americans with disabilities, and established a White
House Gender Policy Council. I also signed the first major bipartisan
gun safety law in nearly 30 years, because every child and adult has the
right to be safe at school, at home, and in their community. A positive
future will be forged by countries that unleash the full potential of
their people and protect their human rights. Today, and every day, I am
committed to doing just that.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 10, 2022,
as Human Rights Day and the week beginning December 10, 2022, as Human
Rights Week. I call upon the people of the United States to mark these
observances with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10506 of December 14, 2022
Day of Remembrance: 10 Years After the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School
Shooting
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Ten years ago, a lone gunman killed 20 first-graders and 6 educators at
Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Today, those
first-graders should be sitting in eleventh-grade classrooms, planning
for their high school graduation and all the possibilities ahead. Those
educators should be preparing lessons for new groups of students and
enjoying full lives surrounded by their loved ones. Instead, their desks
are forever empty, their families are left with holes in their hearts,
and our Nation is missing a piece of its soul.
As we remember and grieve those victims and their families, we
acknowledge the pain that the community of Newtown continues to endure.
That horrific day changed the lives of every survivor, many of whom
still carry physical and emotional wounds. It forced parents across
America to wonder whether the goodbye hug they gave their child before
school would be the last they ever have, like it was for the Newtown
families. And it has driven all of us to reexamine our core values and
whether this can be a country that protects the most innocent.
I believe it can. This summer, I signed into law the first major
bipartisan gun safety legislation in nearly 30 years, which helps to
keep firearms away from people who are a danger to themselves and
others. And I have taken more executive action to reduce gun violence
than any other President by this point in their Administration. We are
cracking down on so-called ghost guns, rogue gun dealers, and gun
traffickers; helping States implement laws for extreme risk protection
orders; and boosting investments in community interventions to stop
violence. I am also fighting to ban assault weapons and high-capacity
magazines. The memories of the Newtown victims--and all victims of gun
violence--demand nothing less.
I am optimistic because I have seen the courage and resolve of the Sandy
Hook families. They have suffered unimaginable loss but have turned
their pain into purpose. For some, that has meant advocating for gun
safety laws to protect other families from experiencing the same grief.
For others, it has meant starting foundations or programs that honor
those they lost. Working alongside other families of gun violence
victims across America, they have helped shape a new movement for
safety, grounded in love for our children, unwavering resilience in the
face of grief, and a deeply held dream for a better future.
Today and always, we honor the bright lives lost 10 years ago at Sandy
Hook Elementary School: Charlotte Bacon, Daniel Barden, Rachel D'Avino,
Olivia Engel, Josephine Gay, Dylan Hockley, Dawn Lafferty Hochsprung,
Madeleine Hsu, Catherine Hubbard, Chase Kowalski, Jesse Lewis, Ana
M[aacute]rquez-Greene, James Mattioli, Grace McDonnell, Anne Marie
Murphy, Emilie Parker, Jack Pinto, Noah Pozner, Caroline Previdi,
Jessica Rekos, Avielle Richman, Lauren Rousseau, Mary Sherlach, Victoria
Soto, Benjamin Wheeler, Allison Wyatt.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim December 14, 2022, a Day of Remembrance:
10 Years After the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting. Let us
recognize the courage of survivors and families of victims, who continue
working to rebuild their lives, and let us commit to eradicating gun
violence and helping rebuild communities that have suffered so much.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10507 of December 14, 2022
Bill of Rights Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
With three simple words--``We the People''--the United States
Constitution set in motion the most extraordinary experiment in self-
governance that the world has ever known. The Bill of Rights made this
possible, ensuring ratification by every State then in our new Nation.
On Bill of Rights Day, we celebrate the fundamental American freedoms
enshrined in those first 10 Amendments to our Constitution and recommit
to making the full promise of America real for all Americans.
The Bill of Rights embodies a core American strength: the capacity for
compromise and self-improvement. By codifying fundamental freedoms, it
won over States skeptical of a Federal Government at the time of our
founding and proved our Constitution to be a living document, capable of
evolving to perfect our Union. The basic rights it guarantees--to
religion, speech, press, privacy, and more--have come to define our
Nation. And in the over two centuries since their enumeration, 17 other
Amendments have been ratified--ending slavery, ensuring equal protection
under the law, giving women the right to vote, banning poll taxes, and
more--opening the door of opportunity a little wider with each
generation.
But freedom is not free--it requires constant vigilance. And nothing
about our democracy is guaranteed. Every generation has had to defend
our Constitution, including ours today. The right to choose--grounded in
the 14th Amendment, enshrined in a half-century of precedent, and relied
on for generations--is now under assault. A wave of anti-LGBTQI+ bills
is attacking Americans' freedom to be themselves. In recent years, at
least 20 States have passed laws that make it harder to vote. And we
have seen new threats to the rule of law that disregard the will of the
people.
At the same time, we have also seen tens of millions of Americans stand
up to protect our rights and stand against any of these attempts to take
our country backwards. I am determined to be a partner in that work. My
Administration has taken immediate action to protect reproductive health
care, access to contraception, the privacy of sensitive health
information,
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and more; and we will keep fighting to pass a Federal law restoring
every woman's right to choose. I was also proud to sign the Respect for
Marriage Act this month and will keep working to advance equality for
LGBTQI+ communities, fighting to pass the Equality Act, and building on
Executive Orders tackling discrimination in health care, foster care,
housing, schools, and more. And because voting is democracy's threshold
liberty--a sacred right on which all our other freedoms rely--I am
pushing for new investments to secure voting sites and equipment and to
recruit and train election workers. I issued an Executive Order
directing Federal agencies to expand access to voter registration. I
appointed top civil rights advocates to the Department of Justice, which
has separately doubled its own voting rights staff. And I will keep
pushing to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement and Freedom to
Vote Acts, as well as the Electoral Count Reform Act, to make voting
easier and our democracy more secure.
The Bill of Rights consecrates twin American ideals of equality and
democracy. They are the rock on which our Nation is built and the
reasons why America has long been a beacon to the world. Our democracy
will be preserved not just in courts of law but also in people's habits
of heart. It lives in our national character, courage, and optimism and
in the fundamental empathy that underlies our system of government--a
willingness to see each other not as enemies but as fellow citizens with
equal rights. Today, we recommit to defending and extending that promise
to everyone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 15, 2022,
as Bill of Rights Day. I call upon the people of the United States to
observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10508 of December 16, 2022
Wright Brothers Day, 2022
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
On Wright Brothers Day, we celebrate the ingenuity and perseverance of
Orville and Wilbur Wright, whose aircraft expanded the limits of human
discovery and lifted this Nation to new heights.
From their home in Dayton, Ohio, the Wright Brothers were captivated--
``afflicted,'' in Wilbur's words--by the belief that humans could fly.
They researched and experimented, redesigned and repaired, and braved
dangerous early trials. When their Wright Flyer finally took to the
skies over Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on December 17, 1903, they
launched the future of aviation and helped define the American spirit:
bold, daring, innovative, and always asking what is next.
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That same spirit has delivered ground-breaking discoveries in American
air and space technology for almost 120 years. America has broken the
sound barrier, put a man on the moon, collaborated to create the
International Space Station, and achieved powered flight on Mars. Just
last year, we launched the most powerful deep-space telescope ever sent
into space and gained a new window into the history of our universe.
We are also carrying on the Wright Brothers' legacy by always striving
for better safety and comfort in air travel. Our Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law is investing $25 billion to renovate airport
terminals; upgrade air traffic control facilities; and improve runways,
taxiways, and other vital infrastructure that make flying easier and
more secure. We have pushed airlines to rebook travelers' tickets for
free when flights are significantly delayed or canceled, and to disclose
fees, like for checked baggage, clearly and up front. And we are
exploring new technologies that can decrease carbon emissions coming
from airplanes.
As inheritors of game-changing innovations and torch-bearers of the
spirit of American ingenuity, we have so much to be proud of and so much
to look forward to. We can lead the world in the technologies of
tomorrow, change the course of human health and disease, tackle the
climate crisis, and continue shaping a fairer, more equitable planet.
With shared purpose, unyielding faith in our future, and a drive to make
the impossible possible, there is nothing beyond our capacity. I have
never been more optimistic about our Nation's future--especially in our
skies and in space.
The Congress, by a joint resolution approved December 17, 1963, as
amended (77 Stat. 402; 36 U.S.C. 143), has designated December 17 of
each year as ``Wright Brothers Day'' and has authorized and requested
the President to issue annually a proclamation inviting the people of
the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and
activities.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, do hereby proclaim December 17, 2022, as Wright Brothers
Day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10509 of December 23, 2022
To Take Certain Actions Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act and
for Other Purposes
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
1. In Proclamation 7853 of December 10, 2004, the President designated
Burkina Faso as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country for purposes
of section 506A(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``Trade
Act''), as added by section 111(a) of the African Growth and Opportunity
Act (the
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``AGOA'') (title I of Public Law 106-200, 114 Stat. 251, 257-58 (19
U.S.C. 2466a(a)(1))).
2. Section 506A(a)(3) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2466a(a)(3)) provides
that the President shall terminate the designation of a country as a
beneficiary sub-Saharan African country for purposes of section 506A if
the President determines that the country is not making continual
progress in meeting the requirements described in section 506A(a)(1) of
the Trade Act.
3. Pursuant to section 506A(a)(3) of the Trade Act, I have determined
that Burkina Faso does not meet the requirements described in section
506A(a)(1) of that Act. Accordingly, I have decided to terminate the
designation of Burkina Faso as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country
for purposes of section 506A of the Trade Act, effective January 1,
2023.
4. On April 22, 1985, the United States and Israel entered into the
Agreement on the Establishment of a Free Trade Area between the
Government of the United States of America and the Government of Israel
(USIFTA), which the Congress approved in section 3 of the United States-
Israel Free Trade Area Implementation Act of 1985 (the ``USIFTA
Implementation Act'') (Public Law 99-47, 99 Stat. 82 (19 U.S.C. 2112
note)). Section 4(b) of the USIFTA Implementation Act provides that,
whenever the President determines that it is necessary to maintain the
general level of reciprocal and mutually advantageous concessions with
respect to Israel provided for by the USIFTA, the President may proclaim
such withdrawal, suspension, modification, or continuance of any duty,
or such continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment, or such
additional duties, as the President determines to be required or
appropriate to carry out the USIFTA. In order to maintain the general
level of reciprocal and mutually advantageous concessions with respect
to agricultural trade with Israel, on July 27, 2004, the United States
entered into an agreement with Israel concerning certain aspects of
trade in agricultural products during the period January 1, 2004,
through December 31, 2008 (United States-Israel Agreement Concerning
Certain Aspects of Trade in Agricultural Products (the ``2004
Agreement'')).
5. In Proclamation 7826 of October 4, 2004, the President determined,
pursuant to section 4(b) of the USIFTA Implementation Act and consistent
with the 2004 Agreement, that, in order to maintain the general level of
reciprocal and mutually advantageous concessions with respect to Israel
provided for by the USIFTA, it was necessary to provide duty-free access
into the United States through December 31, 2008, for specified
quantities of certain agricultural products of Israel. Each year from
2008 through 2021, the United States and Israel entered into agreements
to extend the period that the 2004 Agreement was in force for 1-year
periods to allow additional time for the two governments to conclude an
agreement to replace the 2004 Agreement. To carry out the extension
agreements, the President in Proclamations 8334 of December 31, 2008;
8467 of December 23, 2009; 8618 of December 21, 2010; 8770 of December
29, 2011; 8921 of December 20, 2012; 9072 of December 23, 2013; 9223 of
December 23, 2014; 9383 of December 21, 2015; 9555 of December 15, 2016;
9687 of December 22, 2017; 9834 of December 21, 2018; 9974 of December
26, 2019; 10128 of December 22, 2020; and 10326 of December 23, 2021,
modified the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) to
provide duty-free access into the United States for specified quantities
of certain agricultural products of Israel, each time for an additional
1-year period. On December 8, 2022, the
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United States entered into an agreement with Israel to extend the period
that the 2004 Agreement is in force through December 31, 2023, and to
allow for further negotiations on an agreement to replace the 2004
Agreement. Pursuant to section 4(b) of the USIFTA Implementation Act, I
have determined that it is necessary, in order to maintain the general
level of reciprocal and mutually advantageous concessions with respect
to Israel provided for by the USIFTA, to provide duty-free access into
the United States through the close of December 31, 2023, for specified
quantities of certain agricultural products of Israel, as provided in
Annex I of this proclamation.
6. Proclamation 7971 of December 22, 2005, implemented the United
States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement (USMFTA) with respect to the United
States and, pursuant to section 201 of the United States-Morocco Free
Trade Agreement Implementation Act (the ``USMFTA Act'') (19 U.S.C. 3805
note), made the staged reductions in rates of duty that the President
determined to be necessary or appropriate to carry out or apply articles
2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 4.1, 4.3.9, 4.3.10, 4.3.11, 4.3.13, 4.3.14, and 4.3.15,
and the schedule of duty reductions with respect to Morocco set forth in
Annex IV of the USMFTA.
7. Section 1205(a) of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988
(the ``1988 Act'') (19 U.S.C. 3005(a)) directs the United States
International Trade Commission (the ``Commission'') to keep the HTS
under continuous review and periodically to recommend to the President
such modifications to the HTS as the Commission considers necessary or
appropriate to accomplish the purposes set forth in that subsection.
Pursuant to sections 1205(c) and (d) of the 1988 Act (19 U.S.C. 3005(c)
and (d)), in 2016 and 2021 the Commission recommended modifications to
the HTS to conform the HTS to amendments made to the International
Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System and
the Protocol thereto (the ``Convention'').
8. Section 1206(a) of the 1988 Act (19 U.S.C. 3006(a)) authorizes the
President to proclaim modifications to the HTS based on the
recommendations of the Commission under section 1205 of the 1988 Act if
the President determines that the modifications are in conformity with
United States obligations under the Convention and do not run counter to
the national economic interest of the United States.
9. Proclamation 9549 of December 1, 2016, and Proclamation 10326 of
December 23, 2021, modified the HTS pursuant to section 1206 of the 1988
Act to conform the HTS to the amendments to the Convention. However, the
HTS modifications authorized in Proclamation 9549 and Proclamation 10326
included certain technical errors.
10. I have determined that additional modifications to the HTS are
necessary or appropriate to carry out the staged reductions in rates of
duty previously proclaimed in Proclamation 7971, including certain
technical or conforming changes within the tariff schedule.
11. Section 604 of the Trade Act, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483),
authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the substance of the
relevant provisions of that Act, and of other acts affecting import
treatment, and actions taken thereunder, including the removal,
modification, continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other
import restriction.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited
to section 111(a) of the AGOA, sections 506A(a)(1) and 506A(a)(3) of the
Trade Act, section 4(b) of the USIFTA Implementation Act, and section
604 of the Trade Act, as amended, do proclaim that:
(1) The designation of Burkina Faso as a beneficiary sub-Saharan
African country for purposes of section 506A of the Trade Act is
terminated, effective January 1, 2023.
(2) In order to reflect in the HTS that beginning January 1, 2023,
Burkina Faso shall no longer be designated as a beneficiary sub-Saharan
African country, general note 16(a) to the HTS is modified by deleting
``Burkina Faso'' from the list of beneficiary sub-Saharan African
countries. Note 7(a) to subchapter II and note 1 to subchapter XIX of
chapter 98 of the HTS are each modified by deleting ``Burkina Faso,''
from the list of beneficiary countries. Further, note 2(d) to subchapter
XIX of chapter 98 of the HTS is modified by deleting ``Burkina Faso;''
from the list of lesser developed beneficiary sub-Saharan African
countries.
(3) The modifications to the HTS set forth in paragraphs (1) through
(2) of this proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods
entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after January 1, 2023.
(4) In order to implement tariff commitments under the 2004
Agreement through December 31, 2023, the HTS is modified as set forth in
Annex I of this proclamation.
(5) The modifications and technical rectifications to the HTS made
by Annex I of this proclamation shall enter into effect on the
applicable dates set forth in Annex I of this proclamation.
(6) In order to make the modifications and technical rectifications
to the HTS described in clauses 6 through 11 of this proclamation, the
HTS is modified as set forth in Annex II of this proclamation. These
modifications and technical rectifications shall enter into effect on
the applicable dates set forth in Annex II of this proclamation.
(7) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders
that are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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Proclamation 10510 of December 30, 2022
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, 2023
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Around the world, human trafficking has stripped nearly 25 million
people of their safety, dignity, and liberty--disproportionately
affecting historically underserved and marginalized communities. During
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we reaffirm our commitment
to ending this inhumane and immoral practice in all its forms. And as we
bring perpetrators to justice, we renew our pledge to help survivors
recover and rebuild their lives.
That is why, last year, my Administration released a National Action
Plan to Combat Human Trafficking, which helps to prevent trafficking,
prosecute perpetrators, and protect survivors. Consistent with this
strategy, agencies across the Federal Government are working to combat
human trafficking, conduct research to better address its root causes,
and strengthen survivors' access to services, including affordable
housing and trauma-informed care. Through the reauthorization of the
Violence Against Women Act, we have expanded the recognition of Tribal
courts' jurisdiction over non-Native sex traffickers on Tribal lands.
And we have created a new unit within the Bureau of Indian Affairs that
can help investigate human trafficking as an underlying cause of missing
and murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Human trafficking is a challenge that transcends borders, so the
Department of State and United States Agency for International
Development have partnered with allies across the globe to detect human
trafficking, connect victims with supportive services, and strengthen
accountability. In 2021, I signed into law the bipartisan Uyghur Forced
Labor Prevention Act to prevent goods made with forced labor in the
Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China from
being imported to the United States. Throughout all of this work, we are
listening to and highlighting the voices of survivors--particularly
members of racial and ethnic minorities, women and girls, the LGBTQI+
community, migrants, and other disproportionately affected groups--and
we will continue to ensure that survivors are treated with dignity and
respect.
We all have an important role to play in preventing human tracking and
protecting victims. This month, I encourage Americans to learn more
about the signs of human trafficking and share the National Human
Trafficking Hotline (1-888-373-7888)--an important resource to report a
tip or ask for help. Together, we can combat human trafficking and its
cruel consequences--creating a safer, freer, and more just world for
everyone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2023 as
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. I call upon businesses,
civil society organizations, communities of faith, families, and all
Americans to recognize the vital role we play in combating human
trafficking and to observe this month with appropriate programs and
activities aimed at preventing all forms of human trafficking.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10511 of December 30, 2022
National Mentoring Month, 2023
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Every January, our Nation celebrates the dedicated mentors whose wisdom,
guidance, and positive examples set our children on a sound path and
help prepare them to succeed.
The events of the past few years have taken their toll on many of our
Nation's young people. The isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic has
hampered the social and academic progress of many students. A rising
number of adolescents are experiencing mental health challenges,
including from bullying and social media harms. That is why, as part of
my Unity Agenda I announced in my State of the Union address, my
Administration is pairing children with mentors who can help them
navigate these complexities, open up doors of opportunity, and give them
the additional support they may need to excel in school and in their
communities.
Our American Rescue Plan provided $122 billion to help schools reopen
safely and invest in tutoring, afterschool activities, summer learning,
and enrichment programs, helping students regain ground that was lost in
the last two years. The bill delivered a billion dollars to AmeriCorps
to expand national service projects to include the recruitment of new
mentors, tutors, and student success coaches. Through the Department of
Labor, we are connecting young people who have previously dropped out of
high school to pre-apprenticeship opportunities that help them prepare
for jobs in high-demand industries. And this summer, I was proud to
launch the National Partnership for Student Success, a collaboration
between the Department of Education, AmeriCorps, and the Johns Hopkins
Everyone Graduates Center to add 250,000 tutors and mentors around the
country over the next 3 years.
During National Mentoring Month, I encourage Americans to visit
americorps.gov/serve and partnershipstudentsuccess.org to learn about
these opportunities and consider becoming a mentor or a tutor. I also
call on local schonol districts to put the funding offered by my
American Rescue Plan toward hiring more mentors and tutors for their
students, particularly in subjects like the sciences, technology,
engineering, and mathematics. I encourage our Nation's colleges and
universities to partner with K-12 schools and community-based
organizations to provide new mentorship opportunities, and I urge
employers and unions to continue offering pre-apprenticeships and
Registered Apprenticeships, which train new workers to participate in
the 21st century's biggest industries. As families and friends, teachers
and counselors, coaches and co-workers, faith and
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community leaders, good citizens and neighbors, we can each play a role
in helping the next generation of Americans achieve their dreams.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2023 as
National Mentoring Month. I call upon Americans across the country to
observe this month with mentoring, appropriate ceremonies, activities,
and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
Proclamation 10512 of December 30, 2022
National Stalking Awareness Month, 2023
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Stalking Awareness Month, we shine a light on the
insidious crime of stalking, recommit to protecting survivors, and
reaffirm that every American deserves to live free from fear,
intimidation, and threats to their physical safety and emotional well-
being.
Studies show that more than 3 million people aged 16 or older are
victims of stalking on an annual basis in the United States. Being
stalked, whether in-person or online, means having to worry about your
safety at work, at school, in public, and even at home. It can mean
having to uproot your life, leave your job, and suffer physical and
psychological harms. One of the driving forces of my career has been
fighting back against abuses of power. That is why I was proud to write
and champion the groundbreaking Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) as a
United States Senator, landmark legislation that first passed in 1994.
In the nearly three decades since, I have worked with Members of the
Congress from both parties to renew and strengthen VAWA three times in
2000, 2005, and 2013. And I was proud to sign its reauthorization this
year. The 2022 reauthorization law increases resources and support for
law enforcement to investigate and prosecute stalkers and offenders of
gender-based violence. It extends legal protections for survivors as
well as access to transitional housing when they flee unsafe homes. It
expands recognition of Tribal courts' jurisdiction over non-Native
perpetrators to include stalking, sexual assault, child abuse, and sex
trafficking. Additionally, VAWA calls on the Attorney General to develop
a national strategy to address the rising rate of cybercrimes, including
cyberstalking.
As President, I also created the White House Task Force to Address
Online Harassment and Abuse, which is co-chaired by the Gender Policy
Council and the National Security Council to expand on these efforts and
coordinate a Federal approach to preventing and addressing technology-
facilitated gender-based violence. The taskforce is producing
recommendations for
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State governments, technology platforms, schools, and other public and
private entities to combat cyberstalking and other online abuses. At the
same time, it is working closely with survivors, advocates, and parents
to promote the safety of communities most impacted by online abuse,
including women, girls, and LGBTQI+ individuals.
Cracking down on stalking and helping victims heal must be a government-
wide effort. Since I took office, the Department of Justice has provided
nearly $970 million in grants to help victim service providers, law
enforcement agencies, prosecutors, courts, and community-based
organizations prevent and address domestic violence, sexual assault,
stalking, and dating violence. And the Department of Housing and Urban
Development has provided 70,000 emergency housing vouchers to assist
individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness,
including victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and
human trafficking. In June, I also signed the Bipartisan Safer
Communities Act into law--the first major bipartisan gun safety
legislation in more than 30 years--which requires young people ages 18
to 21 to undergo enhanced background checks, narrows the ``boyfriend
loophole'' to keep guns out of the hands of dating partners convicted of
misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence, funds crisis intervention,
including red flag laws, and services to address the trauma experienced
by survivors of gun violence.
It is essential that we bring these offenses out of the shadows, making
it unmistakably clear that violence, displays of unwanted attention that
cause someone to fear for their safety or suffer substantial emotional
distress, and other abuses of power will not stand. This month, let us
strengthen stalking prevention efforts, amplify the voices of survivors,
and hold stalkers accountable. We can--and must--advance a safer and
more just America for all.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States
of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution
and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2023 as
National Stalking Awareness Month. I call on all Americans to speak out
against stalking and to support the efforts of advocates, courts,
service providers, and law enforcement to help those who are targeted
and send the message to perpetrators that these crimes will not go
unpunished.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
seventh.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
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EXECUTIVE ORDERS
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Executive Order 14062 of January 26, 2022
2022 Amendments to the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including chapter 47 of title 10,
United States Code (Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. 801-
946a), and in order to prescribe amendments to the Manual for Courts-
Martial, United States, prescribed by Executive Order 12473 of April 13,
1984, as amended, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Parts II and IV of the Manual for Courts-Martial, United
States, are amended as described in the Annex attached to and made a
part of this order.
Sec. 2. These amendments shall take effect as of the date of this order,
subject to the following:
(a) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to make
punishable any act done or omitted prior to the date of this order that
was not punishable when done or omitted.
(b) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to invalidate any
nonjudicial punishment proceeding, restraint, investigation, referral of
charges, trial in which arraignment occurred, or other action begun
prior to the date of this order, and any such nonjudicial punishment,
restraint, investigation, referral of charges, trial, or other action
may proceed in the same manner and with the same effect as if these
amendments had not been prescribed.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
January 26, 2022.
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Executive Order 14063 of February 4, 2022
Use of Project Labor Agreements for Federal Construction Projects
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Property and
Administrative Services Act, 40 U.S.C. 101 et seq., and in order to
promote economy and efficiency in the administration and completion of
Federal construction projects, it is hereby ordered that:
Section 1. Policy. (a) Large-scale construction projects pose special
challenges to efficient and timely procurement by the Federal
Government. Construction employers typically do not have a permanent
workforce, which makes it difficult to predict labor costs when bidding
on contracts and to ensure a steady supply of labor on contracts being
performed. Challenges also arise because construction projects typically
involve multiple employers at a single location, and a labor dispute
involving one employer can delay the entire project. A lack of
coordination among various employers, or uncertainty about the terms and
conditions of employment of various groups of workers, can create
friction and disputes in the absence of an agreed-upon resolution
mechanism. These problems threaten the efficient and timely completion
of construction projects undertaken by Federal contractors. On large-
scale projects, which are generally more complex and of longer duration,
these problems tend to be more pronounced.
(b) Project labor agreements are often effective in preventing these
problems from developing because they provide structure and stability to
large-scale construction projects. Such agreements avoid labor-related
disruptions on projects by using dispute-resolution processes to resolve
worksite disputes and by prohibiting work stoppages, including strikes
and lockouts. They secure the commitment of all stakeholders on a
construction site that the project will proceed efficiently without
unnecessary interruptions. They also advance the interests of project
owners, contractors, and subcontractors, including small businesses. For
these reasons, owners and contractors in both the public and private
sector routinely use project labor agreements, thereby reducing
uncertainties in large-scale construction projects. The use of project
labor agreements is fully consistent with the promotion of small
business interests.
(c) Accordingly, it is the policy of the Federal Government for
agencies to use project labor agreements in connection with large-scale
construction projects to promote economy and efficiency in Federal
procurement.
Sec. 2. Definitions. For purposes of this order:
(a) ``Labor organization'' means a labor organization as defined in
29 U.S.C. 152(5) of which building and construction employees are
members, as described in 29 U.S.C. 158(f).
(b) ``Construction'' means construction, reconstruction,
rehabilitation, modernization, alteration, conversion, extension,
repair, or improvement of buildings, structures, highways, or other real
property.
(c) ``Large-scale construction project'' means a Federal
construction project within the United States for which the total
estimated cost of the construction contract to the Federal Government is
$35 million or more.
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The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council), in
consultation with the Council of Economic Advisers, may adjust this
threshold based on inflation using the process at 41 U.S.C. 1908.
(d) ``Agency'' means an executive department or agency, including an
independent establishment subject to the Federal Property and
Administrative Services Act, 40 U.S.C. 102(4)(A).
(e) ``Project labor agreement'' means a pre-hire collective
bargaining agreement with one or more labor organizations that
establishes the terms and conditions of employment for a specific
construction project and is an agreement described in 29 U.S.C. 158(f).
Sec. 3. Project Labor Agreement Presumption. Subject to sections 5 and 6
of this order, in awarding any contract in connection with a large-scale
construction project, or obligating funds pursuant to such a contract,
agencies shall require every contractor or subcontractor engaged in
construction on the project to agree, for that project, to negotiate or
become a party to a project labor agreement with one or more appropriate
labor organizations.
Sec. 4. Requirements of Project Labor Agreements. Any project labor
agreement reached pursuant to this order shall:
(a) bind all contractors and subcontractors on the construction
project through the inclusion of appropriate specifications in all
relevant solicitation provisions and contract documents;
(b) allow all contractors and subcontractors on the construction
project to compete for contracts and subcontracts without regard to
whether they are otherwise parties to collective bargaining agreements;
(c) contain guarantees against strikes, lockouts, and similar job
disruptions;
(d) set forth effective, prompt, and mutually binding procedures for
resolving labor disputes arising during the term of the project labor
agreement;
(e) provide other mechanisms for labor-management cooperation on
matters of mutual interest and concern, including productivity, quality
of work, safety, and health; and
(f) fully conform to all statutes, regulations, Executive Orders,
and Presidential Memoranda.
Sec. 5. Exceptions Authorized by Agencies. A senior official within an
agency may grant an exception from the requirements of section 3 of this
order for a particular contract by, no later than the solicitation date,
providing a specific written explanation of why at least one of the
following circumstances exists with respect to that contract:
(a) Requiring a project labor agreement on the project would not
advance the Federal Government's interests in achieving economy and
efficiency in Federal procurement. Such a finding shall be based on the
following factors:
(i) The project is of short duration and lacks operational complexity;
(ii) The project will involve only one craft or trade;
(iii) The project will involve specialized construction work that is
available from only a limited number of contractors or subcontractors;
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(iv) The agency's need for the project is of such an unusual and compelling
urgency that a project labor agreement would be impracticable; or
(v) The project implicates other similar factors deemed appropriate in
regulations or guidance issued pursuant to section 8 of this order.
(b) Based on an inclusive market analysis, requiring a project labor
agreement on the project would substantially reduce the number of
potential bidders so as to frustrate full and open competition.
(c) Requiring a project labor agreement on the project would
otherwise be inconsistent with statutes, regulations, Executive Orders,
or Presidential Memoranda.
Sec. 6. Reporting. (a) To the extent permitted by law and consistent
with national security and executive branch confidentiality interests,
agencies shall publish, on a centralized public website, data showing
the use of project labor agreements on large-scale construction
projects, as well as descriptions of the exceptions granted under
section 5 of this order.
(b) On a quarterly basis, agencies shall report to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) on their use of project labor agreements on
large-scale construction projects and on the exceptions granted under
section 5 of this order.
Sec. 7. Nothing in this order precludes an agency from requiring the use
of a project labor agreement in circumstances not covered by this order,
including projects where the total cost to the Federal Government is
less than that for a large-scale construction project, or projects
receiving any form of Federal financial assistance (including loans,
loan guarantees, revolving funds, tax credits, tax credit bonds, and
cooperative agreements). This order also does not require contractors or
subcontractors to enter into a project labor agreement with any
particular labor organization.
Sec. 8. Regulations and Implementation. (a) Within 120 days of the date
of this order, the FAR Council, to the extent permitted by law, shall
propose regulations implementing the provisions of this order. The FAR
Council shall consider and evaluate public comments on the proposed
regulations and shall promptly issue a final rule, to the extent
permitted by law.
(b) The Director of OMB shall, to the extent permitted by law, issue
guidance to implement the requirements of sections 5 and 6 of this
order.
Sec. 9. Contracting Officer Training. Within 90 days of the date of this
order, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Labor, and the
Director of OMB shall coordinate in designing a training strategy for
agency contracting officers to enable those officers to effectively
implement this order. Within 180 days of the date of the publication of
proposed regulations, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Labor,
and the Director of OMB shall provide a report to the Assistant to the
President for Economic Policy and Director of the National Economic
Council on the contents of the training strategy.
Sec. 10. Revocation of Prior Orders, Rules, and Regulations. Executive
Order 13502 of February 6, 2009 (Use of Project Labor Agreements for
Federal Construction Projects), is revoked as of the effective date of
the final regulations issued by the FAR Council under section 8(a) of
this order. Upon Executive Order 13502's revocation, the heads of
agencies shall consider, to the extent permitted by law, revoking any
orders, rules, or regulations implementing Executive Order 13502.
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Sec. 11. Severability. If any provision of this order, or the
application of such provision to any person or circumstance, is held to
be invalid, the remainder of this order and its application to any other
person or circumstance shall not be affected thereby.
Sec. 12. Effective Date. This order shall be effective immediately and
shall apply to all solicitations for contracts issued on or after the
effective date of the final regulations issued by the FAR Council under
section 8(a) of this order. For solicitations issued between the date of
this order and the effective date of the final regulations issued by the
FAR Council under section 8(a) of this order, or solicitations that have
already been issued and are outstanding as of the date of this order,
agencies are strongly encouraged, to the extent permitted by law, to
comply with this order.
Sec. 13. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 4, 2022.
Executive Order 14064 of February 11, 2022
Protecting Certain Property of Da Afghanistan Bank for the Benefit of
the People of Afghanistan
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (NEA), and section 301
of title 3, United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, find
that the widespread humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan--including the
urgent needs of the people of Afghanistan for food security, livelihoods
support, water, sanitation, health, hygiene, shelter and settlement
assistance, and COVID-19-related assistance, among other basic human
needs--and the potential for a deepening economic collapse in
Afghanistan constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security and foreign policy of the United States. I hereby
declare a national emergency to deal with that threat. In addition, I
find that the preservation of certain property
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of Da Afghanistan Bank (DAB) held in the United States by United States
financial institutions is of the utmost importance to addressing this
national emergency and the welfare of the people of Afghanistan. I also
understand that various parties, including representatives of victims of
terrorism, have asserted legal claims against certain property of DAB or
indicated in public court filings an intent to make such claims. This
property is blocked under this order.
Accordingly, I hereby order:
Section 1. (a) All property and interests in property of DAB that are
held, as of the date of this order, in the United States by any United
States financial institution, including the Federal Reserve Bank of New
York, are blocked and may not be transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn,
or otherwise dealt in, except as set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of
this section.
(b) United States financial institutions shall promptly transfer the
blocked property described in subsection (a) of this section into a
consolidated account held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
(c) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or any license or permit
granted before the date of this order.
Sec. 2. This order and actions taken pursuant to this order shall apply
notwithstanding any previously issued Executive Order to the extent such
order blocks, regulates, or otherwise affects the property and interests
in property identified in section 1(a) of this order. This order and
actions taken pursuant to this order shall supersede any previously
issued Executive Order to the extent such order blocks, regulates, or
otherwise affects the property and interests in property identified in
section 1(a) of this order.
Sec. 3. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 4. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``Da Afghanistan Bank'' or ``DAB'' means the Central
Bank of Afghanistan;
(b) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization; and
(c) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity.
Sec. 5. For those persons whose property and interests in property are
blocked pursuant to this order who might have a constitutional presence
in the United States, I find that because of the ability to transfer
funds and other assets instantaneously, prior notice to such persons of
measures to be taken pursuant to this order would render those measures
ineffectual. I therefore determine that for these measures to be
effective in addressing the national emergency declared in this order,
there need be no prior notice of the blocking of property and interests
in property set forth in section 1(a) of this order.
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Sec. 6. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State and the Attorney General, is authorized to take such
actions, including the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to
employ all powers granted to the President by IEEPA as may be necessary
to carry out the purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury
may, consistent with applicable law, redelegate any of these functions
within the Department of the Treasury. All executive departments and
agencies of the United States shall take all appropriate measures within
their authority to implement this order.
Sec. 7. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the Federal Government by employees,
grantees, and contractors thereof.
Sec. 8. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is authorized to submit recurring and final reports
to the Congress on the national emergency declared in this order,
consistent with section 401(c) of the NEA (50 U.S.C. 1641(c)) and
section 204(c) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1703(c)).
Sec. 9. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 11, 2022.
Executive Order 14065 of February 21, 2022
Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting Certain
Transactions With Respect to Continued Russian Efforts To Undermine the
Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity of Ukraine
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (NEA), section 212(f)
of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 (8 U.S.C. 1182(f)), and
section 301 of title 3, United States Code,
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I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America,
hereby expand the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 13660 of March 6, 2014, and expanded by Executive Order 13661 of
March 16, 2014, and Executive Order 13662 of March 20, 2014, and relied
on for additional steps taken in Executive Order 13685 of December 19,
2014, and Executive Order 13849 of September 20, 2018, finding that the
Russian Federation's purported recognition of the so-called Donetsk
People's Republic (DNR) or Luhansk People's Republic (LNR) regions of
Ukraine contradicts Russia's commitments under the Minsk agreements and
further threatens the peace, stability, sovereignty, and territorial
integrity of Ukraine, and thereby constitutes an unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States. Accordingly, I hereby order:
Section 1. (a) The following are prohibited:
(i) new investment in the so-called DNR or LNR regions of Ukraine or such
other regions of Ukraine as may be determined by the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State (collectively, the
``Covered Regions''), by a United States person, wherever located;
(ii) the importation into the United States, directly or indirectly, of any
goods, services, or technology from the Covered Regions;
(iii) the exportation, reexportation, sale, or supply, directly or
indirectly, from the United States, or by a United States person, wherever
located, of any goods, services, or technology to the Covered Regions; and
(iv) any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a United States
person, wherever located, of a transaction by a foreign person where the
transaction by that foreign person would be prohibited by this section if
performed by a United States person or within the United States.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or license or permit granted
prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 2. (a) All property and interests in property that are in the
United States, that hereafter come within the United States, or that are
or hereafter come within the possession or control of any United States
person (including any foreign branch) of the following persons are
blocked and may not be transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn, or
otherwise dealt in: any person determined by the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State:
(i) to operate or have operated since the date of this order in the Covered
Regions;
(ii) to be or have been since the date of this order a leader, official,
senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors of an entity
operating in the Covered Regions;
(iii) to be owned or controlled by, or to have acted or purported to act
for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property and
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order; or
(iv) to have materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial,
material, or technological support for, or goods or services to or in
support
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of, any person whose property and interests in property are blocked
pursuant to this order.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or any license or permit
granted prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 3. The prohibitions in section 2 of this order include but are not
limited to:
(a) the making of any contribution or provision of funds, goods, or
services by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose property and
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order; and
(b) the receipt of any contribution or provision of funds, goods, or
services from any such person.
Sec. 4. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 5. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the Federal Government by employees,
grantees, or contractors thereof.
Sec. 6. (a) The unrestricted immigrant and nonimmigrant entry into the
United States of noncitizens determined to meet one or more of the
criteria in section 2 of this order would be detrimental to the
interests of the United States, and the entry of such persons into the
United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, is hereby suspended,
except where the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland
Security, as appropriate, determines that the person's entry would not
be contrary to the interests of the United States, including when the
Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security, as
appropriate, so determines, based on a recommendation of the Attorney
General, that the person's entry would further important United States
law enforcement objectives.
(b) The Secretary of State shall implement this authority as it
applies to visas pursuant to such procedures as the Secretary of State,
in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security, may establish.
(c) The Secretary of Homeland Security shall implement this order as
it applies to the entry of noncitizens pursuant to such procedures as
the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Secretary
of State, may establish.
(d) Such persons shall be treated by this section in the same manner
as persons covered by section 1 of Proclamation 8693 of July 24, 2011
(Suspension of Entry of Aliens Subject to United Nations Security
Council Travel Bans and International Emergency Economic Powers Act
Sanctions).
Sec. 7. I hereby determine that the making of donations of the types of
articles specified in section 203(b)(2) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2))
by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose property and interests in
property are blocked pursuant to this order would seriously impair my
ability to deal with the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13660, expanded in Executive Orders 13661 and 13662, and further
expanded by
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this order, and I hereby prohibit such donations as provided by section
2 of this order.
Sec. 8. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(b) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States
citizen, lawful permanent resident, entity organized under the laws of
the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States
(including foreign branches), or any person in the United States;
(d) the term ``noncitizen'' means any person who is not a citizen or
noncitizen national of the United States; and
(e) the term ``region of Ukraine'' includes the land territory in
that region as well as any maritime area over which sovereignty,
sovereign rights, or jurisdiction is claimed based on purported
sovereignty over that land territory or area.
Sec. 9. For those persons whose property and interests in property are
blocked pursuant to this order who might have a constitutional presence
in the United States, I find that because of the ability to transfer
funds or other assets instantaneously, prior notice to such persons of
measures to be taken pursuant to this order would render those measures
ineffectual. I therefore determine that for these measures to be
effective in addressing the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 13660, expanded in Executive Orders 13661 and 13662, and further
expanded by this order, there need be no prior notice of a listing or
determination made pursuant to section 2 of this order.
Sec. 10. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to take such actions, including
the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers
granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be necessary to carry out the
purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may, consistent
with applicable law, redelegate any of these functions within the
Department of the Treasury. All executive departments and agencies of
the United States shall take all appropriate measures within their
authority to implement this order.
Sec. 11. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party
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against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its
officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 21, 2022.
Executive Order 14066 of March 8, 2022
Prohibiting Certain Imports and New Investments With Respect to
Continued Russian Federation Efforts To Undermine the Sovereignty and
Territorial Integrity of Ukraine
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and section 301 of
title 3, United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America,
hereby expand the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 14024 of April 15, 2021, and relied on for additional steps taken
in Executive Order 14039 of August 20, 2021, finding that the Russian
Federation's unjustified, unprovoked, unyielding, and unconscionable war
against Ukraine, including its recent further invasion in violation of
international law, including the United Nations Charter, further
threatens the peace, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity
of Ukraine, and thereby constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat
to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.
Accordingly, I hereby order:
Section 1. (a) The following are prohibited:
(i) the importation into the United States of the following products of
Russian Federation origin: crude oil; petroleum; petroleum fuels, oils, and
products of their distillation; liquefied natural gas; coal; and coal
products;
(ii) new investment in the energy sector in the Russian Federation by a
United States person, wherever located; and
(iii) any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a United
States person, wherever located, of a transaction by a foreign person where
the transaction by that foreign person would be prohibited by this section
if performed by a United States person or within the United States.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or license or permit granted
prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
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(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the Federal Government or the United
Nations (including its specialized agencies, programs, funds, and
related organizations) by employees, grantees, or contractors thereof.
Sec. 4. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(b) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity; and
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States
citizen, lawful permanent resident, entity organized under the laws of
the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States
(including foreign branches), or any person in the United States.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to take such actions, including
the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers
granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be necessary to carry out the
purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may, consistent
with applicable law, redelegate any of these functions within the
Department of the Treasury. All executive departments and agencies of
the United States shall take all appropriate measures within their
authority to implement this order.
Sec. 6. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 8, 2022.
Executive Order 14067 of March 9, 2022
Ensuring Responsible Development of Digital Assets
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Advances in digital and distributed ledger technology
for financial services have led to dramatic growth in markets for
digital assets,
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with profound implications for the protection of consumers, investors,
and businesses, including data privacy and security; financial stability
and systemic risk; crime; national security; the ability to exercise
human rights; financial inclusion and equity; and energy demand and
climate change. In November 2021, non-state issued digital assets
reached a combined market capitalization of $3 trillion, up from
approximately $14 billion in early November 2016. Monetary authorities
globally are also exploring, and in some cases introducing, central bank
digital currencies (CBDCs).
While many activities involving digital assets are within the scope of
existing domestic laws and regulations, an area where the United States
has been a global leader, growing development and adoption of digital
assets and related innovations, as well as inconsistent controls to
defend against certain key risks, necessitate an evolution and alignment
of the United States Government approach to digital assets. The United
States has an interest in responsible financial innovation, expanding
access to safe and affordable financial services, and reducing the cost
of domestic and cross-border funds transfers and payments, including
through the continued modernization of public payment systems. We must
take strong steps to reduce the risks that digital assets could pose to
consumers, investors, and business protections; financial stability and
financial system integrity; combating and preventing crime and illicit
finance; national security; the ability to exercise human rights;
financial inclusion and equity; and climate change and pollution.
Sec. 2. Objectives. The principal policy objectives of the United States
with respect to digital assets are as follows:
(a) We must protect consumers, investors, and businesses in the
United States. The unique and varied features of digital assets can pose
significant financial risks to consumers, investors, and businesses if
appropriate protections are not in place. In the absence of sufficient
oversight and standards, firms providing digital asset services may
provide inadequate protections for sensitive financial data, custodial
and other arrangements relating to customer assets and funds, or
disclosures of risks associated with investment. Cybersecurity and
market failures at major digital asset exchanges and trading platforms
have resulted in billions of dollars in losses. The United States should
ensure that safeguards are in place and promote the responsible
development of digital assets to protect consumers, investors, and
businesses; maintain privacy; and shield against arbitrary or unlawful
surveillance, which can contribute to human rights abuses.
(b) We must protect United States and global financial stability and
mitigate systemic risk. Some digital asset trading platforms and service
providers have grown rapidly in size and complexity and may not be
subject to or in compliance with appropriate regulations or supervision.
Digital asset issuers, exchanges and trading platforms, and
intermediaries whose activities may increase risks to financial
stability, should, as appropriate, be subject to and in compliance with
regulatory and supervisory standards that govern traditional market
infrastructures and financial firms, in line with the general principle
of ``same business, same risks, same rules.'' The new and unique uses
and functions that digital assets can facilitate may create additional
economic and financial risks requiring an evolution to a regulatory
approach that adequately addresses those risks.
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(c) We must mitigate the illicit finance and national security risks
posed by misuse of digital assets. Digital assets may pose significant
illicit finance risks, including money laundering, cybercrime and
ransomware, narcotics and human trafficking, and terrorism and
proliferation financing. Digital assets may also be used as a tool to
circumvent United States and foreign financial sanctions regimes and
other tools and authorities. Further, while the United States has been a
leader in setting international standards for the regulation and
supervision of digital assets for anti-money laundering and countering
the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), poor or nonexistent implementation
of those standards in some jurisdictions abroad can present significant
illicit financing risks for the United States and global financial
systems. Illicit actors, including the perpetrators of ransomware
incidents and other cybercrime, often launder and cash out of their
illicit proceeds using digital asset service providers in jurisdictions
that have not yet effectively implemented the international standards
set by the inter-governmental Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The
continued availability of service providers in jurisdictions where
international AML/CFT standards are not effectively implemented enables
financial activity without illicit finance controls. Growth in
decentralized financial ecosystems, peer-to-peer payment activity, and
obscured blockchain ledgers without controls to mitigate illicit finance
could also present additional market and national security risks in the
future. The United States must ensure appropriate controls and
accountability for current and future digital assets systems to promote
high standards for transparency, privacy, and security--including
through regulatory, governance, and technological measures--that counter
illicit activities and preserve or enhance the efficacy of our national
security tools. When digital assets are abused or used in illicit ways,
or undermine national security, it is in the national interest to take
actions to mitigate these illicit finance and national security risks
through regulation, oversight, law enforcement action, or use of other
United States Government authorities.
(d) We must reinforce United States leadership in the global
financial system and in technological and economic competitiveness,
including through the responsible development of payment innovations and
digital assets. The United States has an interest in ensuring that it
remains at the forefront of responsible development and design of
digital assets and the technology that underpins new forms of payments
and capital flows in the international financial system, particularly in
setting standards that promote: democratic values; the rule of law;
privacy; the protection of consumers, investors, and businesses; and
interoperability with digital platforms, legacy architecture, and
international payment systems. The United States derives significant
economic and national security benefits from the central role that the
United States dollar and United States financial institutions and
markets play in the global financial system. Continued United States
leadership in the global financial system will sustain United States
financial power and promote United States economic interests.
(e) We must promote access to safe and affordable financial
services. Many Americans are underbanked and the costs of cross-border
money transfers and payments are high. The United States has a strong
interest in promoting responsible innovation that expands equitable
access to financial services, particularly for those Americans
underserved by the traditional banking system, including by making
investments and domestic and
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cross-border funds transfers and payments cheaper, faster, and safer,
and by promoting greater and more cost-efficient access to financial
products and services. The United States also has an interest in
ensuring that the benefits of financial innovation are enjoyed equitably
by all Americans and that any disparate impacts of financial innovation
are mitigated.
(f) We must support technological advances that promote responsible
development and use of digital assets. The technological architecture of
different digital assets has substantial implications for privacy,
national security, the operational security and resilience of financial
systems, climate change, the ability to exercise human rights, and other
national goals. The United States has an interest in ensuring that
digital asset technologies and the digital payments ecosystem are
developed, designed, and implemented in a responsible manner that
includes privacy and security in their architecture, integrates features
and controls that defend against illicit exploitation, and reduces
negative climate impacts and environmental pollution, as may result from
some cryptocurrency mining.
Sec. 3. Coordination. The Assistant to the President for National
Security Affairs (APNSA) and the Assistant to the President for Economic
Policy (APEP) shall coordinate, through the interagency process
described in National Security Memorandum 2 of February 4, 2021
(Renewing the National Security Council System), the executive branch
actions necessary to implement this order. The interagency process shall
include, as appropriate: the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the
Treasury, the Secretary of Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary
of Commerce, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Energy, the
Secretary of Homeland Security, the Administrator of the Environmental
Protection Agency, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget,
the Director of National Intelligence, the Director of the Domestic
Policy Council, the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, the
Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the
Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, the
Director of the National Science Foundation, and the Administrator of
the United States Agency for International Development. Representatives
of other executive departments and agencies (agencies) and other senior
officials may be invited to attend interagency meetings as appropriate,
including, with due respect for their regulatory independence,
representatives of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System,
the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the
Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency,
and other Federal regulatory agencies.
Sec. 4. Policy and Actions Related to United States Central Bank Digital
Currencies. (a) The policy of my Administration on a United States CBDC
is as follows:
(i) Sovereign money is at the core of a well-functioning financial system,
macroeconomic stabilization policies, and economic growth. My
Administration places the highest urgency on research and development
efforts into the potential design and deployment options of a United States
CBDC. These efforts should include assessments of possible benefits and
risks for consumers, investors, and businesses; financial stability and
systemic risk; payment systems; national security; the ability to exercise
human rights; financial inclusion and equity; and the actions required to
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launch a United States CBDC if doing so is deemed to be in the national
interest.
(ii) My Administration sees merit in showcasing United States leadership
and participation in international fora related to CBDCs and in multi-
country conversations and pilot projects involving CBDCs. Any future dollar
payment system should be designed in a way that is consistent with United
States priorities (as outlined in section 4(a)(i) of this order) and
democratic values, including privacy protections, and that ensures the
global financial system has appropriate transparency, connectivity, and
platform and architecture interoperability or transferability, as
appropriate.
(iii) A United States CBDC may have the potential to support efficient and
low-cost transactions, particularly for cross-border funds transfers and
payments, and to foster greater access to the financial system, with fewer
of the risks posed by private sector-administered digital assets. A United
States CBDC that is interoperable with CBDCs issued by other monetary
authorities could facilitate faster and lower-cost cross-border payments
and potentially boost economic growth, support the continued centrality of
the United States within the international financial system, and help to
protect the unique role that the dollar plays in global finance. There are
also, however, potential risks and downsides to consider. We should
prioritize timely assessments of potential benefits and risks under various
designs to ensure that the United States remains a leader in the
international financial system.
(b) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, the Attorney
General, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Homeland Security,
the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the Director of
National Intelligence, and the heads of other relevant agencies, shall
submit to the President a report on the future of money and payment
systems, including the conditions that drive broad adoption of digital
assets; the extent to which technological innovation may influence these
outcomes; and the implications for the United States financial system,
the modernization of and changes to payment systems, economic growth,
financial inclusion, and national security. This report shall be
coordinated through the interagency process described in section 3 of
this order. Based on the potential United States CBDC design options,
this report shall include an analysis of:
(i) the potential implications of a United States CBDC, based on the
possible design choices, for national interests, including implications for
economic growth and stability;
(ii) the potential implications a United States CBDC might have on
financial inclusion;
(iii) the potential relationship between a CBDC and private sector-
administered digital assets;
(iv) the future of sovereign and privately produced money globally and
implications for our financial system and democracy;
(v) the extent to which foreign CBDCs could displace existing currencies
and alter the payment system in ways that could undermine United States
financial centrality;
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(vi) the potential implications for national security and financial crime,
including an analysis of illicit financing risks, sanctions risks, other
law enforcement and national security interests, and implications for human
rights; and
(vii) an assessment of the effects that the growth of foreign CBDCs may
have on United States interests generally.
(c) The Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve
System (Chairman of the Federal Reserve) is encouraged to continue to
research and report on the extent to which CBDCs could improve the
efficiency and reduce the costs of existing and future payments systems,
to continue to assess the optimal form of a United States CBDC, and to
develop a strategic plan for Federal Reserve and broader United States
Government action, as appropriate, that evaluates the necessary steps
and requirements for the potential implementation and launch of a United
States CBDC. The Chairman of the Federal Reserve is also encouraged to
evaluate the extent to which a United States CBDC, based on the
potential design options, could enhance or impede the ability of
monetary policy to function effectively as a critical macroeconomic
stabilization tool.
(d) The Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of the
Treasury and the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, shall:
(i) within 180 days of the date of this order, provide to the President
through the APNSA and APEP an assessment of whether legislative changes
would be necessary to issue a United States CBDC, should it be deemed
appropriate and in the national interest; and
(ii) within 210 days of the date of this order, provide to the President
through the APNSA and the APEP a corresponding legislative proposal, based
on consideration of the report submitted by the Secretary of the Treasury
under section 4(b) of this order and any materials developed by the
Chairman of the Federal Reserve consistent with section 4(c) of this order.
Sec. 5. Measures to Protect Consumers, Investors, and Businesses. (a)
The increased use of digital assets and digital asset exchanges and
trading platforms may increase the risks of crimes such as fraud and
theft, other statutory and regulatory violations, privacy and data
breaches, unfair and abusive acts or practices, and other cyber
incidents faced by consumers, investors, and businesses. The rise in use
of digital assets, and differences across communities, may also present
disparate financial risk to less informed market participants or
exacerbate inequities. It is critical to ensure that digital assets do
not pose undue risks to consumers, investors, or businesses, and to put
in place protections as a part of efforts to expand access to safe and
affordable financial services.
(b) Consistent with the goals stated in section 5(a) of this order:
(i) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of Labor and the heads of
other relevant agencies, including, as appropriate, the heads of
independent regulatory agencies such as the FTC, the SEC, the CFTC, Federal
banking agencies, and the CFPB, shall submit to the President a report, or
section of the report required by section 4 of this order, on the
implications of developments and adoption of digital assets and changes in
financial market and payment system infrastructures for United States
consumers, investors, businesses, and for equitable economic growth. One
section of
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the report shall address the conditions that would drive mass adoption of
different types of digital assets and the risks and opportunities such
growth might present to United States consumers, investors, and businesses,
including a focus on how technological innovation may impact these efforts
and with an eye toward those most vulnerable to disparate impacts. The
report shall also include policy recommendations, including potential
regulatory and legislative actions, as appropriate, to protect United
States consumers, investors, and businesses, and support expanding access
to safe and affordable financial services. The report shall be coordinated
through the interagency process described in section 3 of this order.
(ii) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Director of the Office
of Science and Technology Policy and the Chief Technology Officer of the
United States, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, the
Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and the heads of other relevant agencies,
shall submit to the President a technical evaluation of the technological
infrastructure, capacity, and expertise that would be necessary at relevant
agencies to facilitate and support the introduction of a CBDC system should
one be proposed. The evaluation should specifically address the technical
risks of the various designs, including with respect to emerging and future
technological developments, such as quantum computing. The evaluation
should also include any reflections or recommendations on how the inclusion
of digital assets in Federal processes may affect the work of the United
States Government and the provision of Government services, including risks
and benefits to cybersecurity, customer experience, and social-safety-net
programs. The evaluation shall be coordinated through the interagency
process described in section 3 of this order.
(iii) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General, in
consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of
Homeland Security, shall submit to the President a report on the role of
law enforcement agencies in detecting, investigating, and prosecuting
criminal activity related to digital assets. The report shall include any
recommendations on regulatory or legislative actions, as appropriate.
(iv) The Attorney General, the Chair of the FTC, and the Director of the
CFPB are each encouraged to consider what, if any, effects the growth of
digital assets could have on competition policy.
(v) The Chair of the FTC and the Director of the CFPB are each encouraged
to consider the extent to which privacy or consumer protection measures
within their respective jurisdictions may be used to protect users of
digital assets and whether additional measures may be needed.
(vi) The Chair of the SEC, the Chairman of the CFTC, the Chairman of the
Federal Reserve, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Federal
Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Comptroller of the Currency are each
encouraged to consider the extent to which investor and market protection
measures within their respective jurisdictions may be used to address the
risks of digital assets and whether additional measures may be needed.
(vii) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Director of the Office
of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Secretary of
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the Treasury, the Secretary of Energy, the Administrator of the
Environmental Protection Agency, the Chair of the Council of Economic
Advisers, the Assistant to the President and National Climate Advisor, and
the heads of other relevant agencies, shall submit a report to the
President on the connections between distributed ledger technology and
short-, medium-, and long-term economic and energy transitions; the
potential for these technologies to impede or advance efforts to tackle
climate change at home and abroad; and the impacts these technologies have
on the environment. This report shall be coordinated through the
interagency process described in section 3 of this order. The report should
also address the effect of cryptocurrencies' consensus mechanisms on energy
usage, including research into potential mitigating measures and
alternative mechanisms of consensus and the design tradeoffs those may
entail. The report should specifically address:
(A) potential uses of blockchain that could support monitoring or
mitigating technologies to climate impacts, such as exchanging of
liabilities for greenhouse gas emissions, water, and other natural or
environmental assets; and
(B) implications for energy policy, including as it relates to grid
management and reliability, energy efficiency incentives and standards, and
sources of energy supply.
(viii) Within 1 year of submission of the report described in section
5(b)(vii) of this order, the Director of the Office of Science and
Technology Policy, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, the
Secretary of Energy, the Administrator of the Environmental Protection
Agency, the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, and the heads of
other relevant agencies, shall update the report described in section
5(b)(vii) of this order, including to address any knowledge gaps identified
in such report.
Sec. 6. Actions to Promote Financial Stability, Mitigate Systemic Risk,
and Strengthen Market Integrity. (a) Financial regulators--including the
SEC, the CFTC, and the CFPB and Federal banking agencies--play critical
roles in establishing and overseeing protections across the financial
system that safeguard its integrity and promote its stability. Since
2017, the Secretary of the Treasury has convened the Financial Stability
Oversight Council (FSOC) to assess the financial stability risks and
regulatory gaps posed by the ongoing adoption of digital assets. The
United States must assess and take steps to address risks that digital
assets pose to financial stability and financial market integrity.
(b) Within 210 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of the
Treasury should convene the FSOC and produce a report outlining the
specific financial stability risks and regulatory gaps posed by various
types of digital assets and providing recommendations to address such
risks. As the Secretary of the Treasury and the FSOC deem appropriate,
the report should consider the particular features of various types of
digital assets and include recommendations that address the identified
financial stability risks posed by these digital assets, including any
proposals for additional or adjusted regulation and supervision as well
as for new legislation. The report should take account of the prior
analyses and assessments of the FSOC, agencies, and the President's
Working Group on Financial Markets, including the ongoing work of the
Federal banking agencies, as appropriate.
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Sec. 7. Actions to Limit Illicit Finance and Associated National
Security Risks. (a) Digital assets have facilitated sophisticated
cybercrime-related financial networks and activity, including through
ransomware activity. The growing use of digital assets in financial
activity heightens risks of crimes such as money laundering, terrorist
and proliferation financing, fraud and theft schemes, and corruption.
These illicit activities highlight the need for ongoing scrutiny of the
use of digital assets, the extent to which technological innovation may
impact such activities, and exploration of opportunities to mitigate
these risks through regulation, supervision, public-private engagement,
oversight, and law enforcement.
(b) Within 90 days of submission to the Congress of the National
Strategy for Combating Terrorist and Other Illicit Financing, the
Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of State, the Attorney General,
the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the
Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the Director of
National Intelligence, and the heads of other relevant agencies may each
submit to the President supplemental annexes, which may be classified or
unclassified, to the Strategy offering additional views on illicit
finance risks posed by digital assets, including cryptocurrencies,
stablecoins, CBDCs, and trends in the use of digital assets by illicit
actors.
(c) Within 120 days of submission to the Congress of the National
Strategy for Combating Terrorist and Other Illicit Financing, the
Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State,
the Attorney General, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of
Homeland Security, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget,
the Director of National Intelligence, and the heads of other relevant
agencies shall develop a coordinated action plan based on the Strategy's
conclusions for mitigating the digital-asset-related illicit finance and
national security risks addressed in the updated strategy. This action
plan shall be coordinated through the interagency process described in
section 3 of this order. The action plan shall address the role of law
enforcement and measures to increase financial services providers'
compliance with AML/CFT obligations related to digital asset activities.
(d) Within 120 days following completion of all of the following
reports--the National Money Laundering Risk Assessment; the National
Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment; the National Proliferation
Financing Risk Assessment; and the updated National Strategy for
Combating Terrorist and Other Illicit Financing--the Secretary of the
Treasury shall notify the relevant agencies through the interagency
process described in section 3 of this order on any pending, proposed,
or prospective rulemakings to address digital asset illicit finance
risks. The Secretary of the Treasury shall consult with and consider the
perspectives of relevant agencies in evaluating opportunities to
mitigate such risks through regulation.
Sec. 8. Policy and Actions Related to Fostering International
Cooperation and United States Competitiveness. (a) The policy of my
Administration on fostering international cooperation and United States
competitiveness with respect to digital assets and financial innovation
is as follows:
(i) Technology-driven financial innovation is frequently cross-border and
therefore requires international cooperation among public authorities. This
cooperation is critical to maintaining high regulatory standards and a
level playing field. Uneven regulation, supervision, and compliance across
jurisdictions creates opportunities for arbitrage and raises risks to
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financial stability and the protection of consumers, investors, businesses,
and markets. Inadequate AML/CFT regulation, supervision, and enforcement by
other countries challenges the ability of the United States to investigate
illicit digital asset transaction flows that frequently jump overseas, as
is often the case in ransomware payments and other cybercrime-related money
laundering. There must also be cooperation to reduce inefficiencies in
international funds transfer and payment systems.
(ii) The United States Government has been active in international fora and
through bilateral partnerships on many of these issues and has a robust
agenda to continue this work in the coming years. While the United States
held the position of President of the FATF, the United States led the group
in developing and adopting the first international standards on digital
assets. The United States must continue to work with international partners
on standards for the development and appropriate interoperability of
digital payment architectures and CBDCs to reduce payment inefficiencies
and ensure that any new funds transfer and payment systems are consistent
with United States values and legal requirements.
(iii) While the United States held the position of President of the 2020
G7, the United States established the G7 Digital Payments Experts Group to
discuss CBDCs, stablecoins, and other digital payment issues. The G7 report
outlining a set of policy principles for CBDCs is an important contribution
to establishing guidelines for jurisdictions for the exploration and
potential development of CBDCs. While a CBDC would be issued by a country's
central bank, the supporting infrastructure could involve both public and
private participants. The G7 report highlighted that any CBDC should be
grounded in the G7's long-standing public commitments to transparency, the
rule of law, and sound economic governance, as well as the promotion of
competition and innovation.
(iv) The United States continues to support the G20 roadmap for addressing
challenges and frictions with cross-border funds transfers and payments for
which work is underway, including work on improvements to existing systems
for cross-border funds transfers and payments, the international dimensions
of CBDC designs, and the potential of well-regulated stablecoin
arrangements. The international Financial Stability Board (FSB), together
with standard-setting bodies, is leading work on issues related to
stablecoins, cross-border funds transfers and payments, and other
international dimensions of digital assets and payments, while FATF
continues its leadership in setting AML/CFT standards for digital assets.
Such international work should continue to address the full spectrum of
issues and challenges raised by digital assets, including financial
stability, consumer, investor, and business risks, and money laundering,
terrorist financing, proliferation financing, sanctions evasion, and other
illicit activities.
(v) My Administration will elevate the importance of these topics and
expand engagement with our critical international partners, including
through fora such as the G7, G20, FATF, and FSB. My Administration will
support the ongoing international work and, where appropriate, push for
additional work to drive development and implementation of holistic
standards, cooperation and coordination, and information sharing. With
respect to digital assets, my Administration will seek to ensure
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that our core democratic values are respected; consumers, investors, and
businesses are protected; appropriate global financial system connectivity
and platform and architecture interoperability are preserved; and the
safety and soundness of the global financial system and international
monetary system are maintained.
(b) In furtherance of the policy stated in section 8(a) of this
order:
(i) Within 120 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of
Commerce, the Administrator of the United States Agency for International
Development, and the heads of other relevant agencies, shall establish a
framework for interagency international engagement with foreign
counterparts and in international fora to, as appropriate, adapt, update,
and enhance adoption of global principles and standards for how digital
assets are used and transacted, and to promote development of digital asset
and CBDC technologies consistent with our values and legal requirements.
This framework shall be coordinated through the interagency process
described in section 3 of this order. This framework shall include specific
and prioritized lines of effort and coordinated messaging; interagency
engagement and activities with foreign partners, such as foreign assistance
and capacity-building efforts and coordination of global compliance; and
whole-of-government efforts to promote international principles, standards,
and best practices. This framework should reflect ongoing leadership by the
Secretary of the Treasury and financial regulators in relevant
international financial standards bodies, and should elevate United States
engagement on digital assets issues in technical standards bodies and other
international fora to promote development of digital asset and CBDC
technologies consistent with our values.
(ii) Within 1 year of the date of the establishment of the framework
required by section 8(b)(i) of this order, the Secretary of the Treasury,
in consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, the
Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the Administrator of the
United States Agency for International Development, and the heads of other
relevant agencies as appropriate, shall submit a report to the President on
priority actions taken under the framework and its effectiveness. This
report shall be coordinated through the interagency process described in
section 3 of this order.
(iii) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of Commerce,
in consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Treasury,
and the heads of other relevant agencies, shall establish a framework for
enhancing United States economic competitiveness in, and leveraging of,
digital asset technologies. This framework shall be coordinated through the
interagency process described in section 3 of this order.
(iv) Within 90 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General, in
consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Treasury,
and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall submit a report to the
President on how to strengthen international law enforcement cooperation
for detecting, investigating, and prosecuting criminal activity related to
digital assets.
Sec. 9. Definitions. For the purposes of this order:
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(a) The term ``blockchain'' refers to distributed ledger
technologies where data is shared across a network that creates a
digital ledger of verified transactions or information among network
participants and the data are typically linked using cryptography to
maintain the integrity of the ledger and execute other functions,
including transfer of ownership or value.
(b) The term ``central bank digital currency'' or ``CBDC'' refers to
a form of digital money or monetary value, denominated in the national
unit of account, that is a direct liability of the central bank.
(c) The term ``cryptocurrencies'' refers to a digital asset, which
may be a medium of exchange, for which generation or ownership records
are supported through a distributed ledger technology that relies on
cryptography, such as a blockchain.
(d) The term ``digital assets'' refers to all CBDCs, regardless of
the technology used, and to other representations of value, financial
assets and instruments, or claims that are used to make payments or
investments, or to transmit or exchange funds or the equivalent thereof,
that are issued or represented in digital form through the use of
distributed ledger technology. For example, digital assets include
cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and CBDCs. Regardless of the label used,
a digital asset may be, among other things, a security, a commodity, a
derivative, or other financial product. Digital assets may be exchanged
across digital asset trading platforms, including centralized and
decentralized finance platforms, or through peer-to-peer technologies.
(e) The term ``stablecoins'' refers to a category of
cryptocurrencies with mechanisms that are aimed at maintaining a stable
value, such as by pegging the value of the coin to a specific currency,
asset, or pool of assets or by algorithmically controlling supply in
response to changes in demand in order to stabilize value.
Sec. 10. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 9, 2022.
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Executive Order 14068 of March 11, 2022
Prohibiting Certain Imports, Exports, and New Investment With Respect to
Continued Russian Federation Aggression
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and section 301 of
title 3, United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, in
order to take additional steps with respect to the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 14024 of April 15, 2021, relied on for
additional steps taken in Executive Order 14039 of August 20, 2021, and
expanded by Executive Order 14066 of March 8, 2022, hereby order:
Section 1. (a) The following are prohibited:
(i) the importation into the United States of the following products of
Russian Federation origin: fish, seafood, and preparations thereof;
alcoholic beverages; non-industrial diamonds; and any other products of
Russian Federation origin as may be determined by the Secretary of the
Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of
Commerce;
(ii) the exportation, reexportation, sale, or supply, directly or
indirectly, from the United States, or by a United States person, wherever
located, of luxury goods, and any other items as may be determined by the
Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the
Secretary of the Treasury, to any person located in the Russian Federation;
(iii) new investment in any sector of the Russian Federation economy as may
be determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, by a United States person, wherever located;
(iv) the exportation, reexportation, sale, or supply, directly or
indirectly, from the United States, or by a United States person, wherever
located, of U.S. dollar-denominated banknotes to the Government of the
Russian Federation or any person located in the Russian Federation; and
(v) any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a United States
person, wherever located, of a transaction by a foreign person where the
transaction by that foreign person would be prohibited by this section if
performed by a United States person or within the United States.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, or
pursuant to the export control authorities implemented by the Department
of Commerce, and notwithstanding any contract entered into or license or
permit granted prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
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(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the Federal Government or the United
Nations (including its specialized agencies, programs, funds, and
related organizations) by employees, grantees, or contractors thereof.
Sec. 4. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(b) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(c) the term ``Government of the Russian Federation'' means the
Government of the Russian Federation, any political subdivision, agency,
or instrumentality thereof, including the Central Bank of the Russian
Federation, and any person owned, controlled, or directed by, or acting
for or on behalf of, the Government of the Russian Federation; and
(d) the term ``United States person'' means any United States
citizen, lawful permanent resident, entity organized under the laws of
the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States
(including foreign branches), or any person in the United States.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Commerce, in
consultation with the Secretary of State, are hereby authorized to take
such actions, including the promulgation of rules and regulations, and
to employ all powers granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be
necessary to carry out the purposes of this order. The Secretary of the
Treasury and the Secretary of Commerce may, consistent with applicable
law, redelegate any of these functions within the Department of the
Treasury and the Department of Commerce, respectively. All executive
departments and agencies of the United States shall take all appropriate
measures within their authority to implement this order.
Sec. 6. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 11, 2022.
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Executive Order 14069 of March 15, 2022
Advancing Economy, Efficiency, and Effectiveness in Federal Contracting
by Promoting Pay Equity and Transparency
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of my Administration to eliminate
discriminatory pay practices that inhibit the economy, efficiency, and
effectiveness of the Federal workforce and the procurement of property
and services by the Federal Government. The Office of Personnel
Management anticipates issuing a proposed rule that will address the use
of salary history in the hiring and pay-setting processes for Federal
employees, consistent with Executive Order 14035 of June 25, 2021
(Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal
Workforce). The purpose of this order is to direct the consideration of
parallel efforts with respect to Federal procurement.
Sec. 2. Economy, Efficiency, and Effectiveness in Federal Procurement.
Consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of
appropriations, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council, in
consultation with the Secretary of Labor and the heads of other
executive departments and agencies as appropriate, shall consider
issuing proposed rules to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness
in Federal procurement by enhancing pay equity and transparency for job
applicants and employees of Federal contractors and subcontractors. In
doing so, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall specifically
consider whether any such rules should limit or prohibit Federal
contractors and subcontractors from seeking and considering information
about job applicants' and employees' existing or past compensation when
making employment decisions. The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
shall also consider the inclusion of appropriate accountability measures
in any such rules.
Sec. 3. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 15, 2022.
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Executive Order 14070 of April 5, 2022
Continuing To Strengthen Americans' Access to Affordable, Quality Health
Coverage
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. On January 28, 2021, I signed Executive Order 14009
(Strengthening Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act), establishing that
it is the policy of my Administration to protect and strengthen Medicaid
and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and to make high-quality healthcare
accessible and affordable for every American. It directs executive
departments and agencies (agencies) with authorities and
responsibilities related to Medicaid and the ACA to review existing
regulations, orders, guidance documents, policies, and any other similar
agency actions (collectively, agency actions) to determine whether such
agency actions are inconsistent with this policy.
Consistent with Executive Order 14009, agencies have taken numerous
actions to protect and strengthen Medicaid and the ACA, including:
(a) facilitating the expansion of Medicaid in Missouri and Oklahoma
to individuals below 138 percent of the Federal poverty level, which is
projected to cover nearly half a million people;
(b) extending Medicaid eligibility to new populations in order to
allow pregnant individuals to retain their Medicaid coverage for up to 1
year postpartum, including through initiatives in Illinois, New Jersey,
Virginia, and Louisiana;
(c) operating a Special Enrollment Period during 2021 that allowed
2.8 million Americans to newly enroll in coverage under the ACA;
(d) extending the length of the HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment
Period by 1 month and operating the most successful Open Enrollment
Period ever, with a historic 14.5 million Americans enrolling in
coverage through the ACA Marketplaces and an additional 1 million people
enrolling in Basic Health Program coverage, resulting in a 20 percent
increase over the prior year across both programs combined;
(e) increasing outreach and enrollment funding for organizations
that help Americans apply for ACA and Medicaid coverage, including
quadrupling the number of trained Navigators to more than 1,500 people
in States using HealthCare.gov;
(f) lowering maximum out-of-pocket costs for consumers with employer
and ACA coverage by $400 in 2022;
(g) reducing paperwork burdens for people enrolling in Medicaid and
the ACA by eliminating unnecessary documentation requirements;
(h) allowing low-income Americans to enroll in affordable ACA
coverage year-round;
(i) strengthening Medicaid and ACA section 1332 waiver policies to
partner with States to develop innovative coverage options, strengthen
benefits, and lower costs;
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(j) proposing rules that would better ensure comprehensive and
standardized coverage and improve the adequacy of ACA provider networks;
and
(k) making efforts to improve the affordability of ACA coverage for
families by proposing rules to correct a regulatory gap that prevents
family members from accessing ACA subsidies despite very high premiums
for coverage through an employer.
On March 11, 2021, I signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of
2021 (Public Law 117-2), which will further strengthen Medicaid and the
ACA in numerous ways, including by making ACA coverage more affordable
for 9 million Americans through enhanced ACA subsidies, incentivizing
States to adopt the ACA's Medicaid expansion, making it easier for
States to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage, establishing new options
for States to establish mobile crisis intervention services teams to
help provide services to Medicaid beneficiaries experiencing a
behavioral health crisis, and increasing Medicaid funding for home- and
community-based services to strengthen and expand access to services for
millions of seniors and people with disabilities who need care as well
as to help States strengthen their programs.
My Administration has made significant progress in making healthcare
more affordable and accessible to millions of Americans. From the end of
2020 to September 2021, one in seven uninsured Americans gained
coverage, leaving the uninsured rate at nearly an all-time low. Despite
this progress, nearly 4 million Americans continue to be locked out of
Medicaid expansion because they reside in 1 of the 12 States that have
failed to adopt the ACA's Medicaid expansion. In addition, millions more
continue to struggle to obtain the care they need, to go without health
coverage, or to be enrolled in coverage that is insufficient to meet
their needs. The effects of being uninsured or underinsured can be
devastating financially, as families without access to affordable
coverage may accrue high levels of medical debt.
It remains the policy of my Administration to protect and strengthen
Medicaid and the ACA and to make high-quality healthcare accessible and
affordable for every American. Agencies with authorities and
responsibilities related to Medicaid and the ACA are continuing their
review of existing agency actions under Executive Order 14009.
Sec. 2. Agency Responsibilities. In addition to taking the actions
directed pursuant to Executive Order 14009, agencies (as described in
section 3502(1) of title 44, United States Code, except for the agencies
described in section 3502(5) of title 44, United States Code) with
responsibilities related to Americans' access to health coverage shall
review agency actions to identify ways to continue to expand the
availability of affordable health coverage, to improve the quality of
coverage, to strengthen benefits, and to help more Americans enroll in
quality health coverage. As part of this review, the heads of such
agencies shall examine the following:
(a) policies or practices that make it easier for all consumers to
enroll in and retain coverage, understand their coverage options, and
select appropriate coverage;
(b) policies or practices that strengthen benefits and improve
access to healthcare providers;
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(c) policies or practices that improve the comprehensiveness of
coverage and protect consumers from low-quality coverage;
(d) policies or practices that expand eligibility and lower costs
for coverage in the ACA Marketplaces, Medicaid, Medicare, and other
programs;
(e) policies or practices that help improve linkages between the
healthcare system and other stakeholders to address health-related
needs; and
(f) policies or practices that help reduce the burden of medical
debt on households.
Sec. 3. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
April 5, 2022.
Executive Order 14071 of April 6, 2022
Prohibiting New Investment in and Certain Services to the Russian
Federation in Response to Continued Russian Federation Aggression
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and section 301 of
title 3, United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, in
order to take additional steps with respect to the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 14024 of April 15, 2021, expanded by
Executive Order 14066 of March 8, 2022, and relied on for additional
steps taken in Executive Order 14039 of August 20, 2021, and Executive
Order 14068 of March 11, 2022, hereby order:
Section 1. (a) The following are prohibited:
(i) new investment in the Russian Federation by a United States person,
wherever located;
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(ii) the exportation, reexportation, sale, or supply, directly or
indirectly, from the United States, or by a United States person, wherever
located, of any category of services as may be determined by the Secretary
of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, to any person
located in the Russian Federation; and
(iii) any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a United
States person, wherever located, of a transaction by a foreign person where
the transaction by that foreign person would be prohibited by this section
if performed by a United States person or within the United States.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or license or permit granted
prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the Federal Government or the United
Nations (including its specialized agencies, programs, funds, and
related organizations) by employees, grantees, or contractors thereof.
Sec. 4. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(b) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity; and
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States
citizen, lawful permanent resident, entity organized under the laws of
the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States
(including foreign branches), or any person in the United States.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to take such actions, including
the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers
granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be necessary to carry out the
purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may, consistent
with applicable law, redelegate any of these functions within the
Department of the Treasury. All executive departments and agencies of
the United States shall take all appropriate measures within their
authority to implement this order.
Sec. 6. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
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(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
April 6, 2022.
Executive Order 14072 of April 22, 2022
Strengthening the Nation's Forests, Communities, and Local Economies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Strengthening America's forests, which are home to
cherished expanses of mature and old-growth forests on Federal lands, is
critical to the health, prosperity, and resilience of our communities--
particularly in light of the threat of catastrophic wildfires. Forests
provide clean air and water, sustain the plant and animal life
fundamental to combating the global climate and biodiversity crises, and
hold special importance to Tribal Nations. We go to these special places
to hike, camp, hunt, fish, and engage in recreation that revitalizes our
souls and connects us to history and nature. Many local economies thrive
because of these outdoor and forest management activities, including in
the sustainable forest product sector.
Globally, forests represent some of the most biodiverse parts of our
planet and play an irreplaceable role in reaching net-zero greenhouse
gas emissions. Terrestrial carbon sinks absorb around 30 percent of the
carbon dioxide emitted by human activities each year. Here at home,
America's forests absorb more than 10 percent of annual United States
economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions. Conserving old-growth and mature
forests on Federal lands while supporting and advancing climate-smart
forestry and sustainable forest products is critical to protecting these
and other ecosystem services provided by those forests.
Despite their importance, the world's forests are quickly disappearing;
only a small fraction of the world's mature and old-growth forests
remains. Here at home, the primary threats to forests, including mature
and old-growth forests, include climate impacts, catastrophic wildfires,
insect infestation, and disease. We can and must take action to
conserve, restore, reforest, and manage our magnificent forests here at
home and, working closely with international partners, throughout the
world.
It is the policy of my Administration, in consultation with State,
local, Tribal, and territorial governments, as well as the private
sector, nonprofit organizations, labor unions, and the scientific
community, to pursue science-based, sustainable forest and land
management; conserve America's mature and old-growth forests on Federal
lands; invest in forest health and
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restoration; support indigenous traditional ecological knowledge and
cultural and subsistence practices; honor Tribal treaty rights; and
deploy climate-smart forestry practices and other nature-based solutions
to improve the resilience of our lands, waters, wildlife, and
communities in the face of increasing disturbances and chronic stress
arising from climate impacts. It is also the policy of my
Administration, as outlined in Conserving and Restoring America the
Beautiful, to support collaborative, locally led conservation solutions.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) I signed into law
provides generational investments in ecosystem restoration and wildfire
risk reduction. As we use this funding, we will seek opportunities,
consistent with the IIJA, to conserve our mature and old-growth forests
on Federal lands and restore the health and vibrancy of our Nation's
forests by reducing the threat of catastrophic wildfires through
ecological treatments that create resilient forest conditions using
active, science-based forest management and prescribed fires; by
incorporating indigenous traditional ecological knowledge; and by
scaling up and optimizing climate-smart reforestation. My Administration
also is committed to doing its part to combat deforestation around the
world and to working with our international partners toward sustainable
management of the world's lands, waters, and ocean.
Sec. 2. Restoring and Conserving the Nation's Forests, Including Mature
and Old-Growth Forests. My Administration will manage forests on Federal
lands, which include many mature and old-growth forests, to promote
their continued health and resilience; retain and enhance carbon
storage; conserve biodiversity; mitigate the risk of wildfires; enhance
climate resilience; enable subsistence and cultural uses; provide
outdoor recreational opportunities; and promote sustainable local
economic development. Science-based reforestation is one of the greatest
opportunities both globally and in the United States for the land sector
to contribute to climate and biodiversity goals. To further conserve
mature and old-growth forests and foster long-term United States forest
health through climate-smart reforestation for the benefit of Americans
today and for generations to come, the following actions shall be taken,
in consultation with State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments
and the public, and to the extent consistent with applicable law:
(a) The Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture
(Secretaries)--the Federal Government's primary land managers--shall
continue to jointly pursue wildfire mitigation strategies, which are
already driving important actions to confront a pressing threat to
mature and old-growth forests on Federal lands: catastrophic wildfires
driven by decades of fire exclusion and climate change.
(b) The Secretary of the Interior, with respect to public lands
managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and the Secretary of
Agriculture, with respect to National Forest System lands, shall, within
1 year of the date of this order, define, identify, and complete an
inventory of old-growth and mature forests on Federal lands, accounting
for regional and ecological variations, as appropriate, and shall make
such inventory publicly available.
(c) Following completion of the inventory, the Secretaries shall:
(i) coordinate conservation and wildfire risk reduction activities,
including consideration of climate-smart stewardship of mature and old-
growth
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forests, with other executive departments and agencies (agencies), States,
Tribal Nations, and any private landowners who volunteer to participate;
(ii) analyze the threats to mature and old-growth forests on Federal lands,
including from wildfires and climate change; and
(iii) develop policies, with robust opportunity for public comment, to
institutionalize climate-smart management and conservation strategies that
address threats to mature and old-growth forests on Federal lands.
(d) The Secretaries, in coordination with the heads of other
agencies as appropriate, shall within 1 year of the date of this order:
(i) develop a Federal goal that charges agencies to meet agency-specific
reforestation targets by 2030, including an assessment of reforestation
opportunities on Federal lands and through existing Federal programs and
partnerships;
(ii) develop, in collaboration with Federal, State, Tribal, and private-
sector partners, a climate-informed plan (building on existing efforts) to
increase Federal cone and seed collection and to ensure seed and seedling
nursery capacity is sufficient to meet anticipated reforestation demand;
and
(iii) develop, in coordination with the Secretary of Commerce, with State,
local, Tribal, and territorial governments, and with the private sector,
nonprofit organizations, labor unions, and the scientific community,
recommendations for community-led local and regional economic development
opportunities to create and sustain jobs in the sustainable forest product
sector, including innovative materials, and in outdoor recreation, while
supporting healthy, sustainably managed forests in timber communities.
Sec. 3. Stopping International Deforestation. As described in the Plan
to Conserve Global Forests: Critical Carbon Sinks, my Administration has
committed to deliver, by 2030, on collective global goals to end natural
forest loss and to restore at least an additional 200 million hectares
of forests and other ecosystems, while showcasing new economic models
that reflect the services provided by critical ecosystems around the
world. The plan recognizes that conserving and restoring global forest
and peatland ecosystems, particularly in the Amazon, Congo Basin, and
Southeast Asia, can provide significant global greenhouse gas emissions
mitigation, both by preventing the emissions caused by deforestation and
by increasing the amount of carbon dioxide captured from the atmosphere
and stored in soils and forest biomass. My Administration is also
committed to combating illegal logging and stopping trade in illegally
sourced wood products pursuant to the Lacey Act, as amended, 16 U.S.C.
3371 et seq., and to addressing the related importation of commodities
sourced from recently deforested land. To further advance these
commitments, conserve these critical ecosystems, and address drivers of
global deforestation--including illegal forest clearing to produce
agricultural commodities--the following actions shall be taken:
(a) within 1 year of the date of this order, the Secretary of State,
in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of
Agriculture, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Homeland
Security (through the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border
Protection), the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, the
Administrator of the
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United States Agency for International Development, the United States
Trade Representative, and the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate,
shall submit a report to the President evaluating options, including
recommendations for proposed legislation, for a whole-of-government
approach to combating international deforestation that includes:
(i) an analysis of the feasibility of limiting or removing specific
commodities grown on lands deforested either illegally or after December
31, 2020, from agricultural supply chains; and
(ii) an analysis of the potential for public-private partnerships with
major agricultural commodity buyers, traders, financial institutions, and
other actors to voluntarily reduce or eliminate the purchase of such
commodities and incentivize sourcing of sustainably produced agricultural
commodities.
(b) within 1 year of the date of this order, the Secretary of State,
in coordination with other appropriate agencies, shall submit a report
to the President on how agencies that engage in international
programming, assistance, finance, investment, trade, and trade
promotion, can, consistent with applicable law, accomplish the
following:
(i) incorporate the assessment of risk of deforestation and other land
conversion into guidance on foreign assistance and investment programming
related to infrastructure development, agriculture, settlements, land use
planning or zoning, and energy siting and generation;
(ii) address deforestation and land conversion risk in new relevant trade
agreements and seek to address such risks, where possible, in the
implementation of existing trade agreements;
(iii) identify and engage in international processes and fora, as
appropriate, to pursue approaches to combat deforestation and enhance
sustainable land use opportunities in preparing climate, development, and
finance strategies;
(iv) engage other major commodity-importing and commodity-producing
countries to advance common interests in addressing commodity-driven
deforestation; and
(v) assess options to direct foreign assistance and other agency programs
and tools, as appropriate, to help threatened forest communities transition
to an economically sustainable future, with special attention to the
participation of and the critical role played by indigenous peoples and
local communities and landholders in protecting and restoring forests and
in reducing deforestation and forest degradation.
Sec. 4. Deploying Nature-Based Solutions to Tackle Climate Change and
Enhance Resilience. Just as forest conservation, restoration, and
adaptation generate broad benefits related to climate change and other
areas, other nature-based solutions can advance multiple benefits. These
solutions include actions that protect coasts and critical marine
ecosystems, reduce flooding, moderate extreme heat, replenish
groundwater sources, capture and store carbon dioxide, conserve
biodiversity, and improve the productivity of agricultural and forest
lands to produce food and fiber. To ensure that agencies pursue nature-
based solutions, to the extent consistent with applicable law and
supported by science, the following actions shall be taken:
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(a) The Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality, the Director
of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, and the Assistant to the
President and National Climate Advisor shall, in consultation with the
Secretary of Defense (through the Assistant Secretary of the Army for
Civil Works), the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of
Agriculture, the Secretary of Commerce (through the Administrator of the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), the Secretary of
Housing and Urban Development, the Secretary of Transportation, the
Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of Homeland Security (through the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency), the
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Administrator
of the Small Business Administration, and the heads of other agencies as
appropriate, submit a report to the National Climate Task Force to
identify key opportunities for greater deployment of nature-based
solutions across the Federal Government, including through potential
policy, guidance, and program changes.
(b) The Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall issue
guidance related to the valuation of ecosystem and environmental
services and natural assets in Federal regulatory decision-making,
consistent with the efforts to modernize regulatory review required by
my Presidential Memorandum of January 20, 2021 (Modernizing Regulatory
Review).
(c) Implementation of the United States Global Change Research
Program shall include an assessment of the condition of nature within
the United States in a report carrying out section 102 of the Global
Change Research Act of 1990, 15 U.S.C. 2932.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
April 22, 2022.
Executive Order 14073 of May 4, 2022
Enhancing the National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 104(a) of the
National
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Quantum Initiative Act (Public Law 115-368) (NQI Act), and section 301
of title 3, United States Code, and in order to ensure continued
American leadership in quantum information science and its technology
applications, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. Quantum information science (QIS) can enable
transformative advances in knowledge and technology for industry,
academia, and government. Accordingly, the National Quantum Initiative
(NQI), which aims to ensure the continued leadership of the United
States in QIS and its technology applications, is a substantial and
sustained national priority. The NQI Program, established pursuant to
section 101 of the NQI Act, encompasses contributions from across the
Federal Government, as exemplified by the QIS research, development,
demonstration, and training activities pursued by executive departments
and agencies (agencies) with membership on either the National Science
and Technology Council (NSTC) Subcommittee on Quantum Information
Science (SCQIS) or the NSTC Subcommittee on Economic and Security
Implications of Quantum Science (ESIX).
Sec. 2. Establishment. (a) To ensure that the NQI Program and the Nation
are informed by evidence, data, and perspectives from a diverse group of
experts and stakeholders, the National Quantum Initiative Advisory
Committee (Committee) is hereby established. Consistent with the NQI
Act, the Committee shall advise the President, the SCQIS, and the ESIX
on the NQI Program.
(b) The Committee shall consist of the Director of the Office of
Science and Technology Policy (Director) or the Director's designee and
not more than 26 members, appointed by the President, who are United
States citizens representative of industry, universities, and Federal
laboratories, and who are qualified to provide advice and information on
QIS and technology research, development, demonstrations, standards,
education, technology transfer, commercial application, or national
security and economic concerns.
(c) The Committee shall have two Co-Chairs. The Director or the
Director's designee shall serve as one Co-Chair of the Committee. The
President shall designate another Co-Chair from among the appointed
members to serve as Co-Chair with the Director.
Sec. 3. Functions. (a) The Committee shall advise the President and the
SCQIS and the ESIX (Subcommittees) and make recommendations for the
President to consider when reviewing and revising the NQI Program. The
Committee shall also carry out all responsibilities set forth in section
104 of the NQI Act.
(b) The Committee shall meet at least twice a year and shall:
(i) respond to requests from the President or the Co-Chairs of the
Committee for information, analysis, evaluation, or advice relating to QIS
and its technology applications;
(ii) solicit information and ideas from a broad range of stakeholders on
QIS, including the research community, the private sector, academia,
national laboratories, agencies, State and local governments, foundations,
and nonprofit organizations;
(iii) review the national strategy for QIS; and
(iv) respond to requests from the Subcommittees.
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Sec. 4. Administration. (a) The heads of agencies shall, to the extent
permitted by law, provide the Committee with information concerning QIS
and its technology applications when requested by a Committee Co-Chair.
(b) The Co-Chairs of the Committee may establish standing
subcommittees and ad hoc groups, including technical advisory groups, to
assist and provide information to the Committee.
(c) The Director may request that members of the Committee, standing
subcommittees, or ad hoc groups who do not hold a current clearance for
access to classified information receive appropriate clearances and
access determinations pursuant to Executive Order 13526 of December 29,
2009 (Classified National Security Information), as amended, or any
successor order.
(d) The National Quantum Coordination Office shall provide technical
and administrative support to the Committee, pursuant to section 102(b)
of the NQI Act.
(e) Committee members shall serve without any compensation for their
work on the Committee, but may receive travel expenses, including per
diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized by law for persons serving
intermittently in the Government service (5 U.S.C. 5701-5707).
Sec. 5. Revocation. Executive Order 13885 of August 30, 2019
(Establishing the National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee), is
hereby revoked.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Insofar as the Federal Advisory
Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.) (FACA), may apply to the
Committee, any functions of the President under the FACA, except for
those in section 6 of the FACA, shall be performed by the Secretary of
Energy, in consultation with the Director, in accordance with the
guidelines and procedures established by the Administrator of General
Services.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise
affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(c) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(d) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 4, 2022.
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Executive Order 14074 of May 25, 2022
Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices
To Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, I hereby order as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Our criminal justice system must respect the dignity
and rights of all persons and adhere to our fundamental obligation to
ensure fair and impartial justice for all. This is imperative--not only
to live up to our principles as a Nation, but also to build secure,
safe, and healthy communities. Protecting public safety requires close
partnerships between law enforcement and the communities it serves.
Public safety therefore depends on public trust, and public trust in
turn requires that our criminal justice system as a whole embodies fair
and equal treatment, transparency, and accountability.
Law enforcement officers are often a person's first point of contact
with our criminal justice system, and we depend on them to uphold these
principles while doing the demanding and often life-threatening work of
keeping us safe. We expect them to help prevent and solve crimes and
frequently call upon them to respond to social problems outside their
expertise and beyond their intended role, diverting attention from their
critical public safety mission and increasing the risks of an already
dangerous job--which has led to the deaths of law enforcement officers
and civilians alike. The vast majority of law enforcement officers do
these difficult jobs with honor and integrity, and they work diligently
to uphold the law and preserve the public's trust.
Yet, there are places in America today, particularly in Black and Brown
communities and other communities of color, where the bonds of trust are
frayed or broken. We have collectively mourned following law enforcement
encounters that have tragically ended in the loss of life. To heal as a
Nation, we must acknowledge that those fatal encounters have disparately
impacted Black and Brown people and other people of color. The pain of
the families of those who have been killed is magnified when
expectations for accountability go unmet, and the echoes of their losses
reverberate across generations. More broadly, numerous aspects of our
criminal justice system are still shaped by race or ethnicity. It is
time that we acknowledge the legacy of systemic racism in our criminal
justice system and work together to eliminate the racial disparities
that endure to this day. Doing so serves all Americans.
Through this order, my Administration is taking a critical step in what
must be part of a larger effort to strengthen our democracy and advance
the principles of equality and dignity. While we can make policing safer
and more effective by strengthening trust between law enforcement
officers and the communities they serve, we must also reform our broader
criminal justice system so that it protects and serves all people
equally. To be clear, certain obstacles to lasting reform require
legislative solutions. In particular, system-wide change requires
funding and support that only the Congress can authorize. But my
Administration will use its full authority to take action, including
through the implementation of this order, to build
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and sustain fairness and accountability throughout the criminal justice
system.
The need for such action could not be more urgent. Since early 2020,
communities around the country have faced rising rates of violent crime,
requiring law enforcement engagement at a time when law enforcement
agencies are already confronting the challenges of staffing shortages
and low morale. Strengthening community trust is more critical now than
ever, as a community's cooperation with the police to report crimes and
assist investigations is essential for deterring violence and holding
perpetrators accountable. Reinforcing the partnership between law
enforcement and communities is imperative for combating crime and
achieving lasting public safety.
It is therefore the policy of my Administration to increase public trust
and enhance public safety and security by encouraging equitable and
community-oriented policing. We must commit to new practices in law
enforcement recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention, as well as
training, oversight, and accountability. Insufficient resources,
including those dedicated to support officer wellness--needed more than
ever as officers confront rising crime and the effects of the
coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic--jeopardize the law
enforcement community's ability to build and retain a highly qualified
and diverse professional workforce. We must work together to ensure that
law enforcement agencies have the resources they need as well as the
capacity to attract, hire, and retain the best personnel, including
resources to institute screening mechanisms to identify unqualified
applicants and to support officers in meeting the stresses and
challenges of the job. We must also ensure that law enforcement agencies
reflect the communities they serve, protect all community members
equally, and offer comprehensive training and development opportunities
to line officers and supervisors alike.
Building trust between law enforcement agencies and the communities they
are sworn to protect and serve also requires accountability for
misconduct and transparency through data collection and public
reporting. It requires proactive measures to prevent profiling based on
actual or perceived race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex
(including sexual orientation and gender identity), or disability,
including by ensuring that new law enforcement technologies do not
exacerbate disparities based on these characteristics. It includes
ending discriminatory pretextual stops and offering support for
evidence-informed, innovative responses to people with substance use
disorders; people with mental health needs; veterans; people with
disabilities; vulnerable youth; people who are victims of domestic
violence, sexual assault, or trafficking; and people experiencing
homelessness or living in poverty. It calls for improving and clarifying
standards for police activities such as the execution of search warrants
and the use of force.
Many law enforcement agencies across the country--including at the
Federal, State, Tribal, local, and territorial level--have already
undertaken important efforts to modernize policing and make our broader
criminal justice system more effective and more equitable. Their work
has inspired many of the provisions of this order. These agencies--and
the officers who serve within them--deserve recognition for their
leadership and appreciation for setting a standard that others can
follow. This order seeks to recognize
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these key reforms and implement them consistently across Federal law
enforcement agencies. Through this order, the Federal Government will
also seek to provide State, Tribal, local, and territorial law
enforcement agencies with the guidance and support they need to advance
their own efforts to strengthen public trust and improve public safety.
It is also the policy of my Administration to ensure that conditions of
confinement are safe and humane, and that those who are incarcerated are
not subjected to unnecessary or excessive uses of force, are free from
prolonged segregation, and have access to quality health care, including
substance use disorder care and mental health care. We must provide
people who are incarcerated with meaningful opportunities for
rehabilitation and the tools and support they need to transition
successfully back to society. Individuals who have been involved in the
criminal justice system face many barriers in transitioning back into
society, including limited access to housing, public benefits, health
care, trauma-informed services and support, education, nutrition,
employment and occupational licensing, credit, the ballot, and other
critical opportunities. Lowering barriers to reentry is essential to
reducing recidivism and reducing crime.
Finally, no one should be required to serve an excessive prison
sentence. When the Congress passed the First Step Act of 2018 (Public
Law 115-391), it sought to relieve people from unfair and unduly harsh
sentences, including those driven by harsh mandatory minimums and the
unjust sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine offenses.
My Administration will fully implement the First Step Act, including by
supporting sentencing reductions in appropriate cases and by allowing
eligible incarcerated people to participate in recidivism reduction
programming and earn time credits.
With these measures, together we can strengthen public safety and the
bonds of trust between law enforcement and the community and build a
criminal justice system that respects the dignity and equality of all in
America.
Sec. 2. Sharing of Federal Best Practices with State, Tribal, Local, and
Territorial Law Enforcement Agencies to Enhance Accountability. (a)
Independent Investigations of In-Custody Deaths. The Attorney General
shall issue guidance to State, Tribal, local, and territorial law
enforcement agencies (LEAs) regarding best practices for conducting
independent criminal investigations of deaths in custody that may
involve conduct by law enforcement or prison personnel.
(b) Improving Training for Investigations into Deprivation of Rights
Under Color of Law. The Attorney General shall assess the steps
necessary to enhance the Department of Justice's (DOJ's) capacity to
investigate law enforcement deprivation of rights under color of law,
including through improving and increasing training of Federal law
enforcement officers, their supervisors, and Federal prosecutors on how
to investigate and prosecute cases involving the deprivation of rights
under color of law pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 242. The Attorney General shall
also, as appropriate, provide guidance, technical assistance, and
training to State, Tribal, local, and territorial investigators and
prosecutors on best practices for investigating and prosecuting civil
rights violations under applicable law.
(c) Pattern or Practice Investigations. The Attorney General shall
consider ways in which the DOJ could strengthen communication with State
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Attorneys General to help identify relevant data, complaints from the
public, and other information that may assist the DOJ's investigations
of patterns or practices of misconduct by law enforcement officers,
including prosecutors, pursuant to 34 U.S.C. 12601 and other statutes.
The Attorney General shall also develop training and technical
assistance for State, local, and territorial officials who have similar
investigatory authority.
(d) Ensuring Timely Investigations. The heads of all Federal LEAs
shall assess whether any of their respective agency's policies or
procedures cause unwarranted delay in investigations of Federal law
enforcement officers for incidents involving the use of deadly force or
deaths in custody, including delays in interagency jurisdictional
determinations and subject and witness interviews, and shall, without
abrogating any collective bargaining obligations, make changes as
appropriate to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of such
investigations. Within 240 days of the date of this order, the Attorney
General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the heads of other
executive departments and agencies (agencies) with law enforcement
authority shall report to the President what, if any, changes to their
respective policies or practices they have made.
(e) Ensuring Thorough Investigations. The Attorney General shall
instruct the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and all United States
Attorneys to coordinate closely with the internal oversight bodies of
Federal LEAs to ensure that, without abrogating any collective
bargaining obligations, for incidents involving the use of deadly force
or deaths in custody, initial investigative efforts (including evidence
collection and witness interviews) preserve the information required to
complete timely administrative investigations as required by the Death
in Custody Reporting Act of 2013 (Public Law 113-242) and agency use-of-
force guidelines.
(f) Ensuring Timely and Consistent Discipline. The heads of all
Federal LEAs shall assess whether any of their respective agency's
policies or procedures cause unwarranted delay or inconsistent
application of discipline for incidents involving the use of deadly
force or deaths in custody, and shall, without abrogating any collective
bargaining obligations, make changes as appropriate. Within 240 days of
the date of this order, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland
Security, and the heads of other Federal LEAs shall report to the
President what, if any, changes to their respective policies or
practices they have made.
Sec. 3. Strengthening Officer Recruitment, Hiring, Promotion, and
Retention Practices. (a) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the
Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall convene and chair
an interagency working group to strengthen Federal law enforcement
recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention practices, with particular
attention to promoting an inclusive, diverse, and expert law enforcement
workforce, culminating in an action plan to be published within 365 days
of the date of this order. The interagency working group shall consist
of the heads of Federal LEAs and shall consult with other stakeholders,
such as law enforcement organizations. The interagency working group
shall, to the extent possible, coordinate on the development of a set of
core policies and best practices to be used across all Federal LEAs
regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention, while also
identifying any agency-specific unique recruitment, hiring, promotion,
and retention challenges. As part of this process, the interagency
working group shall:
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(i) assess existing policies and identify and share best practices for
recruitment and hiring, including by considering the merits and feasibility
of recruiting law enforcement officers who are representative of the
communities they are sworn to serve (including recruits who live in or are
from these communities) and by considering the recommendations made in the
Federal LEAs' strategic plans required under Executive Order 14035 of June
25, 2021 (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal
Workforce);
(ii) assess existing policies and identify and share best practices for
promotion and retention, including by identifying ways to expand mentorship
and leadership development opportunities for law enforcement officers;
(iii) develop best practices for ensuring that performance evaluations and
promotion decisions for Federal law enforcement officers include an
assessment of the officer's adherence to agency policies, and that
performance evaluations and promotion decisions for supervisors include an
assessment of the supervisor's effectiveness in addressing misconduct by
officers they supervise; and
(iv) develop best practices for conducting background investigations and
implementing properly validated selection procedures, including vetting
mechanisms and ongoing employment screening, that, consistent with the
First Amendment and all applicable laws, help avoid the hiring and
retention of law enforcement officers who promote unlawful violence, white
supremacy, or other bias against persons based on race, ethnicity, national
origin, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity),
or disability.
(b) Within 180 days of the publication of the interagency working
group's action plan described in subsection (a) of this section, the
heads of Federal LEAs shall update and implement their policies and
protocols for recruiting, hiring, promotion, and retention, consistent
with the core policies and best practices identified and developed
pursuant to subsection (a) of this section. Such policies and protocols
shall include mechanisms for Federal LEAs to regularly assess the
effectiveness of their recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention
practices in accomplishing the goals of subsection (a) of this section.
(c) The heads of Federal LEAs shall develop and implement protocols
for background investigations and screening mechanisms, consistent with
the best practices identified and developed pursuant to subsection (a)
of this section, for State, Tribal, local, and territorial law
enforcement participation in programs or activities over which Federal
agencies exercise control, such as joint task forces or international
training and technical assistance programs, including programs managed
by the Department of State and the Department of Justice.
(d) The Attorney General shall develop guidance regarding best
practices for State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs seeking to
recruit, hire, promote, and retain highly qualified and service-oriented
officers. In developing this guidance, the Attorney General shall
consult with State, Tribal, local, and territorial law enforcement, as
appropriate, and shall incorporate the best practices identified by the
interagency working group established pursuant to subsection (a) of this
section.
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Sec. 4. Supporting Officer Wellness. (a) Within 180 days of the date of
this order, the Attorney General shall, in coordination with the
Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), develop and publish a
report on best practices to address law enforcement officer wellness,
including support for officers experiencing substance use disorders,
mental health issues, or trauma from their duties. This report shall:
(i) consider the work undertaken already pursuant to the Law Enforcement
Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 (Public Law 115-113); and
(ii) identify existing and needed resources for supporting law enforcement
officer wellness.
(b) Upon publication of these best practices, the Attorney General
and the heads of all other Federal LEAs shall assess their own practices
and policies for Federal officer wellness and develop and implement
changes as appropriate.
(c) The Attorney General shall, in coordination with the Secretary
of HHS and in consultation with multidisciplinary experts and
stakeholders, including the National Consortium on Preventing Law
Enforcement Suicide and other law enforcement organizations, conduct an
assessment of current efforts and available evidence on suicide
prevention and present to the President within 180 days of the date of
this order evidence-informed recommendations regarding the prevention of
death by suicide of law enforcement officers. These recommendations
shall also identify methods to encourage submission of data from
Federal, State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs to the FBI's Law
Enforcement Suicide Data Collection, in a manner that respects the
privacy interests of law enforcement officers and is consistent with
applicable law.
Sec. 5. Establishing a National Law Enforcement Accountability Database.
(a) The Attorney General shall, within 240 days of the date of this
order, establish the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database
(Accountability Database) as a centralized repository of official
records documenting instances of law enforcement officer misconduct as
well as commendations and awards. The Attorney General shall ensure that
the establishment and administration of the Accountability Database is
consistent with the Privacy Act of 1974 and all other applicable laws,
and respects appropriate due process protections for law enforcement
officers included in the Accountability Database.
(b) The Attorney General, in consultation with the heads of other
agencies as appropriate, shall take the following actions with respect
to the Accountability Database established pursuant to subsection (a) of
this section:
(i) include in the Accountability Database all available information that
the Attorney General deems necessary, appropriate, and consistent with law
and with considerations of victim confidentiality, concerning misconduct by
Federal law enforcement officers relevant to carrying out their official
duties;
(ii) include in the Accountability Database, to the maximum extent
permitted by law, official records documenting officer misconduct,
including, as appropriate: records of criminal convictions; suspension of a
law enforcement officer's enforcement authorities, such as de-
certification; terminations; civil judgments, including amounts (if
publicly available),
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related to official duties; and resignations or retirements while under
investigation for serious misconduct or sustained complaints or records of
disciplinary action based on findings of serious misconduct;
(iii) include in the Accountability Database records of officer
commendations and awards, as the Attorney General deems appropriate; and
(iv) establish appropriate procedures to ensure that the records stored in
the Accountability Database are accurate, including by providing officers
with sufficient notice and access to their records, as well as a full and
fair opportunity to request amendment or removal of any information about
themselves from the Accountability Database on the grounds that it is
inaccurate or that it is predicated on an official proceeding that lacked
appropriate due process protections.
(c) Requirements for the submission of information to the
Accountability Database are as follows:
(i) the heads of Federal LEAs shall submit the information determined
appropriate for inclusion by the Attorney General under subsection (b) of
this section on a quarterly basis, beginning no later than 60 days from the
establishment of the Accountability Database; and
(ii) the Attorney General shall encourage State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs to contribute to and use the Accountability Database in a
manner consistent with subsection (b)(i) of this section and as permitted
by law. The Attorney General shall also issue appropriate guidance and
technical assistance to further this goal.
(d) In establishing the Accountability Database under subsection (a)
of this section, the Attorney General shall:
(i) make use of Federal records from DOJ databases to the maximum extent
permitted by law;
(ii) make use of information held by other agencies or entities by entering
into agreements with the heads of other agencies or entities, as necessary
and appropriate;
(iii) make use of publicly accessible and reliable sources of information,
such as court records, as necessary and appropriate; and
(iv) make use of information submitted by State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs, as necessary and appropriate.
(e) The heads of Federal LEAs shall ensure that the Accountability
Database established pursuant to subsection (a) of this section is used,
as appropriate and consistent with applicable law, in the hiring, job
assignment, and promotion of law enforcement officers within Federal
LEAs, as well as in the screening of State, Tribal, local, and
territorial law enforcement officers who participate in programs or
activities over which Federal agencies exercise control, such as joint
task forces or international training and technical assistance programs,
including programs managed by the Department of State and the DOJ.
(f) The Attorney General shall establish procedures for the
submission of employment-related inquiries by Federal, State, Tribal,
local, and territorial LEAs, and for the provision, upon such a query,
of relevant information to the requestor as appropriate. The Attorney
General shall develop guidance
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and provide technical assistance to encourage State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs to integrate use of the Accountability Database
established pursuant to subsection (a) of this section into their hiring
decisions, consistent with applicable law.
(g) The Attorney General shall ensure that all access to the
Accountability Database established pursuant to subsection (a) of this
section is consistent with applicable law, and shall also take the
following steps related to public access to the Accountability Database:
(i) publish on at least an annual basis public reports that contain
anonymized data from the Accountability Database aggregated by law
enforcement agency and by any other factor determined appropriate by the
Attorney General, in a manner that does not jeopardize law enforcement
officer anonymity due to the size of the agency or other factors; and
(ii) assess the feasibility of what records from the Accountability
Database may be accessible to the public and the manner in which any such
records may be accessible by the public, taking into account the critical
need for public trust, transparency, and accountability, as well as the
duty to protect the safety, privacy, and due process rights of law
enforcement officers who may be identified in the Accountability Database,
including obligations under the Privacy Act of 1974 and any other relevant
legal obligations; protection of sensitive law enforcement operations; and
victim, witness, and source confidentiality.
(h) The Attorney General shall determine whether additional
legislation or appropriation of funds is needed to achieve the full
objectives of this section.
Sec. 6. Improving Use-of-Force Data Collection. (a) Within 180 days of
the date of this order, the heads of Federal LEAs shall submit data on a
monthly basis to the FBI National Use-of-Force Data Collection (Use-of-
Force Database), in accordance with the definitions and categories set
forth by the FBI. To the extent not already collected, such data shall
include either all deaths of a person due to law enforcement use of
force (including deaths in custody incident to an official use of
force); all serious bodily injuries of a person due to law enforcement
use of force; all discharges of a firearm by law enforcement at or in
the direction of a person not otherwise resulting in death or serious
bodily injury; or, if applicable, a report for each category that no
qualifying incidents occurred and:
(i) information about the incident, including date, time, and location; the
reason for initial contact; the offenses of which the subject was
suspected, if any; the charges filed against the suspect by a prosecutor,
if any; and the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) record or
local incident number of the report;
(ii) information about the subject of the use of force, including
demographic data by subcategory to the maximum extent possible; types of
force used against the subject; resulting injuries or death; and reason for
the use of force, including any threat or resistance from, or weapon
possessed by, the subject;
(iii) information about the officers involved, including demographic data
by subcategory to the maximum extent possible; years of service in law
enforcement and employing agency at the time of the incident; and resulting
injuries or death; and
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(iv) such other information as the Attorney General deems appropriate.
(b) The Attorney General, in consultation with the United States
Chief Technology Officer, shall work with State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs to identify the obstacles to their participation in the
Use-of-Force Database; to reduce the administrative burden of reporting
by using existing data collection efforts and improving those LEAs'
experience; and to provide training and technical assistance to those
LEAs to encourage and facilitate their regular submission of use-of-
force information to the Use-of-Force Database.
(c) The Attorney General shall, in a manner that does not reveal the
identity of any victim or law enforcement officer, publish quarterly
data collected pursuant to subsection (a) of this section and make the
data available for research and statistical purposes, in accordance with
the standards of data privacy and integrity required by the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB).
(d) The Attorney General shall also provide training and technical
assistance to encourage State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs to
submit information to the Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted
Data Collection program of the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program.
(e) The Attorney General shall publish a report within 120 days of
the date of this order on the steps the DOJ has taken and plans to take
to fully implement the Death in Custody Reporting Act of 2013.
Sec. 7. Banning Chokeholds and Carotid Restraints. (a) The heads of
Federal LEAs shall, as soon as practicable, but no later than 90 days
from the date of this order, ensure that their respective agencies issue
policies with requirements that are equivalent to, or exceed, the
requirements of the policy issued by the DOJ on September 13, 2021,
which generally prohibits the use of chokeholds and carotid restraints
except where the use of deadly force is authorized by law.
(b) The head of every Federal LEA shall incorporate training
consistent with this section.
Sec. 8. Providing Federal Law Enforcement Officers with Clear Guidance
on Use-of-Force Standards. (a) The heads of Federal LEAs shall, as soon
as practicable but no later than 90 days from the date of this order,
ensure that their respective agencies issue policies with requirements
that reflect principles of valuing and preserving human life and that
are equivalent to, or exceed, the requirements of the policy issued by
the DOJ on May 20, 2022, which establishes standards and obligations for
the use of force.
(b) The heads of Federal LEAs shall, within 365 days of the date of
this order, incorporate annual, evidence-informed training for their
respective law enforcement officers that is consistent with the DOJ's
use-of-force policy; implement early warning systems or other risk
management tools that enable supervisors to identify problematic conduct
and appropriate interventions to help prevent avoidable uses of force;
and ensure the use of effective mechanisms for holding their law
enforcement officers accountable for violating the policies addressed in
subsection (a) of this section, consistent with sections 2(f) and
3(a)(iii) of this order.
Sec. 9. Providing Anti-Bias Training and Guidance. (a) Within 180 days
of the date of this order, the Director of the Office of Personnel
Management and the Attorney General shall develop an evidence-informed
training
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module for law enforcement officers on implicit bias and avoiding
improper profiling based on the actual or perceived race, ethnicity,
national origin, limited English proficiency, religion, sex (including
sexual orientation and gender identity), or disability of individuals.
(b) The heads of Federal LEAs shall, to the extent consistent with
applicable law, ensure that their law enforcement officers complete such
training annually.
(c) The heads of Federal LEAs shall, to the extent consistent with
applicable law, establish that effective procedures are in place for
receiving, investigating, and responding meaningfully to complaints
alleging improper profiling or bias by Federal law enforcement officers.
(d) Federal agencies that exercise control over joint task forces or
international training and technical assistance programs in which State,
Tribal, local, and territorial officers participate shall include
training on implicit bias and profiling as part of any training program
required by the Federal agency for officers participating in the task
force or program.
(e) The Attorney General, in collaboration with the Secretary of
Homeland Security and the heads of other agencies as appropriate, shall
assess the implementation and effects of the DOJ's December 2014
Guidance for Federal Law Enforcement Agencies Regarding the Use of Race,
Ethnicity, Gender, National Origin, Religion, Sexual Orientation, or
Gender Identity; consider whether this guidance should be updated; and
report to the President within 180 days of the date of this order as to
any changes to this guidance that have been made.
Sec. 10. Restricting No-Knock Entries. (a) The heads of Federal LEAs
shall, as soon as practicable, but no later than 60 days from the date
of this order, ensure that their respective agencies issue policies with
requirements that are equivalent to, or exceed, the requirements of the
policy issued by the DOJ on September 13, 2021, which limits the use of
unannounced entries, often referred to as ``no-knock entries,'' and
provides guidance to ensure the safe execution of announced entries.
(b) The heads of Federal LEAs shall maintain records of no-knock
entries.
(c) The heads of Federal LEAs shall issue annual reports to the
President--and post the reports publicly--setting forth the number of
no-knock entries that occurred pursuant to judicial authorization; the
number of no-knock entries that occurred pursuant to exigent
circumstances; and disaggregated data by circumstances for no-knock
entries in which a law enforcement officer or other person was injured
in the course of a no-knock entry.
Sec. 11. Assessing and Addressing the Effect on Communities of Use of
Force by Law Enforcement. (a) The Secretary of HHS shall, within 180
days of the date of this order, conduct a nationwide study of the
community effects of use of force by law enforcement officers (whether
lawful or unlawful) on physical, mental, and public health, including
any disparate impacts on communities of color, and shall publish a
public report including these findings.
(b) The Attorney General, the Secretary of HHS, and the Director of
OMB shall, within 60 days of the completion of the report described in
subsection (a) of this section, provide a report to the President
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resources are available and what additional resources may be needed to
provide widely and freely accessible mental health and social support
services for individuals and communities affected by incidents of use of
force by law enforcement officers.
(c) The Attorney General, in collaboration with the heads of other
agencies as appropriate, shall issue guidance for Federal, State,
Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs on best practices for planning and
conducting law enforcement-community dialogues to improve relations and
communication between law enforcement and communities, particularly
following incidents involving use of deadly force.
(d) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General,
in collaboration with the heads of other agencies as appropriate, shall
issue guidance for Federal, State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs,
or other entities responsible for providing official notification of
deaths in custody, on best practices to promote the timely and
appropriate notification of, and support to, family members or emergency
contacts of persons who die in correctional or LEA custody, including
deaths resulting from the use of force.
(e) After the issuance of the guidance described in subsection (d)
of this section, the heads of Federal LEAs shall assess and revise their
policies and procedures as necessary to accord with that guidance.
Sec. 12. Limiting the Transfer or Purchase of Certain Military Equipment
by Law Enforcement. (a) The Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of
Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and
the Administrator of General Services shall each review all programs and
authorities concerning property transfers to State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs, or property purchases by State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs either with Federal funds or from Federal agencies or
contractors, including existing transfer contracts or grants. Within 60
days of the date of this order, the Secretary of the Treasury, the
Secretary of Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland
Security, and the Administrator of General Services shall determine
whether, pursuant to this order, such transfers or purchases can,
consistent with applicable law, be prohibited beyond existing
restrictions and, if so, shall further prohibit any such transfers or
purchases, of the following property to the extent not already
prohibited:
(i) firearms of .50 or greater caliber;
(ii) ammunition of .50 or greater caliber;
(iii) firearm silencers, as defined in 18 U.S.C. 921(a)(24);
(iv) bayonets;
(v) grenade launchers;
(vi) grenades (including stun and flash-bang);
(vii) explosives (except for explosives and percussion actuated non-
electric disruptors used for accredited bomb squads and explosive detection
canine training);
(viii) any vehicles that do not have a commercial application, including
all tracked and armored vehicles, unless the LEA certifies that the vehicle
will be used exclusively for disaster-related emergencies; active shooter
scenarios; hostage or other search and rescue operations; or anti-
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terrorism preparedness, protection, prevention, response, recovery, or
relief;
(ix) weaponized drones and weapons systems covered by DOD Directive 3000.09
of November 21, 2012, as amended (Autonomy in Weapon Systems);
(x) aircraft that are combat-configured or combat-coded, have no
established commercial flight application, or have no application for
disaster-related emergencies; active shooter scenarios; hostage or other
search and rescue operations; or anti-terrorism preparedness, protection,
prevention, response, recovery, or relief; and
(xi) long-range acoustic devices that do not have a commercial application.
(b) Federal agencies shall review and take all necessary action, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law, to comply with and
implement the recommendations established by the former Law Enforcement
Equipment Working Group (LEEWG) pursuant to Executive Order 13688 of
January 16, 2015 (Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment
Acquisition), as contained in the LEEWG's May 2015 Report
(Recommendations Pursuant to Executive Order 13688, Federal Support for
Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition), and October 2016
Implementation Update (Recommendations Pursuant to Executive Order
13688, Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition).
To the extent that there is any inconsistency between this order and
either the LEEWG's May 2015 Report or October 2016 Implementation
Update, this order shall supersede those documents.
(c) Prior to transferring any property included in the ``controlled
equipment list'' within the October 2016 Implementation Update
referenced in subsection (b) of this section, the agencies listed in
subsection (a) of this section shall take all necessary action, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law, to ensure that the
recipient State, Tribal, local, or territorial LEA:
(i) submits to that agency a description of how the recipient expects to
use the property and demonstrates that the property will be tracked in an
asset management system;
(ii) certifies that if the recipient determines that the property is
surplus to its needs, the recipient will return the property;
(iii) certifies that the recipient notified the local community of its
request for the property and translated the notification into appropriate
languages to inform individuals with limited English proficiency, and
certifies that the recipient notified the city council or other local
governing body of its intent to request the property and that the request
comports with all applicable approval requirements of the local governing
body; and
(iv) agrees to return the property if the DOJ determines or a Federal,
State, Tribal, local, or territorial court enters a final judgment finding
that the LEA has engaged in a pattern or practice of civil rights
violations.
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Sec. 13. Ensuring Appropriate Use of Body-Worn Cameras and Advanced Law
Enforcement Technologies. (a) The heads of Federal LEAs shall take the
following actions with respect to body-worn camera (BWC) policies:
(i) As soon as practicable, but no later than 90 days from the date of this
order, the heads of Federal LEAs shall ensure that their respective
agencies issue policies with requirements that are equivalent to, or
exceed, the requirements of the policy issued by the DOJ on June 7, 2021,
requiring the heads of certain DOJ law enforcement components to develop
policies regarding the use of BWC recording equipment. The heads of Federal
LEAs shall further identify the resources necessary to fully implement such
policies.
(ii) For Federal LEAs that regularly conduct patrols or routinely engage
with the public in response to emergency calls, the policies issued under
subsection (a)(i) of this section shall be designed to ensure that cameras
are worn and activated in all appropriate circumstances, including during
arrests and searches.
(iii) The heads of Federal LEAs shall ensure that all BWC policies shall be
publicly posted and shall be designed to promote transparency and protect
the privacy and civil rights of members of the public.
(b) Federal LEAs shall include within the policies developed
pursuant to subsection (a)(i) of this section protocols for expedited
public release of BWC video footage following incidents involving
serious bodily injury or deaths in custody, which shall be consistent
with applicable law, including the Privacy Act of 1974, and shall take
into account the need to promote transparency and accountability, the
duty to protect the privacy rights of persons depicted in the footage,
and any need to protect ongoing law enforcement operations.
(c) Within 365 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General,
in coordination with the Secretary of HHS and the Director of the Office
of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), shall conduct a study that
assesses the advantages and disadvantages of officer review of BWC
footage prior to the completion of initial reports or interviews
concerning an incident involving use of force, including an assessment
of current scientific research regarding the effects of such review.
Within 180 days of the completion of that study, the Attorney General,
in coordination with the Secretary of HHS, shall publish a report
detailing the findings of that study, and shall identify best practices
regarding law enforcement officer review of BWC footage.
(d) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General
shall request the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), through its
National Research Council, to enter into a contract to:
(i) conduct a study of facial recognition technology, other technologies
using biometric information, and predictive algorithms, with a particular
focus on the use of such technologies and algorithms by law enforcement,
that includes an assessment of how such technologies and algorithms are
used, and any privacy, civil rights, civil liberties, accuracy, or
disparate impact concerns raised by those technologies and algorithms or
their manner of use; and
(ii) publish a report detailing the findings of that study, as well as any
recommendations for the use of or for restrictions on facial recognition
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technologies, other technologies using biometric information, and
predictive algorithms by law enforcement.
(e) The Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and
the Director of OSTP shall jointly lead an interagency process regarding
the use by LEAs of facial recognition technology, other technologies
using biometric information, and predictive algorithms, as well as data
storage and access regarding such technologies, and shall:
(i) ensure that the interagency process addresses safeguarding privacy,
civil rights, and civil liberties, and ensure that any use of such
technologies is regularly assessed for accuracy in the specific deployment
context; does not have a disparate impact on the basis of race, ethnicity,
national origin, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender
identity), or disability; and is consistent with the policy announced in
section 1 of this order;
(ii) coordinate and consult with:
(A) the NAS, including by incorporating and responding to the study
described in subsection (d)(i) of this section;
(B) the Subcommittee on Artificial Intelligence and Law Enforcement
established by section 5104(e) of the National Artificial Intelligence
Initiative Act of 2020 (Division E of Public Law 116-283); and
(C) law enforcement, civil rights, civil liberties, criminal defense, and
data privacy organizations; and
(iii) within 18 months of the date of this order, publish a report that:
(A) identifies best practices, specifically addressing the concerns
identified in subsection (e)(i) of this section;
(B) describes any changes made to relevant policies of Federal LEAs; and
(C) recommends guidelines for Federal, State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs, as well as technology vendors whose goods or services are
procured by the Federal Government, on the use of such technologies,
including electronic discovery obligations regarding the accuracy and
disparate impact of technologies employed in specific cases.
(f) The heads of Federal LEAs shall review the conclusions of the
interagency process described in subsection (e) of this section and,
where appropriate, update each of their respective agency's policies
regarding the use of facial recognition technology, other technologies
using biometric information, and predictive algorithms, as well as data
storage and access regarding such technologies.
Sec. 14. Promoting Comprehensive and Collaborative Responses to Persons
in Behavioral or Mental Health Crisis. (a) Within 180 days of the date
of this order, the Attorney General and the Secretary of HHS, in
coordination with the heads of other agencies and after consultation
with stakeholders, including service providers, nonprofit organizations,
and law enforcement organizations, as appropriate, shall assess and
issue guidance to State, Tribal, local, and territorial officials on
best practices for responding to calls and interacting with persons in
behavioral or mental health crisis or persons who have disabilities.
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(b) The assessment made under subsection (a) of this section shall
draw on existing evidence and include consideration of co-responder
models that pair law enforcement with health or social work
professionals; alternative responder models, such as mobile crisis
response teams for appropriate situations; community-based crisis
centers and the facilitation of post-crisis support services, including
supported housing, assertive community treatment, and peer support
services; the risks associated with administering sedatives and
pharmacological agents such as ketamine outside of a hospital setting to
subdue individuals in behavioral or mental health crisis (including an
assessment of whether the decision to administer such agents should be
made only by individuals licensed to prescribe them); and the Federal
resources, including Medicaid, that can be used to implement the
identified best practices.
Sec. 15. Supporting Alternatives to Arrest and Incarceration and
Enhancing Reentry. (a) There is established a Federal Interagency
Alternatives and Reentry Committee (Committee), to be chaired by the
Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy.
(b) Committee members shall include:
(i) the Secretary of the Treasury;
(ii) the Attorney General;
(iii) the Secretary of the Interior;
(iv) the Secretary of Agriculture;
(v) the Secretary of Commerce;
(vi) the Secretary of Labor;
(vii) the Secretary of HHS;
(viii) the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development;
(ix) the Secretary of Transportation;
(x) the Secretary of Energy;
(xi) the Secretary of Education;
(xii) the Secretary of Veterans Affairs;
(xiii) the Secretary of Homeland Security;
(xiv) the Director of OMB;
(xv) the Administrator of the Small Business Administration;
(xvi) the Counsel to the President;
(xvii) the Chief of Staff to the Vice President;
(xviii) the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers;
(xix) the Director of the National Economic Council;
(xx) the Director of OSTP;
(xxi) the Director of National Drug Control Policy;
(xxii) the Director of the Office of Personnel Management;
(xxiii) the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for National and
Community Service;
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(xxiv) the Executive Director of the Gender Policy Council; and
(xxv) the heads of such other executive departments, agencies, and offices
as the Chair may designate or invite.
(c) The Committee shall consult and coordinate with the DOJ Reentry
Coordination Council, which was formed in compliance with the
requirement of the First Step Act that the Attorney General convene an
interagency effort to coordinate on Federal programs, policies, and
activities relating to the reentry of individuals returning from
incarceration to the community. See sec. 505(a) of the First Step Act.
The Committee may consult with other agencies; Government officials;
outside experts; interested persons; service providers; nonprofit
organizations; law enforcement organizations; and State, Tribal, local,
and territorial governments, as appropriate.
(d) The Committee shall develop and coordinate implementation of an
evidence-informed strategic plan across the Federal Government within
200 days of the date of this order to advance the following goals, with
particular attention to reducing racial, ethnic, and other disparities
in the Nation's criminal justice system:
(i) safely reducing unnecessary criminal justice interactions, including by
advancing alternatives to arrest and incarceration; supporting effective
alternative responses to substance use disorders, mental health needs, the
needs of veterans and people with disabilities, vulnerable youth, people
who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or trafficking, and
people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty; expanding the
availability of diversion and restorative justice programs consistent with
public safety; and recommending effective means of addressing minor traffic
and other public order infractions to avoid unnecessarily taxing law
enforcement resources;
(ii) supporting rehabilitation during incarceration, such as through
educational opportunities, job training, medical and mental health care,
trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment and recovery
support, and continuity of contact with children and other family members;
and
(iii) facilitating reentry into society of people with criminal records,
including by providing support to promote success after incarceration;
sealing or expunging criminal records, as appropriate; and removing
barriers to securing government-issued identification, housing, employment,
occupational licenses, education, health insurance and health care, public
benefits, access to transportation, and the right to vote.
(e) With respect to the goals described in subsections (d)(i) and
(d)(ii) of this section, the Committee's strategic plan shall make
recommendations for State, Tribal, local, and territorial criminal
justice systems. With respect to the goal described in subsection
(d)(iii) of this section, the Committee's strategic plan shall make
recommendations for Federal, State, Tribal, local, and territorial
criminal justice systems, and shall be informed by the Attorney
General's review conducted pursuant to subsection (f) of this section.
Following the 200 days identified in subsection (d) of this section, all
agency participants shall continue to participate in, and provide
regular updates to, the Committee regarding their progress in achieving
the goals described in subsections (d)(i) through (iii) of this section.
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(f) Within 150 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General
shall submit a report to the President that provides a strategic plan to
advance the goals in subsections (d)(ii) and (d)(iii) of this section as
they relate to the Federal criminal justice system. In developing that
strategic plan, the Attorney General shall, as appropriate, consult with
the heads of other relevant agencies to improve the Federal criminal
justice system, while safeguarding the DOJ's independence and
prosecutorial discretion.
(g) The Committee and the Attorney General's efforts pursuant to
this section may incorporate and build upon the report to the Congress
issued pursuant to section 505(b) of the First Step Act. The Committee
may refer the consideration of specific topics to be separately
considered by the DOJ Reentry Coordination Council, with the approval of
the Attorney General.
(h) Within 90 days of the date of this order and annually
thereafter, and after appropriate consultation with the Administrative
Office of the United States Courts, the United States Sentencing
Commission, and the Federal Defender Service, the Attorney General shall
coordinate with the DOJ Reentry Coordination Council and the DOJ Civil
Rights Division to publish a report on the following data, disaggregated
by judicial district:
(i) the resources currently available to individuals on probation or
supervised release, and the additional resources necessary to ensure that
the employment, housing, educational, and reentry needs of offenders are
fulfilled; and
(ii) the number of probationers and supervised releasees revoked, modified,
or reinstated for Grade A, B, and C violations, disaggregated by
demographic data and the mean and median sentence length for each
demographic category.
Sec. 16. Supporting Safe Conditions in Prisons and Jails. (a) For the
duration of the HHS public health emergency declared with respect to
COVID-19, the Attorney General shall continue to implement the core
public health measures, as appropriate, of masking, distancing, testing,
and vaccination in Federal prisons. In addition, the Attorney General
shall undertake, as appropriate, the following actions within 120 days
of the date of this order:
(i) updating Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and United States Marshals
Service (USMS) procedures and protocols, in consultation with the Secretary
of HHS, as appropriate, to facilitate COVID-19 testing of BOP staff and
individuals in BOP custody who are asymptomatic or symptomatic and do not
have known, suspected, or reported exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that
causes COVID-19;
(ii) updating BOP and USMS procedures and protocols, in consultation with
the Secretary of HHS, to identify alternatives consistent with public
health recommendations to the use of facility-wide lockdowns to prevent the
transmission of SARS-CoV-2, or to the use of restrictive housing for
detainees and prisoners who have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 or have
known, suspected, or reported exposure;
(iii) identifying the number of individuals who meet the eligibility
requirements under the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136), the First Step Act,
18 U.S.C. 3582(c), 18 U.S.C. 3622, and 18 U.S.C. 3624, for release as part
of the DOJ's efforts to mitigate the impact and spread of COVID-19; and
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(iv) expanding the sharing and publication of BOP and USMS data, in
consultation with the Secretary of HHS, regarding vaccination, testing,
infections, and fatalities due to COVID-19 among staff, prisoners, and
detainees, in a manner that ensures the thoroughness and accuracy of the
data; protects privacy; and disaggregates the data by race, ethnicity, age,
sex, disability, and facility, after consulting with the White House COVID-
19 Response Team, HHS, and the Equitable Data Working Group established in
Executive Order 13985 of January 20, 2021 (Advancing Racial Equity and
Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government), as
appropriate.
(b) The Attorney General shall take the following actions relating
to other conditions of confinement in Federal detention facilities:
(i) within 180 days of the date of this order, submit a report to the
President detailing steps the DOJ has taken, consistent with applicable
law, to ensure that restrictive housing in Federal detention facilities is
used rarely, applied fairly, and subject to reasonable constraints; to
ensure that individuals in DOJ custody are housed in the least restrictive
setting necessary for their safety and the safety of staff, other prisoners
and detainees, and the public; to house prisoners as close to their
families as practicable; and to ensure the DOJ's full implementation, at a
minimum, of the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (Public Law 108-79) and
the recommendations of the DOJ's January 2016 Report and Recommendations
Concerning the Use of Restrictive Housing; and
(ii) within 240 days of the date of this order, complete a comprehensive
review and transmit a report to the President identifying any planned steps
to address conditions of confinement, including steps designed to improve
the accessibility and quality of medical care (including behavioral and
mental health care), the specific needs of women (including breast and
cervical cancer screening, gynecological and reproductive health care, and
prenatal and postpartum care), the specific needs of juveniles (including
age-appropriate programming), recovery support services (including
substance use disorder treatment and trauma-informed care), and the
environmental conditions for all individuals in BOP and USMS custody.
Sec. 17. Advancing First Step Act Implementation. (a) The Attorney
General is reviewing and updating as appropriate DOJ regulations,
policies, and guidance in order to fully implement the provisions and
intent of the First Step Act, and shall continue to do so consistent
with the policy announced in section 1 of this order. Within 180 days of
the date of this order and annually thereafter, the Attorney General
shall, in consultation with the Director of OMB, submit a report to the
President summarizing:
(i) the rehabilitative purpose for each First Step Act expenditure and
proposal for the prior and current fiscal years, detailing the number of
available and proposed dedicated programming staff and resources, the use
of augmentation among BOP staff, and BOP staffing levels at each facility;
(ii) any additional funding necessary to fully implement the rehabilitative
purpose of the First Step Act, ensure dedicated programming staff for all
prisoners, and address staffing shortages in all BOP facilities; and
(iii) the following information on the BOP's risk assessment tool, Prisoner
Assessment Tool Targeting Estimated Risk and Needs (PATTERN):
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(A) the number of individuals released early due to Earned Time Credits
who were subsequently convicted and sentenced, as defined by United States
Sentencing Guideline sec. 4A1.1(a), in the year following their release,
disaggregated by their PATTERN risk level category of ``Minimum,'' ``Low,''
``Medium,'' or ``High'' at time of release;
(B) an assessment of any disparate impact of PATTERN, including the
weighting of static and dynamic risk factors and of the statutorily
enumerated offenses and prior convictions that render individuals
ineligible to earn time credits; and
(C) a strategic plan and timeline to improve PATTERN, including by
addressing any disparities and developing a needs-based assessment system.
Sec. 18. Collecting Comprehensive Criminal Justice Statistics. (a) The
Attorney General, in consultation with the United States Chief Data
Scientist and the United States Chief Statistician, shall review the
status of State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs transitioning from
the Summary Reporting System to the NIBRS in the FBI's Uniform Crime
Reporting Program, and shall submit a report to the President within 120
days of the date of this order summarizing the status of that transition
for State, Tribal, local, and territorial LEAs and including
recommendations to maximize participation in the NIBRS.
(b) Within 365 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General,
through the Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics, and the
Director of OMB, through the United States Chief Statistician, shall
jointly submit a report to the President detailing what, if any, steps
the agencies will take:
(i) to improve their current data collections, such as the National Crime
Victimization Survey and the Police-Public Contact Survey Supplement,
including how to ensure that such data collections are undertaken and
published annually, and that they include victimization surveys that
measure law enforcement use of force; serious bodily injury or death that
occurs in law enforcement encounters; public trust in law enforcement; and
actual or perceived bias by demographic subgroups defined by race,
ethnicity, and sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity); and
(ii) to improve the Law Enforcement Management and Administrative
Statistics Survey, with a focus on ensuring that such data collections are
undertaken and published regularly and measure law enforcement workforce
data, use of force, public trust in law enforcement, and actual or
perceived bias.
(c) The Equitable Data Working Group established in Executive Order
13985 shall work with the National Science and Technology Council to
create a Working Group on Criminal Justice Statistics (Working Group),
which shall be composed of representatives of the Domestic Policy
Council and the office of the Counsel to the President, the DOJ, OMB,
and OSTP, and which shall, as appropriate, consult with representatives
of the Federal Defender Services; civil rights, civil liberties, data
privacy, and law enforcement organizations; and criminal justice data
scientists.
(i) Within 365 days of the date of this order, the Working Group and the
Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy shall issue a report to the
President that assesses current data collection, use, and data transparency
practices with respect to law enforcement activities, including
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calls for service, searches, stops, frisks, seizures, arrests, complaints,
law enforcement demographics, and civil asset forfeiture.
(ii) Within 365 days of the date of this order, the Working Group shall
assess practices and policies governing the acquisition, use, and oversight
of advanced surveillance and forensic technologies, including commercial
cyber intrusion tools, by Federal, State, Tribal, local, and territorial
law enforcement, and shall include in the report referenced in subsection
(c)(i) of this section recommendations based on this assessment that
promote equitable, transparent, accountable, constitutional, and effective
law enforcement practices.
Sec. 19. Establishing Accreditation Standards. (a) The Attorney General
shall develop and implement methods to promote State, Tribal, local, and
territorial LEAs seeking accreditation by an authorized, independent
credentialing body, including by determining what discretionary grants
shall require that the LEA be accredited or be in the process of
obtaining accreditation.
(b) Within 240 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General
shall develop and publish standards for determining whether an entity is
an authorized, independent credentialing body, including that the entity
requires policies that further the policies in sections 3, 4, and 7
through 10 of this order, and encourages participation in comprehensive
collection and use of police misconduct and use-of-force-data, such as
through the databases provided for in sections 5 and 6 of this order. In
developing such standards, the Attorney General shall also consider the
recommendations of the Final Report of the President's Task Force on
21st Century Policing issued in May 2015. Pending the development of
such standards, the Attorney General shall maintain the current
requirements related to accreditation.
(c) The Attorney General, in formulating standards for accrediting
bodies, shall consult with professional accreditation organizations, law
enforcement organizations, civil rights and community-based
organizations, civilian oversight and accountability groups, and other
appropriate stakeholders. The Attorney General's standards shall ensure
that, in order to qualify as an authorized, independent credentialing
body, the accrediting entity must conduct independent assessments of an
LEA's compliance with applicable standards as part of the accreditation
process and not rely on the LEA's self-certification alone.
Sec. 20. Supporting Safe and Effective Policing Through Grantmaking. (a)
Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General, the
Secretary of HHS, and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall promptly
review and exercise their authority, as appropriate and consistent with
applicable law, to award Federal discretionary grants in a manner that
supports and promotes the adoption of policies of this order by State,
Tribal, local, and territorial governments and LEAs. The Attorney
General, the Secretary of HHS, and the Secretary of Homeland Security
shall also use other incentives outside of grantmaking, such as training
and technical assistance, as appropriate and consistent with applicable
law, to support State, Tribal, local, and territorial governments and
LEAs in adopting the policies in this order.
(b) On September 15, 2021, the Associate Attorney General directed a
review of the DOJ's implementation and administrative enforcement of
Title
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VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. 200d et seq., and of the
nondiscrimination provisions of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe
Streets Act of 1968, 34 U.S.C. 10228, in connection with Federal
financial assistance the DOJ provides, to ensure that the DOJ is
providing sufficient oversight and accountability regarding the
activities of its federally funded recipients.
(i) Within 30 days of the date of this order, and consistent with any other
applicable guidance issued by the Attorney General, the head of every other
Federal agency that provides grants to State, local, and territorial LEAs
shall commence a similar review of its law enforcement-related grantmaking
operations and the activities of its grant recipients.
(ii) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the head of each Federal
agency that provides grants to State, local, and territorial LEAs shall
submit to the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division of
the DOJ, for review under Executive Order 12250 of November 2, 1980
(Leadership and Coordination of Nondiscrimination Laws), a report of its
review conducted pursuant to subsection (b)(i) of this section, including
its conclusions and recommendations. Within 30 days following such review
and clearance from the DOJ pursuant to this subsection, the head of each
such agency shall make the conclusions of its review publicly available, as
appropriate.
Sec. 21. Definitions. For the purposes of this order: (a) ``Federal law
enforcement agency'' or ``Federal LEA'' means an organizational unit or
subunit of the executive branch that employs officers who are authorized
to make arrests and carry firearms, and that is responsible for the
prevention, detection, and investigation of crime or the apprehension of
alleged offenders. The ``heads of all Federal law enforcement agencies''
means the leaders of those units or subunits.
(b) The term ``sustained complaints or records of disciplinary
action'' means an allegation of misconduct that is sustained through a
completed official proceeding, such as an internal affairs or department
disciplinary process.
(c) The term ``serious misconduct'' means excessive force, bias,
discrimination, obstruction of justice, false reports, false statements
under oath, theft, or sexual misconduct.
Sec. 22. Superseding Prior Orders. (a) Executive Order 13809 of August
28, 2017 (Restoring State, Tribal, and Local Law Enforcement's Access to
Life-Saving Equipment and Resources), is revoked. All agencies are
directed, consistent with applicable law, to take prompt action to
rescind any rules, regulations, guidelines, or policies implementing
Executive Order 13809 that are inconsistent with the provisions of this
order.
(b) Executive Order 13929 of June 16, 2020 (Safe Policing for Safe
Communities), is revoked. All agencies are directed, consistent with
applicable law, to take prompt action to rescind any rules, regulations,
guidelines, or policies implementing Executive Order 13929 that are
inconsistent with the provisions of this order.
(c) To the extent that there are other executive orders that may
conflict with or overlap with the provisions in this order, the
provisions of this order supersede any prior Executive Order on these
subjects.
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Sec. 23. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 25, 2022.
Executive Order 14075 of June 15, 2022
Advancing Equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and
Intersex Individuals
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Our Nation has made great strides in fulfilling the
fundamental promises of freedom and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) Americans, owing to the
leadership of generations of LGBTQI+ individuals. In spite of this
historic progress, LGBTQI+ individuals and families still face systemic
discrimination and barriers to full participation in our Nation's
economic and civic life. These disparities and barriers can be the
greatest for transgender people and LGBTQI+ people of color. Today,
unrelenting political and legislative attacks at the State level--on
LGBTQI+ children and families in particular--threaten the civil rights
gains of the last half century and put LGBTQI+ people at risk. These
attacks defy our American values of liberty and dignity, corrode our
democracy, and threaten basic personal safety. They echo the
criminalization that LGBTQI+ people continue to face in some 70
countries around the world. The Federal Government must defend the
rights and safety of LGBTQI+ individuals.
It is therefore the policy of my Administration to combat unlawful
discrimination and eliminate disparities that harm LGBTQI+ individuals
and their families, defend their rights and safety, and pursue a
comprehensive approach to delivering the full promise of equality for
LGBTQI+ individuals, consistent with Executive Order 13988 of January
20, 2021 (Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender
Identity or Sexual Orientation).
The Federal Government must take action to address the significant
disparities that LGBTQI+ youth face in the foster care system, the
misuse of
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State and local child welfare agencies to target LGBTQI+ youth and
families, and the mental health needs of LGBTQI+ youth. My
Administration must safeguard LGBTQI+ youth from dangerous practices
like so-called ``conversion therapy''--efforts to suppress or change an
individual's sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression--
a discredited practice that research indicates can cause significant
harm, including higher rates of suicide-related thoughts and behaviors
by LGBTQI+ youth. The Federal Government must strengthen the supports
for LGBTQI+ students in our Nation's schools and other education and
training programs. It must also address the discrimination and barriers
that LGBTQI+ individuals and families face by expanding access to
comprehensive health care, including reproductive health; protecting the
rights of LGBTQI+ older adults; and preventing and addressing LGBTQI+
homelessness and housing instability. Through these actions, the Federal
Government will help ensure that every person--regardless of who they
are or whom they love--has the opportunity to live freely and with
dignity.
Sec. 2. Addressing Harmful and Discriminatory Legislative Attacks on
LGBTQI+ Children, Youth, and Families. (a) The Secretary of Health and
Human Services (HHS) shall, as appropriate and consistent with
applicable law, use the Department of HHS's authorities to protect
LGBTQI+ individuals' access to medically necessary care from harmful
State and local laws and practices, and shall promote the adoption of
promising policies and practices to support health equity, including in
the area of mental health care, for LGBTQI+ youth and adults. Within 200
days of the date of this order, the Secretary of HHS shall develop and
release sample policies for States to safeguard and expand access to
health care for LGBTQI+ individuals and their families, including mental
health services.
(b) The Secretary of Education shall, as appropriate and consistent
with applicable law, use the Department of Education's authorities to
support LGBTQI+ students, their families, educators, and other school
personnel targeted by harmful State and local laws and practices, and
shall promote the adoption of promising policies and practices to
support the safety, well-being, and rights of LGBTQI+ students. Within
200 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of Education shall
develop and release sample policies for supporting LGBTQI+ students'
well-being and academic success in schools and educational institutions.
Sec. 3. Addressing Exposure to So-Called Conversion Therapy. (a) The
Secretary of HHS shall establish an initiative to reduce the risk of
youth exposure to so-called conversion therapy. As part of that
initiative, the Secretary of HHS shall, as appropriate and consistent
with applicable law:
(i) consider whether to issue guidance clarifying for HHS programs and
services agencies that so-called conversion therapy does not meet criteria
for use in federally funded health and human services programs;
(ii) increase public awareness of the harms and risks associated with so-
called conversion therapy for LGBTQI+ youth and their families;
(iii) increase the availability of technical assistance and training to
health care and social service providers on evidence-informed promising
practices for supporting the health, including mental health, of LGBTQI+
youth, and on the dangers of so-called conversion therapy; and
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(iv) seek funding opportunities for providers of evidence-based trauma-
informed services to better support survivors of so-called conversion
therapy.
(b) The Federal Trade Commission is encouraged to consider whether
so-called conversion therapy constitutes an unfair or deceptive act or
practice, and to issue such consumer warnings or notices as may be
appropriate.
(c) To address so-called conversion therapy around the world, within
180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of State, in
collaboration with the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of HHS,
and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International
Development, shall develop an action plan to promote an end to its use
around the world. In developing the action plan, the Secretary of State
shall consider the use of United States foreign assistance programs and
the United States voice and vote in multilateral development banks and
international development institutions of which the United States is a
shareholder or donor to take appropriate steps to prevent the use of so-
called conversion therapy, as well as to help ensure that United States
foreign assistance programs do not use foreign assistance funds for so-
called conversion therapy. To further critical data collection, the
Secretary of State shall instruct all United States Embassies and
Missions worldwide to submit additional information on the practice and
incidence of so-called conversion therapy as part of the Country Reports
on Human Rights Practices.
Sec. 4. Promoting Family Counseling and Support of LGBTQI+ Youth as a
Public Health Priority of the United States. (a) ``Family counseling and
support programs'' are defined for the purposes of this order as
voluntary programs in which families and service providers may elect to
participate that seek to prevent or reduce behaviors associated with
family rejection of LGBTQI+ youth by providing developmentally
appropriate support, counseling, or information to parents, families,
caregivers, child welfare and school personnel, or health care
professionals on how to support an LGBTQI+ youth's safety and well-
being.
(b) The Secretary of HHS shall seek to expand the availability of
family counseling and support programs in federally funded health, human
services, and child welfare programs by:
(i) considering whether to issue guidance regarding the extent to which
Federal funding under Title IV-B and IV-E of the Social Security Act, 42
U.S.C. Ch. 7, may be used to provide family counseling and support
programs;
(ii) considering funding opportunities for programs that implement family
counseling and support models;
(iii) considering opportunities through the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health to increase Federal
research into the impacts of family rejection and family support on the
mental health and long-term well-being of LGBTQI+ individuals; and
(iv) ensuring that HHS data, investments, resources, and partnerships
related to the CDC Adverse Childhood Experiences program address the
disparities faced by LGBTQI+ children and youth.
Sec. 5. Addressing Discrimination and Barriers Faced by LGBTQI+
Children, Youth, Parents, Caretakers, and Families in the Child Welfare
System
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and Juvenile Justice Systems. (a) The Secretary of HHS shall consider
how to use the Department's authorities to strengthen non-discrimination
protections on the basis of sex, including sexual orientation, gender
identity, and sex characteristics, in its programs and services,
consistent with Executive Order 13988 and applicable legal requirements.
(b) The Secretary of HHS shall direct the Assistant Secretary for
Family Support to establish an initiative to partner with State child
welfare agencies to help address and eliminate disparities in the child
welfare system experienced by LGBTQI+ children, parents, and caregivers,
including: the over-representation of LGBTQI+ youth in the child welfare
system, including over-representation in congregate placements;
disproportionately high rates of abuse, and placements in unsupportive
or hostile environments faced by LGBTQI+ youth in foster care;
disproportionately high rates of homelessness faced by LGBTQI+ youth who
exit foster care; and discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ parents, kin, and
foster and adoptive families. The initiative, as appropriate and
consistent with applicable law, shall also take actions to:
(i) seek funding opportunities for programs and services that improve
outcomes for LGBTQI+ children in the child welfare system;
(ii) provide increased training and technical assistance to State child
welfare agencies and child welfare personnel on promising practices to
support LGBTQI+ youth in foster care and LGBTQI+ parents and caregivers;
(iii) develop sample policies for supporting LGBTQI+ children, parents, and
caregivers in the child welfare system;
(iv) promote equity and inclusion for LGBTQI+ foster and adoptive parents
in their interactions with the child welfare system;
(v) evaluate the rate of child removals from LGBTQI+ families of origin, in
particular families that include LGBTQI+ women of color, and develop
proposals to address any disproportionate rates of child removals faced by
such families;
(vi) assess and improve the responsible collection and use of data on
sexual orientation and gender identity in the child welfare system to
measure and address inequities faced by LGBTQI+ children, parents, and
caregivers, while safeguarding the privacy, safety, and civil rights of
LGBTQI+ youth; and
(vii) advance policies that help to prevent the placement of LGBTQI+ youth
in foster and congregate care environments that will be hostile to their
gender identity or sexual orientation.
(c) The Attorney General shall establish a clearinghouse within the
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention to provide
effective training, technical assistance, and other resources for
jurisdictions seeking to better serve LGBTQI+ youth using a continuum-
of-care framework. The clearinghouse shall include juvenile justice and
delinquency prevention programs addressing the needs, including mental
health needs, of LGBTQI+ youth.
Sec. 6. Reviewing Eligibility Standards for Federal Benefits and
Programs. (a) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary
of HHS shall conduct a study on the impact that current Federal
statutory and regulatory
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eligibility standards have on the ability of LGBTQI+ and other
households as determined by the Secretary to access Federal benefits and
programs for families, and shall produce a public report with findings
and recommendations that could increase LGBTQI+ and such other
households' participation in and eligibility for Federal benefits and
programs for families.
(b) Within 100 days of the release of the recommendations required
by subsection (a) of this section, the Director of the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) shall coordinate with executive departments
and agencies (agencies) that administer programs that establish
eligibility standards for participation by families to complete a review
of agencies' current eligibility standards for families. Such agencies
shall seek opportunities, consistent with applicable law, to adopt more
inclusive eligibility standards in line with the recommendations in the
report produced pursuant to subsection (a) of this section.
Sec. 7. Safeguarding Access to Health Care and Other Health Supports for
LGBTQI+ Individuals. The Secretary of HHS shall establish an initiative
to address the health disparities facing LGBTQI+ youth and adults, take
steps to prevent LGBTQI+ suicide, and address the barriers and
exclusionary policies that LGBTQI+ individuals and families face in
accessing quality, affordable, comprehensive health care, including
mental health care, reproductive health care, and HIV prevention and
treatment. As part of that initiative, the Secretary of HHS shall, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law:
(a) seek funding opportunities related to health, including mental
health, for LGBTQI+ individuals, especially youth, including resources
for the Nation's suicide prevention and crisis support services to
support LGBTQI+ individuals;
(b) promote expanded access to comprehensive health care for LGBTQI+
individuals, including by working with States on expanding access to
gender-affirming care;
(c) issue guidance through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for
Health, within 100 days of the date of this order, on providing
evidence-informed mental health care and substance use treatment and
support services for LGBTQI+ youth; and
(d) develop and issue a report, within 1 year of the date of this
order, and after consultation with medical experts, medical
associations, and individuals with lived expertise, on promising
practices for advancing health equity for intersex individuals.
Sec. 8. Supporting LGBTQI+ Students in our Nation's Schools and
Educational Institutions. The Secretary of Education shall establish a
Working Group on LGBTQI+ Students and Families, which shall lead an
initiative to address discrimination against LGBTQI+ students and
strengthen supports for LGBTQI+ students and families. Through that
Working Group, the Secretary of Education shall, as appropriate and
consistent with applicable law:
(a) review, revise, develop, and promote guidance, technical
assistance, training, promising practices, and sample policies for
States, school districts, and other educational institutions to promote
safe and inclusive learning environments in which all LGBTQI+ students
thrive and to address bullying of LGBTQI+ students;
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(b) identify promising practices for helping to ensure that school-
based health services and supports, especially mental health services,
are accessible to and supportive of LGBTQI+ students;
(c) seek funding opportunities for grantees and programs that will
improve educational and health outcomes, especially mental health
outcomes, for LGBTQI+ students and other underserved students; and
(d) seek to strengthen supportive services for LGBTQI+ students and
families experiencing homelessness, including those provided by the
National Center for Homeless Education.
Sec. 9. Preventing and Ending LGBTQI+ Homelessness and Housing
Instability. (a) The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
shall establish a Working Group on LGBTQI+ Homelessness and Housing
Equity, which shall lead an initiative that aims to prevent and address
homelessness and housing instability among LGBTQI+ individuals,
including youth, and households. As part of that initiative, the
Secretary of HUD shall, as appropriate and consistent with applicable
law:
(i) identify and address barriers to housing faced by LGBTQI+ individuals,
including youth, and families that place them at high risk of housing
instability and homelessness;
(ii) provide guidance and technical assistance to HUD contractors,
grantees, and programs on effectively and respectfully serving LGBTQI+
individuals, including youth, and families;
(iii) develop and provide guidance, sample policies, technical assistance,
and training to Continuums of Care, established pursuant to HUD's Continuum
of Care Program; homeless service providers; and housing providers to
improve services and outcomes for LGBTQI+ individuals, including youth, and
families who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness, and to ensure
compliance with the Fair Housing Act, 42 U.S.C. 3601 et seq., and HUD's
2012 and 2016 Equal Access Rules; and
(iv) seek funding opportunities, including through the Youth Homelessness
Demonstration Program, for culturally appropriate services that address
barriers to housing for LGBTQI+ individuals, including youth, and families,
and the high rates of LGBTQI+ youth homelessness.
(b) The Secretary of HHS, through the Assistant Secretary for Family
Support, shall, as appropriate and consistent with applicable law:
(i) use agency guidance, training, and technical assistance to implement
non-discrimination protections on the basis of sexual orientation and
gender identity in programs established pursuant to the Runaway and
Homeless Youth Act (Public Law 110-378), and ensure that such programs
address LGBTQI+ youth homelessness; and
(ii) coordinate with youth advisory boards funded through the Runaway and
Homeless Youth Training and Technical Assistance Center and the National
Runaway Safeline to seek input from LGBTQI+ youth who have experienced
homelessness on improving federally funded services and programs.
Sec. 10. Strengthening Supports for LGBTQI+ Older Adults. The Secretary
of HHS shall address discrimination, social isolation, and health
disparities faced by LGBTQI+ older adults, including by:
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(a) developing and publishing guidance on non-discrimination
protections on the basis of sex, including sexual orientation, gender
identity, and sex characteristics, and other rights of LGBTQI+ older
adults in long-term care settings;
(b) developing and publishing a document parallel to the guidance
required by subsection (a) of this section in plain language, titled
``Bill of Rights for LGBTQI+ Older Adults,'' to support LGBTQI+ older
adults and providers in understanding the rights of LGBTQI+ older adults
in long-term care settings;
(c) considering whether to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to
clarify that LGBTQI+ individuals are included in the definition of
``greatest social need'' for purposes of targeting outreach, service
provision, and funding under the Older Americans Act, 42 U.S.C. 3001 et
seq.; and
(d) considering ways to improve and increase appropriate data
collection on sexual orientation and gender identity in surveys on older
adults, including by providing technical assistance to States on the
collection of such data.
Sec. 11. Promoting Inclusive and Responsible Federal Data Collection
Practices. (a) Advancing equity and full inclusion for LGBTQI+
individuals requires that the Federal Government use evidence and data
to measure and address the disparities that LGBTQI+ individuals,
families, and households face, while safeguarding privacy, security, and
civil rights.
(b) To advance the responsible and effective collection and use of
data on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics
(SOGI data), the Co-Chairs of the Interagency Working Group on Equitable
Data established in Executive Order 13985 of January 20, 2021 (Advancing
Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the
Federal Government), shall, within 30 days of the date of this order,
establish a subcommittee on SOGI data to coordinate with agencies on
strengthening the Federal Government's collection of SOGI data to
advance equity for LGBTQI+ individuals. Within 120 days of the date of
this order, the subcommittee shall, in coordination with the Director of
OMB, develop and release a Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+ Equity,
which shall:
(i) describe disparities faced by LGBTQI+ individuals that could be better
understood through Federal statistics and data collection;
(ii) identify, in coordination with agency Statistical Officials, Chief
Science Officers, Chief Data Officers, and Evaluation Officers, Federal
data collections where improved SOGI data collection may be important for
advancing the Federal Government's ability to measure disparities facing
LGBTQI+ individuals; and
(iii) identify practices for all agencies engaging in SOGI data collection
to follow in order to safeguard privacy, security, and civil rights,
including with regard to appropriate and robust practices of consent for
the collection of this data and restrictions on its use or transfer.
(c) Within 200 days of the date of this order, the head of each
agency that conducts relevant programs or statistical surveys related to
the Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+ Equity shall submit to the Co-
Chairs of the Interagency Working Group on Equitable Data a SOGI Data
Action Plan, which shall detail how the agency plans to use SOGI data to
advance equity for LGBTQI+ individuals and shall identify how the agency
plans to
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implement the recommendations in the Federal Evidence Agenda on LGBTQI+
Equity.
(d) To support implementation of agency SOGI Data Action Plans, the
head of each agency shall include in the agency's annual budget
submission to the Director of OMB a request for any necessary funding
increases to support improved SOGI data practices.
(e) Within 180 days of the date of this order, to support agencies
in appropriately collecting and using SOGI data, the Director of OMB,
through the Chief Statistician of the United States, shall publish a
report with recommendations for agencies on the best practices for the
collection of SOGI data on Federal statistical surveys, including
strategies to preserve data privacy and safety.
(f) On an annual basis, the Director of OMB, through the Chief
Statistician of the United States, shall evaluate the efficacy of SOGI
data practices across agencies, and shall consider whether to update
reports, guidance, or directives based upon the latest evidence and
research as needed.
Sec. 12. Reporting. Within 1 year of the date of this order:
(a) The Attorney General shall submit a report to the President
through the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy (APDP)
detailing progress in implementing section 5 of this order;
(b) The Secretary of HHS shall submit a report to the President
through the APDP detailing progress in implementing sections 2 through 7
and 9 through 11 of this order;
(c) The Secretary of Education shall submit a report to the
President through the APDP detailing progress in implementing sections
2, 8, and 11 of this order;
(d) The Secretary of HUD shall submit a report to the President
through the APDP detailing progress in implementing sections 9 and 11 of
this order;
(e) The Secretary of State shall submit a report to the President
through the APDP detailing progress in implementing section 3 of this
order;
(f) The Director of OMB shall submit a report to the President
through the APDP detailing progress in implementing sections 6 and 11 of
this order; and
(g) The Director of OMB, through the Chief Statistician of the
United States, shall submit a report to the President through the APDP
detailing progress in implementing section 11 of this order.
Sec. 13. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party
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against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its
officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
June 15, 2022.
Executive Order 14076 of July 8, 2022
Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Nearly 50 years ago, Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113
(1973), articulated the United States Constitution's protection of
women's fundamental right to make reproductive healthcare decisions.
These deeply private decisions should not be subject to government
interference. Yet today, fundamental rights--to privacy, autonomy,
freedom, and equality--have been denied to millions of women across the
country.
Eliminating the right recognized in Roe has already had and will
continue to have devastating implications for women's health and public
health more broadly. Access to reproductive healthcare services is now
threatened for millions of Americans, and especially for those who live
in States that are banning or severely restricting abortion care.
Women's health clinics are being forced to close--including clinics that
offer other preventive healthcare services such as contraception--
leaving many communities without access to critical reproductive
healthcare services. Women seeking abortion care--especially those in
low-income, rural, and other underserved communities--now have to travel
to jurisdictions where services remain legal notwithstanding the cost or
risks.
In the face of this health crisis, the Federal Government is taking
action to protect healthcare service delivery and promote access to
critical reproductive healthcare services, including abortion. It
remains the policy of my Administration to support women's right to
choose and to protect and defend reproductive rights. Doing so is
essential to justice, equality, and our health, safety, and progress as
a Nation.
Sec. 2. Definitions. (a) The term ``agency'' means any authority of the
United States that is an ``agency'' under 44 U.S.C. 3502(1), other than
one considered to be an independent regulatory agency, as defined in 44
U.S.C. 3502(5).
(b) The term ``reproductive healthcare services'' means medical,
surgical, counseling, or referral services relating to the human
reproductive system, including services relating to pregnancy or the
termination of a pregnancy.
Sec. 3. Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services. (a)
Within 30 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of Health and
Human Services shall submit a report to the President:
(i) identifying potential actions:
(A) to protect and expand access to abortion care, including medication
abortion; and
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(B) to otherwise protect and expand access to the full range of
reproductive healthcare services, including actions to enhance family
planning services such as access to emergency contraception;
(ii) identifying ways to increase outreach and education about access to
reproductive healthcare services, including by launching a public awareness
initiative to provide timely and accurate information about such access,
which shall:
(A) share information about how to obtain free or reduced cost
reproductive healthcare services through Health Resources and Services
Administration-Funded Health Centers, Title X clinics, and other providers;
and
(B) include promoting awareness of and access to the full range of
contraceptive services, as well as know-your-rights information for those
seeking or providing reproductive healthcare services; and
(iii) identifying steps to ensure that all patients--including pregnant
women and those experiencing pregnancy loss, such as miscarriages and
ectopic pregnancies--receive the full protections for emergency medical
care afforded under the law, including by considering updates to current
guidance on obligations specific to emergency conditions and stabilizing
care under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, 42 U.S.C. 1395dd,
and providing data from the Department of Health and Human Services
concerning implementation of these efforts.
(b) To promote access to reproductive healthcare services, the
Attorney General and the Counsel to the President shall convene a
meeting of private pro bono attorneys, bar associations, and public
interest organizations in order to encourage lawyers to represent and
assist patients, providers, and third parties lawfully seeking these
services throughout the country.
Sec. 4. Protecting Privacy, Safety, and Security. (a) To address
potential heightened safety and security risks related to the provision
of reproductive healthcare services, the Attorney General and the
Secretary of Homeland Security shall consider actions, as appropriate
and consistent with applicable law, to ensure the safety of patients,
providers, and third parties, and to protect the security of clinics
(including mobile clinics), pharmacies, and other entities providing,
dispensing, or delivering reproductive and related healthcare services.
(b) To address the potential threat to patient privacy caused by the
transfer and sale of sensitive health-related data and by digital
surveillance related to reproductive healthcare services, and to protect
people seeking reproductive health services from fraudulent schemes or
deceptive practices:
(i) The Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is encouraged to
consider actions, as appropriate and consistent with applicable law
(including the Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.), to
protect consumers' privacy when seeking information about and provision of
reproductive healthcare services.
(ii) The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall consider actions,
including providing guidance under the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act, Public Law 104-191, 110 Stat. 1936 (1996) as amended by
Public Law 111-5, 123 Stat. 115 (2009), and any other statutes as
appropriate, to strengthen the protection of sensitive information
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related to reproductive healthcare services and bolster patient-provider
confidentiality.
(iii) The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall, in consultation
with the Attorney General, consider actions to educate consumers on how
best to protect their health privacy and limit the collection and sharing
of their sensitive health-related information.
(iv) The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall, in consultation with
the Attorney General and the Chair of the FTC, consider options to address
deceptive or fraudulent practices related to reproductive healthcare
services, including online, and to protect access to accurate information.
Sec. 5. Coordinating Implementation Efforts. (a) The Secretary of Health
and Human Services and the Director of the Gender Policy Council shall
establish and co-chair an Interagency Task Force on Reproductive
Healthcare Access (Task Force). Additional members shall include the
Attorney General and the heads of other agencies as determined by the
Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Director of the Gender
Policy Council. The Task Force shall work to identify and coordinate
activities to protect and strengthen access to essential reproductive
healthcare services. In addition, the Task Force shall coordinate
Federal interagency policymaking, program development, and outreach
efforts to address barriers that individuals and entities may face in
seeking and providing reproductive healthcare services. The Department
of Health and Human Services shall provide funding and administrative
support as may be necessary for the performance and functions of the
Task Force.
(b) The Attorney General shall provide technical assistance, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law, concerning Federal
constitutional protections to States seeking to afford legal protection
to out-of-State patients and providers who offer legal reproductive
healthcare.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 8, 2022.
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Executive Order 14077 of July 15, 2022
Establishing an Emergency Board To Investigate Disputes Between Certain
Railroads Represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of
the National Railway Labor Conference and Their Employees Represented by
Certain Labor Organizations
Disputes exist between certain railroads represented by the National
Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference
and their employees represented by certain labor organizations. The
railroads and labor organizations involved in these disputes are
designated on the attached list, which is made part of this order.
The disputes have not heretofore been adjusted under the provisions of
the Railway Labor Act, as amended, 45 U.S.C. 151-188 (RLA).
I have been notified by the National Mediation Board that in its
judgment these disputes threaten substantially to interrupt interstate
commerce to a degree that would deprive a section of the country of
essential transportation service.
NOW, THEREFORE, by the authority vested in me as President by the
Constitution and the laws of the United States, including section 10 of
the RLA (45 U.S.C. 160), it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Emergency Board (Board). There is
established, effective 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on July 18,
2022, a Board composed of a chair and two other members, all of whom
shall be appointed by the President to investigate and report on these
disputes. No member shall be pecuniarily or otherwise interested in any
organization of railroad employees or any carrier. The Board shall
perform its functions subject to the availability of funds.
Sec. 2. Report. The Board shall report to the President with respect to
the disputes within 30 days of its creation.
Sec. 3. Maintaining Conditions. As provided by section 10 of the RLA,
from the date of the creation of the Board and for 30 days after the
Board has submitted its report to the President, no change in the
conditions out of which the disputes arose shall be made by the parties
to the controversy, except by agreement of the parties.
Sec. 4. Records Maintenance. The records and files of the Board are
records of the Office of the President and upon the Board's termination
shall be maintained in the physical custody of the National Mediation
Board.
Sec. 5. Expiration. The Board shall terminate upon the submission of the
report provided for in section 2 of this order.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 15, 2022.
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Executive Order 14078 of July 19, 2022
Bolstering Efforts To Bring Hostages and Wrongfully Detained United
States Nationals Home
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the Robert Levinson
Hostage Recovery and Hostage-taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741
et seq.) (Levinson Act), the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
(50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (NEA), section 212(f) of the Immigration and
Nationality Act of 1952 (8 U.S.C. 1182(f)), and section 301 of title 3,
United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, find
that hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United States
nationals are heinous acts that undermine the rule of law. Terrorist
organizations, criminal groups, and other malicious actors who take
hostages for financial, political, or other gain--as well as foreign
states that engage in the practice of wrongful detention, including for
political leverage or to seek concessions from the United States--
threaten the integrity of the international political system and the
safety of United States nationals and other persons abroad. I therefore
determine that hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United
States nationals abroad constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat
to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United
States. I hereby declare a national emergency to deal with this threat.
The United States Government must redouble its efforts at home and with
partners abroad to deter these practices and to secure the release of
those held as hostages or wrongfully detained. Processes established
under Executive Order 13698 of June 24, 2015 (Hostage Recovery
Activities) and Presidential Policy Directive 30 of June 24, 2015 (U.S.
Nationals Taken Hostage Abroad and Personnel Recovery Efforts) (PPD-30)
have facilitated close interagency coordination on efforts to secure the
safe release of United States nationals taken hostage abroad, including
engagement with the families of hostages and support of diplomatic
engagement with partners abroad. This order reinforces the roles,
responsibilities, and commitments contained in those directives and
seeks to ensure that--as with hostage recovery activities--interagency
coordination, family engagement, and diplomatic tools are enshrined in
United States Government efforts to secure the safe release and return
of United States nationals wrongfully detained by foreign state actors.
This order also reinforces tools to deter and to impose tangible
consequences on those responsible for, or complicit in, hostage-taking
or the wrongful detention of a United States national abroad.
Accordingly, I hereby order:
Section 1. Executive Order 13698 and PPD-30 shall continue to apply to
United States hostage recovery activities. Nothing in this order shall
alter the responsibilities of the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell (HRFC),
the Hostage Response Group (HRG), or the Special Presidential Envoy for
Hostage Affairs (SPEHA), established by Executive Order 13698, with
respect to hostage recovery activities under Executive Order 13698 or
PPD-30. Nor shall this order alter the scope of PPD-30, which applies to
both suspected
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and confirmed hostage-takings in which a United States national is
abducted or held outside of the United States, as well as to other
hostage-takings occurring abroad in which the United States has a
national interest, but does not apply if a foreign government confirms
that it has detained a United States national.
Sec. 2. (a) The HRG shall, in coordination with the National Security
Council's regional directorates as appropriate, convene on a regular
basis and as needed at the request of the National Security Council to
work to secure the safe release of United States nationals held hostage
or wrongfully detained abroad.
(b) The HRG, in support of the Deputies Committee of the National
Security Council and consistent with the process outlined in National
Security Memorandum 2 of February 4, 2021 (Renewing the National
Security Council System), or any successor memorandum, shall:
(i) identify and recommend options and strategies to the President through
the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs to secure the
recovery of hostages or the return of wrongfully detained United States
nationals;
(ii) coordinate the development and implementation of policies, strategies,
and procedures for the recovery of hostages or the return of wrongfully
detained United States nationals;
(iii) coordinate and deconflict policy guidance, strategies, and activities
that potentially affect the recovery or welfare of United States nationals
held hostage or the return or welfare of United States nationals wrongfully
detained abroad, including reviewing proposed recovery or return options;
(iv) receive regular updates from the HRFC, the Office of the SPEHA, and
other executive departments and agencies (agencies), as the HRG deems
appropriate, on the status of United States nationals being held hostage or
wrongfully detained abroad and measures being taken to effect safe
releases;
(v) receive regular updates from the Department of State on all new
wrongful detention determinations; and
(vi) where higher-level guidance is required, make recommendations to the
Deputies Committee of the National Security Council.
Sec. 3. (a) The SPEHA shall report to the Secretary of State on a
regular basis and as needed to advance efforts to secure the safe
release of United States nationals wrongfully detained abroad.
(b) The SPEHA shall, as appropriate and consistent with applicable
law:
(i) coordinate diplomatic engagements and strategy regarding hostage and
wrongful detention cases, in coordination with the HRFC and relevant
agencies, as appropriate and consistent with policy guidance communicated
through the HRG;
(ii) share information, including information acquired during consular
interactions and engagements, regarding wrongful detention cases with
relevant agencies to facilitate close interagency coordination;
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(iii) draw on the experience and expertise of the HRFC to support efforts
to return wrongfully detained United States nationals, including by
providing support and assistance to the families of those wrongfully
detained;
(iv) develop and regularly update, in coordination with relevant agencies,
strategies for wrongful detention cases for review by the HRG;
(v) ensure, in coordination with the Office of the Director of National
Intelligence, that relevant agencies have access to necessary information,
including intelligence information, on wrongful detention cases to inform
strategies and options; and
(vi) share, in coordination with the Office of the Director of National
Intelligence, relevant information, including intelligence information, on
developments in wrongful detention cases with the families of wrongfully
detained United States nationals, in a timely manner, as appropriate and
consistent with the protection of sources and methods.
(c) To ensure that the United States Government provides a
coordinated, effective, and supportive response to wrongful detentions,
the Secretary of State shall identify adequate resources to enable the
SPEHA to:
(i) ensure that all interactions by executive branch officials with the
family of a wrongfully detained United States national occur in a
coordinated fashion and that the family receives consistent and accurate
information from the United States Government, as appropriate and
consistent with applicable law;
(ii) provide support and assistance to wrongfully detained United States
nationals and their families throughout their detention, including through
coordination with the HRFC, as appropriate and consistent with applicable
law; and
(iii) provide support and assistance to United States nationals upon their
return to the United States from wrongful detention, including through
coordination with the HRFC and the Department of Health and Human Services,
as appropriate and consistent with applicable law.
Sec. 4. The SPEHA, in coordination with the HRG, the HRFC, and relevant
agencies, as appropriate, shall identify and recommend options and
strategies to the President through the Assistant to the President for
National Security Affairs to reduce the likelihood of United States
nationals being held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad. The options
shall seek to counter and deter hostage-takings and wrongful detentions
by terrorist organizations, foreign governments, and other actors by
imposing costs on those who participate in, support, or facilitate such
conduct. The strategies shall seek to deter any effort to engage in
hostage-taking or the wrongful detention of United States nationals
abroad through cooperation with like-minded foreign governments and
organizations.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of State shall publicly or privately designate or
identify officials of foreign governments who are involved, directly or
indirectly, in wrongful detentions, as appropriate and consistent with
applicable law, including section 7031(c) of the Department of State,
Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2022
(Division K of Public Law 117-103).
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Sec. 6. (a) All property and interests in property of the following
persons that are in the United States, that hereafter come within the
United States, or that are or hereafter come within the possession or
control of any United States person, are blocked and may not be
transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn, or otherwise dealt in:
(i) any foreign person determined by the Secretary of State, in
consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Attorney General:
(A) to be responsible for or complicit in, to have directly or indirectly
engaged in, or to be responsible for ordering, controlling, or otherwise
directing, the hostage-taking of a United States national or the wrongful
detention of a United States national abroad;
(B) to have attempted to engage in any activity described in subsection
(a)(i)(A) of this section; or
(C) to be or have been a leader or official of an entity that has engaged
in, or whose members have engaged in, any of the activities described in
subsections (a)(i)(A) or (a)(i)(B) of this section relating to the leader's
or official's tenure;
(ii) any foreign person determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in
consultation with the Secretary of State and the Attorney General:
(A) to have materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial,
material, or technological support for, or goods or services to or in
support of:
(1) any activity described in subsection (a)(i)(A) of this
section; or
(2) any person whose property and interests in property are
blocked pursuant to this order;
(B) to be owned, controlled, or directed by, or to have acted or
purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person
whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to this
order; or
(C) to have attempted to engage in any activity described in subsection
(a)(ii)(A) of this section.
(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section apply except
to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations, orders,
directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this order, and
notwithstanding any contract entered into or any license or permit
granted prior to the date of this order.
Sec. 7. (a) The unrestricted immigrant and nonimmigrant entry into the
United States of noncitizens determined to meet one or more of the
criteria set forth in section 6(a) of this order would be detrimental to
the interests of the United States, and the entry of such persons into
the United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, is hereby suspended,
except when the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland
Security, as appropriate, determines that the person's entry would not
be contrary to the interests of the United States, including when the
Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security, as
appropriate, so determines, based on a recommendation of the Attorney
General, that the person's entry would further important United States
law enforcement objectives.
(b) The Secretary of State shall implement this authority as it
applies to visas pursuant to such procedures as the Secretary of State,
in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security, may establish.
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(c) The Secretary of Homeland Security shall implement this order as
it applies to the entry of noncitizens pursuant to such procedures as
the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Secretary
of State, may establish.
(d) Such persons shall be treated by this section in the same manner
as persons covered by section 1 of Proclamation 8693 of July 24, 2011
(Suspension of Entry of Aliens Subject to United Nations Security
Council Travel Bans and International Emergency Economic Powers Act
Sanctions).
Sec. 8. I hereby determine that the making of donations of the types of
articles specified in section 203(b)(2) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2))
by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose property and interests in
property are blocked pursuant to this order would seriously impair my
ability to deal with the national emergency declared in this order, and
I hereby prohibit such donations as provided by section 6 of this order.
Sec. 9. (a) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of
evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate any
of the prohibitions set forth in this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set
forth in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 10. For those persons whose property and interests in property are
blocked pursuant to this order who might have a constitutional presence
in the United States, I find that because of the ability to transfer
funds or other assets instantaneously, prior notice to such persons of
measures to be taken pursuant to this order would render those measures
ineffectual. I therefore determine that for these measures to be
effective in addressing the national emergency declared in this order,
there need be no prior notice of a listing or determination made
pursuant to section 6 of this order.
Sec. 11. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is authorized to take such actions, including the
promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers granted
to the President by IEEPA as may be necessary to carry out the purposes
of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may, consistent with
applicable law, redelegate any of these functions within the Department
of the Treasury. All agencies of the United States Government shall take
all appropriate measures within their authority to carry out the
provisions of this order.
Sec. 12. Nothing in this order shall prohibit transactions for the
conduct of the official business of the United States Government by
employees, grantees, or contractors thereof.
Sec. 13. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to submit recurring and final
reports to the Congress on the national emergency declared in this
order, consistent with section 401(c) of the NEA (50 U.S.C. 1642(c)) and
section 204(c) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1703(c)).
Sec. 14. For purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust,
joint venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(b) the term ``foreign person'' means any citizen or national of a
foreign state (including any such individual who is also a citizen or
national of the United States, provided such individual does not reside
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States) or any entity not organized solely under the laws of the United
States or existing solely in the United States;
(c) the term ``hostage-taking'' has the same meaning as provided in
PPD-30, which is the unlawful abduction or holding of a person or
persons against their will in order to compel a third person or
governmental organization to do or to abstain from doing any act as a
condition for the release of the person detained;
(d) the term ``noncitizen'' means any person who is not a citizen or
noncitizen national of the United States;
(e) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(f) the term ``United States national'' means:
(i) a ``national of the United States'' as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(22)
or 8 U.S.C. 1408; or
(ii) a lawful permanent resident with significant ties to the United
States;
(g) the term ``United States person'' means any United States
citizen, lawful permanent resident, entity organized under the laws of
the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States
(including foreign branches), or any person in the United States; and
(h) the term ``wrongful detention'' means a detention that the
Secretary of State has determined to be wrongful consistent with section
302(a) of the Levinson Act.
Sec. 15. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 19, 2022.
Executive Order 14079 of August 3, 2022
Securing Access to Reproductive and Other Healthcare Services
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
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Section 1. Policy. On July 8, 2022, following a decision by the Supreme
Court to overrule Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), I signed Executive
Order 14076 (Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services). As
that order recognized, eliminating the right recognized in Roe has had
and will continue to have devastating implications for women's health
and public health more broadly.
Following that order, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
has taken critical steps to address those effects. These steps include
clarifying the obligation of hospitals and providers under the Emergency
Medical Treatment and Labor Act, 42 U.S.C. 1395dd, to provide to
patients presenting at an emergency department with an emergency medical
condition stabilizing care, including an abortion, if that care is
necessary to stabilize their emergency medical condition, and issuing
guidance to the Nation's retail pharmacies on their obligations under
Federal civil rights laws--including section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act, 29 U.S.C. 794, and section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, 42
U.S.C. 18116--to ensure equal access to comprehensive reproductive and
other healthcare services, including for women who are experiencing
miscarriages.
However, the continued advancement of restrictive abortion laws in
States across the country has created legal uncertainty and disparate
access to reproductive healthcare services depending on where a person
lives, putting patients, providers, and third parties at risk and
fueling confusion for hospitals and healthcare providers, including
pharmacies. There have been numerous reports of women denied health- and
life-saving emergency care, as providers fearful of legal reprisal delay
necessary treatment for patients until their conditions worsen to
dangerous levels. There are also reports of women of reproductive age
being denied prescription medication at pharmacies--including medication
that is used to treat stomach ulcers, lupus, arthritis, and cancer--due
to concerns that these medications, some of which can be used in
medication abortions, could be used to terminate a pregnancy.
Reportedly, a healthcare provider, citing a State law restricting
abortion, even temporarily stopped providing emergency contraception.
As it remains the policy of my Administration to support women's access
to reproductive healthcare services, including their ability to travel
to seek abortion care in States where it is legal, I am directing my
Administration to take further action to protect access to reproductive
healthcare services and to address the crisis facing women's health and
public health more broadly.
Sec. 2. Definition. The term ``reproductive healthcare services'' means
medical, surgical, counseling, or referral services relating to the
human reproductive system, including services relating to pregnancy or
the termination of a pregnancy.
Sec. 3. Advancing the Ability to Obtain Reproductive Healthcare
Services. In furtherance of the policy set forth in section 1 of this
order, the Secretary of HHS shall consider actions to advance access to
reproductive healthcare services, including, to the extent permitted by
Federal law, through Medicaid for patients traveling across State lines
for medical care.
Sec. 4. Promoting Compliance with Non-Discrimination Law in Obtaining
Medical Care. In furtherance of the policy set forth in section 1 of
this order, and to ensure that individuals are not denied necessary
healthcare on the basis of any ground protected by Federal law,
including current
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pregnancy, past pregnancy, potential or intended pregnancy, or other
medical conditions, the Secretary of HHS shall consider all appropriate
actions to advance the prompt understanding of and compliance with
Federal non-discrimination laws by healthcare providers that receive
Federal financial assistance. Such actions may include:
(a) providing technical assistance for healthcare providers that
have questions concerning their obligations under Federal non-
discrimination laws;
(b) convening healthcare providers to provide information on their
obligations under Federal non-discrimination laws and the potential
consequences of non-compliance; and
(c) issuing additional guidance, or taking other action as
appropriate, in response to any complaints or other reports of non-
compliance with Federal non-discrimination laws.
Sec. 5. Data Collection. The Secretary of HHS shall evaluate the
adequacy of research, data collection, and data analysis and
interpretation efforts at the National Institutes of Health, the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, and other relevant HHS components in
accurately measuring the effect of access to reproductive healthcare on
maternal health outcomes and other health outcomes. Following that
evaluation, the Secretary shall take appropriate actions to improve
those efforts.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
August 3, 2022.
Executive Order 14080 of August 25, 2022
Implementation of the CHIPS Act of 2022
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and in order to effectively
implement the incentives for semiconductor research, development, and
manufacturing provided by division A of H.R. 4346 (the ``Act''), it is
hereby ordered as follows:
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Section 1. Background. The Act, known as the Creating Helpful Incentives
to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) Act of 2022, will make transformative
investments to restore and advance our Nation's leadership in the
research, development, and manufacturing of semiconductors. These
investments will strengthen our Nation's manufacturing and industrial
base; create well-paying, high-skilled jobs in construction,
manufacturing, and maintenance; catalyze regional economic development
throughout the country; bolster United States technology leadership; and
reduce our dependence on critical technologies from China and other
vulnerable or overly concentrated foreign supply chains.
Meeting these objectives will require effective implementation of the
Act by my Administration, in collaboration with State, local, Tribal,
and territorial governments; the private sector; institutions of higher
education; workforce development organizations; labor unions and other
worker organizations; and allied and partner countries.
Sec. 2. Implementation Priorities. In implementing the Act, all agencies
(as described in section 3502(1) of title 44, United States Code, except
for the agencies described in section 3502(5) of title 44) shall, as
appropriate and to the extent consistent with law, prioritize:
(a) protecting taxpayer resources, including by ensuring strong
compliance and accountability measures for funding recipients;
(b) meeting economic, sustainability, and national security needs,
including by building domestic manufacturing capacity that reduces
reliance on vulnerable or overly concentrated foreign production for
both leading-edge and mature microelectronics;
(c) ensuring long-term leadership in the microelectronics sector,
including by establishing a dynamic, collaborative network for
microelectronics research and innovation to enable long-term United
States leadership in critical industries;
(d) catalyzing private-sector investment, including by reducing risk
and maximizing large-scale private investment in production,
breakthrough technologies, and worker and workforce development;
(e) generating benefits--such as well-paying, high-skilled union
jobs and opportunities for startups; small businesses; and minority-
owned, veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses--for a broad range of
stakeholders and communities, including by investing in disadvantaged
communities and by partnering with State, local, Tribal, and territorial
governments and with institutions of higher education; and
(f) strengthening and expanding regional manufacturing and
innovation ecosystems, including by investing in suppliers,
manufacturers, workforce development, basic and translational research,
and related infrastructure and cybersecurity throughout the
microelectronics supply chain, and by facilitating the expansion,
creation, and coordination of semiconductor clusters.
Sec. 3. CHIPS Implementation Steering Council. (a) There is established
within the Executive Office of the President the CHIPS Implementation
Steering Council (Steering Council). The function of the Steering
Council is to coordinate policy development to ensure the effective
implementation of the Act within the executive branch.
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(b) The Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, the
Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, and the
Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall serve as
Co-Chairs of the Steering Council.
(c) In addition to the Co-Chairs, the Steering Council shall consist
of the following members:
(i) the Secretary of State;
(ii) the Secretary of the Treasury;
(iii) the Secretary of Defense;
(iv) the Secretary of Commerce;
(v) the Secretary of Labor;
(vi) the Secretary of Energy;
(vii) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget;
(viii) the Administrator of the Small Business Administration;
(ix) the Director of National Intelligence;
(x) the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy;
(xi) the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers;
(xii) the National Cyber Director;
(xiii) the Director of the National Science Foundation; and
(xiv) the heads of such other executive departments, agencies, and offices
as the Co-Chairs may from time to time invite to participate.
(d) The Co-Chairs may create and coordinate subgroups consisting of
Steering Council members or their designees, as appropriate.
(e) The Co-Chairs may consult with leaders from industry, labor
unions and other worker organizations, institutions of higher education,
research institutions, and civil society, as appropriate and consistent
with law, to provide individual perspectives and advice to the Steering
Council on the effective implementation of the Act.
(f) The Co-Chairs may consult with the President's Council of
Advisors on Science and Technology, as appropriate and consistent with
law, to provide advice to the Steering Council.
Sec. 4. Effective and Efficient Stewardship and Oversight of Taxpayer
Resources. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall
take appropriate actions to promote and monitor, with respect to
execution of the Act, the effective and efficient stewardship and
oversight of taxpayer resources, in collaboration with the Steering
Council and the heads of agencies responsible for implementing the Act.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
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(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
August 25, 2022.
Executive Order 14081 of September 12, 2022
Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a
Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of my Administration to coordinate a
whole-of-government approach to advance biotechnology and
biomanufacturing towards innovative solutions in health, climate change,
energy, food security, agriculture, supply chain resilience, and
national and economic security. Central to this policy and its outcomes
are principles of equity, ethics, safety, and security that enable
access to technologies, processes, and products in a manner that
benefits all Americans and the global community and that maintains
United States technological leadership and economic competitiveness.
Biotechnology harnesses the power of biology to create new services and
products, which provide opportunities to grow the United States economy
and workforce and improve the quality of our lives and the environment.
The economic activity derived from biotechnology and biomanufacturing is
referred to as ``the bioeconomy.'' The COVID-19 pandemic has
demonstrated the vital role of biotechnology and biomanufacturing in
developing and producing life-saving diagnostics, therapeutics, and
vaccines that protect Americans and the world. Although the power of
these technologies is most vivid at the moment in the context of human
health, biotechnology and biomanufacturing can also be used to achieve
our climate and energy goals, improve food security and sustainability,
secure our supply chains, and grow the economy across all of America.
For biotechnology and biomanufacturing to help us achieve our societal
goals, the United States needs to invest in foundational scientific
capabilities. We need to develop genetic engineering technologies and
techniques to be able to write circuitry for cells and predictably
program biology in the same way in which we write software and program
computers; unlock the power of biological data, including through
computing tools and artificial intelligence; and advance the science of
scale-up production while reducing the obstacles for commercialization
so that innovative technologies and products can reach markets faster.
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Simultaneously, we must take concrete steps to reduce biological risks
associated with advances in biotechnology. We need to invest in and
promote biosafety and biosecurity to ensure that biotechnology is
developed and deployed in ways that align with United States principles
and values and international best practices, and not in ways that lead
to accidental or deliberate harm to people, animals, or the environment.
In addition, we must safeguard the United States bioeconomy, as foreign
adversaries and strategic competitors alike use legal and illegal means
to acquire United States technologies and data, including biological
data, and proprietary or precompetitive information, which threatens
United States economic competitiveness and national security.
We also must ensure that uses of biotechnology and biomanufacturing are
ethical and responsible; are centered on a foundation of equity and
public good, consistent with Executive Order 13985 of January 20, 2021
(Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through
the Federal Government); and are consistent with respect for human
rights. Resources should be invested justly and equitably so that
biotechnology and biomanufacturing technologies benefit all Americans,
especially those in underserved communities, as well as the broader
global community.
To achieve these objectives, it is the policy of my Administration to:
(a) bolster and coordinate Federal investment in key research and
development (R&D) areas of biotechnology and biomanufacturing in order
to further societal goals;
(b) foster a biological data ecosystem that advances biotechnology
and biomanufacturing innovation, while adhering to principles of
security, privacy, and responsible conduct of research;
(c) improve and expand domestic biomanufacturing production capacity
and processes, while also increasing piloting and prototyping efforts in
biotechnology and biomanufacturing to accelerate the translation of
basic research results into practice;
(d) boost sustainable biomass production and create climate-smart
incentives for American agricultural producers and forest landowners;
(e) expand market opportunities for bioenergy and biobased products
and services;
(f) train and support a diverse, skilled workforce and a next
generation of leaders from diverse groups to advance biotechnology and
biomanufacturing;
(g) clarify and streamline regulations in service of a science- and
risk-based, predictable, efficient, and transparent system to support
the safe use of products of biotechnology;
(h) elevate biological risk management as a cornerstone of the life
cycle of biotechnology and biomanufacturing R&D, including by providing
for research and investment in applied biosafety and biosecurity
innovation;
(i) promote standards, establish metrics, and develop systems to
grow and assess the state of the bioeconomy; to better inform policy,
decision-making, and investments in the bioeconomy; and to ensure
equitable and ethical development of the bioeconomy;
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(j) secure and protect the United States bioeconomy by adopting a
forward-looking, proactive approach to assessing and anticipating
threats, risks, and potential vulnerabilities (including digital
intrusion, manipulation, and exfiltration efforts by foreign
adversaries), and by partnering with the private sector and other
relevant stakeholders to jointly mitigate risks to protect technology
leadership and economic competitiveness; and
(k) engage the international community to enhance biotechnology R&D
cooperation in a way that is consistent with United States principles
and values and that promotes best practices for safe and secure
biotechnology and biomanufacturing research, innovation, and product
development and use.
The efforts undertaken pursuant to this order to further these policies
shall be referred to collectively as the National Biotechnology and
Biomanufacturing Initiative.
Sec. 2. Coordination. The Assistant to the President for National
Security Affairs (APNSA), in consultation with the Assistant to the
President for Economic Policy (APEP) and the Director of the Office of
Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), shall coordinate the executive
branch actions necessary to implement this order through the interagency
process described in National Security Memorandum 2 of February 4, 2021
(Renewing the National Security Council System) (NSM-2 process). In
implementing this order, heads of agencies (as defined in section 13 of
this order) shall, as appropriate and consistent with applicable law,
consult outside stakeholders, such as those in industry; academia;
nongovernmental organizations; communities; labor unions; and State,
local, Tribal, and territorial governments to advance the policies
described in section 1 of this order.
Sec. 3. Harnessing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing R&D to Further
Societal Goals. (a) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the heads
of agencies specified in subsections (a)(i)-(v) of this section shall
submit the following reports on biotechnology and biomanufacturing to
further societal goals related to health, climate change and energy,
food and agricultural innovation, resilient supply chains, and cross-
cutting scientific advances. The reports shall be submitted to the
President through the APNSA, in coordination with the Director of the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the APEP, the Assistant to the
President for Domestic Policy (APDP), and the Director of OSTP.
(i) The Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), in consultation with
the heads of appropriate agencies as determined by the Secretary, shall
submit a report assessing how to use biotechnology and biomanufacturing to
achieve medical breakthroughs, reduce the overall burden of disease, and
improve health outcomes.
(ii) The Secretary of Energy, in consultation with the heads of appropriate
agencies as determined by the Secretary, shall submit a report assessing
how to use biotechnology, biomanufacturing, bioenergy, and biobased
products to address the causes and adapt to and mitigate the impacts of
climate change, including by sequestering carbon and reducing greenhouse
gas emissions.
(iii) The Secretary of Agriculture, in consultation with the heads of
appropriate agencies as determined by the Secretary, shall submit a report
assessing how to use biotechnology and biomanufacturing for food and
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agriculture innovation, including by improving sustainability and land
conservation; increasing food quality and nutrition; increasing and
protecting agricultural yields; protecting against plant and animal pests
and diseases; and cultivating alternative food sources.
(iv) The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of
Defense, the Secretary of HHS, and the heads of other appropriate agencies
as determined by the Secretary of Commerce, shall submit a report assessing
how to use biotechnology and biomanufacturing to strengthen the resilience
of United States supply chains.
(v) The Director of the National Science Foundation (NSF), in consultation
with the heads of appropriate agencies as determined by the Director, shall
submit a report identifying high-priority fundamental and use-inspired
basic research goals to advance biotechnology and biomanufacturing and to
address the societal goals identified in this section.
(b) Each report specified in subsection (a) of this section shall
identify high-priority basic research and technology development needs
to achieve the overall objectives described in subsection (a) of this
section, as well as opportunities for public-private collaboration. Each
of these reports shall also include recommendations for actions to
enhance biosafety and biosecurity to reduce risk throughout the
biotechnology R&D and biomanufacturing lifecycles.
(c) Within 100 days of receiving the reports required under
subsection (a) of this section, the Director of OSTP, in coordination
with the Director of OMB, the APNSA, the APEP, the APDP, and the heads
of appropriate agencies as determined through the NSM-2 process, shall
develop a plan (implementation plan) to implement the recommendations in
the reports. The development of this implementation plan shall also
include the solicitation of input from external experts regarding
potential ethical implications or other societal impacts, including
environmental sustainability and environmental justice, of the
recommendations contained in the reports required under subsection (a)
of this section. The implementation plan shall include assessments and
make recommendations regarding any such implications or impacts.
(d) Within 90 days of the date of this order, the Director of OMB,
in consultation with the heads of appropriate agencies as determined
through the NSM-2 process, shall perform a budget crosscut to identify
existing levels of agency spending on biotechnology- and
biomanufacturing-related activities to inform the development of the
implementation plan described in subsection (c) of this section.
(e) The APNSA, in coordination with the Director of OMB, the APEP,
the APDP, and the Director of OSTP, shall review the reports required
under subsection (a) of this section and shall submit the reports to the
President in an unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(f) The APNSA, in coordination with the Director of OMB, the APEP,
the APDP, and the Director of OSTP, shall include a cover memorandum for
the reports submitted pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, along
with the implementation plan required under subsection (c) of this
section, in which they make any additional overall recommendations for
advancing biotechnology and biomanufacturing.
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(g) Within 2 years of the date of this order, agencies at which
recommendations are directed in the implementation plan required under
subsection (c) of this section shall report to the Director of OMB, the
APNSA, the APEP, the APDP, and the Director of OSTP on measures taken
and resources allocated to enhance biotechnology and biomanufacturing,
consistent with the implementation plan described in subsection (c) of
this section.
(h) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the President's
Council of Advisors on Science and Technology shall submit to the
President and make publicly available a report on the bioeconomy that
provides recommendations on how to maintain United States
competitiveness in the global bioeconomy.
Sec. 4. Data for the Bioeconomy. (a) In order to facilitate development
of the United States bioeconomy, my Administration shall establish a
Data for the Bioeconomy Initiative (Data Initiative) that will ensure
that high-quality, wide-ranging, easily accessible, and secure
biological data sets can drive breakthroughs for the United States
bioeconomy. To assist in the development of the Data Initiative, the
Director of OSTP, in coordination with the Director of OMB and the heads
of appropriate agencies as determined by the Director of OSTP, and in
consultation with external stakeholders, shall issue a report within 240
days of the date of this order that:
(i) identifies the data types and sources, to include genomic and multiomic
information, that are most critical to drive advances in health, climate,
energy, food, agriculture, and biomanufacturing, as well as other
bioeconomy-related R&D, along with any data gaps;
(ii) sets forth a plan to fill any data gaps and make new and existing
public data findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable in ways that
are equitable, standardized, secure, and transparent, and that are
integrated with platforms that enable the use of advanced computing tools;
(iii) identifies--based on the data types and sources described in
subsection (a)(i) of this section--security, privacy, and other risks (such
as malicious misuses, manipulation, exfiltration, and deletion), and
provides a data-protection plan to mitigate these risks; and
(iv) outlines the Federal resources, legal authorities, and actions needed
to support the Data Initiative and achieve the goals outlined in this
subsection, with a timeline for action.
(b) The Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with the
Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of
Commerce (acting through the Director of the National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST)), the Secretary of HHS, the Secretary of
Energy, and the Director of OMB, shall identify and recommend relevant
cybersecurity best practices for biological data stored on Federal
Government information systems, consistent with applicable law and
Executive Order 14028 of May 12, 2021 (Improving the Nation's
Cybersecurity).
(c) The Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Director of NIST
and in coordination with the Secretary of HHS, shall consider bio-
related software, including software for laboratory equipment,
instrumentation, and data management, in establishing baseline security
standards for the development of software sold to the United States
Government, consistent with section 4 of Executive Order 14028.
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Sec. 5. Building a Vibrant Domestic Biomanufacturing Ecosystem. (a)
Within 180 days of the date of this order, the APNSA and the APEP, in
coordination with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of
Agriculture, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of HHS, the
Secretary of Energy, the Director of NSF, and the Administrator of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), shall develop a
strategy that identifies policy recommendations to expand domestic
biomanufacturing capacity for products spanning the health, energy,
agriculture, and industrial sectors, with a focus on advancing equity,
improving biomanufacturing processes, and connecting relevant
infrastructure. Additionally, this strategy shall identify actions to
mitigate risks posed by foreign adversary involvement in the
biomanufacturing supply chain and to enhance biosafety, biosecurity, and
cybersecurity in new and existing infrastructure.
(b) Agencies identified in subsections (b)(i)-(iv) of this section
shall direct resources, as appropriate and consistent with applicable
law, towards the creation or expansion of programs that support a
vibrant domestic biomanufacturing ecosystem, as informed by the strategy
developed pursuant to subsection (a) of this section:
(i) the NSF shall expand its existing Regional Innovation Engine program to
advance emerging technologies, including biotechnology;
(ii) the Department of Commerce shall address challenges in
biomanufacturing supply chains and related biotechnology development
infrastructure;
(iii) the Department of Defense shall incentivize the expansion of
domestic, flexible industrial biomanufacturing capacity for a wide range of
materials that can be used to make a diversity of products for the defense
supply chain; and
(iv) the Department of Energy shall support research to accelerate
bioenergy and bioproduct science advances, to accelerate biotechnology and
bioinformatics tool development, and to reduce the hurdles to
commercialization, including through incentivizing the engineering scale-up
of promising biotechnologies and the expansion of biomanufacturing
capacity.
(c) Within 1 year of the date of this order, the Secretary of
Agriculture, in consultation with the heads of appropriate agencies as
determined by the Secretary, shall submit a plan to the President,
through the APNSA and the APEP, to support the resilience of the United
States biomass supply chain for domestic biomanufacturing and biobased
product manufacturing, while also advancing food security, environmental
sustainability, and the needs of underserved communities. This plan
shall include programs to encourage climate-smart production and use of
domestic biomass, along with budget estimates, including accounting for
funds appropriated for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 and proposed in the
President's FY 2023 Budget.
(d) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of
Homeland Security, in coordination with the heads of appropriate
agencies as determined by the Secretary, shall:
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(i) provide the APNSA with vulnerability assessments of the critical
infrastructure and national critical functions associated with the
bioeconomy, including cyber, physical, and systemic risks, and
recommendations to secure and make resilient these components of our
infrastructure and economy; and
(ii) enhance coordination with industry on threat information sharing,
vulnerability disclosure, and risk mitigation for cybersecurity and
infrastructure risks to the United States bioeconomy, including risks to
biological data and related physical and digital infrastructure and
devices. This coordination shall be informed in part by the assessments
described in subsection (d)(i) of this section.
Sec. 6. Biobased Products Procurement. (a) Consistent with the
requirements of 7 U.S.C. 8102, within 1 year of the date of this order,
procuring agencies as defined in 7 U.S.C. 8102(a)(1)(A) that have not
yet established a biobased procurement program as described in 7 U.S.C.
8102(a)(2) shall establish such a program.
(b) Procuring agencies shall require that, within 2 years of the
date of this order, all appropriate staff (including contracting
officers, purchase card managers, and purchase card holders) complete
training on biobased product purchasing. The Office of Federal
Procurement Policy, within OMB, in cooperation with the Secretary of
Agriculture, shall provide training materials for procuring agencies.
(c) Within 180 days of the date of this order and annually
thereafter, procuring agencies shall report previous fiscal year
spending to the Director of OMB on the following:
(i) the number and dollar value of contracts entered into during the
previous fiscal year that include the direct procurement of biobased
products;
(ii) the number of service and construction (including renovations)
contracts entered into during the previous fiscal year that include
language on the use of biobased products; and
(iii) the types and dollar values of biobased products actually used by
contractors in carrying out service and construction (including
renovations) contracts during the previous fiscal year.
(d) The requirements in subsection (c) of this section shall not
apply to purchase card transactions and other ``[a]ctions not reported''
to the Federal Procurement Data System pursuant to 48 CFR 4.606(c).
(e) Within 1 year of the date of this order and annually thereafter,
the Director of OMB shall publish information on biobased procurement
resulting from the data collected under subsection (c) of this section
and information reported under 7 U.S.C. 8102, along with other related
information, and shall use scorecards or similar systems to encourage
increased biobased purchasing.
(f) Within 1 year of the date of this order and annually thereafter,
procuring agencies shall report to the Secretary of Agriculture specific
categories of biobased products that are unavailable to meet their
procurement needs, along with desired performance standards for
currently unavailable products and other relevant specifications. The
Secretary of Agriculture shall publish this information annually. When
new categories of biobased
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products become commercially available, the Secretary of Agriculture
shall designate new product categories for preferred Federal
procurement, as prescribed by 7 U.S.C. 8102.
(g) Procuring agencies shall strive to increase by 2025 the amount
of biobased product obligations or the number or dollar value of
biobased-only contracts, as reflected in the information described in
subsection (c) of this section, and as appropriate and consistent with
applicable law.
Sec. 7. Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Workforce. (a) The United
States Government shall expand training and education opportunities for
all Americans in biotechnology and biomanufacturing. To support this
objective, within 200 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of
Commerce, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Education, the APDP,
the Director of OSTP, and the Director of NSF shall produce and make
publicly available a plan to coordinate and use relevant Federal
education and training programs, while also recommending new efforts to
promote multi-disciplinary education programs. This plan shall promote
the implementation of formal and informal education and training (such
as opportunities at technical schools and certificate programs), career
and technical education, and expanded career pathways into existing
degree programs for biotechnology and biomanufacturing. This plan shall
also include a focused discussion of Historically Black Colleges and
Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and Minority Serving
Institutions and the extent to which agencies can use existing statutory
authorities to promote racial and gender equity and support underserved
communities, consistent with the policy established in Executive Order
13985. Finally, this plan shall account for funds appropriated for FY
2022 and proposed in the President's FY 2023 Budget.
(b) Within 2 years of the date of this order, agencies that support
relevant Federal education and training programs as described in
subsection (a) of this section shall report to the President through the
APNSA, in coordination with the Director of OMB, the ADPD, and the
Director of OSTP, on measures taken and resources allocated to enhance
workforce development pursuant to the plan described in subsection (a)
of this section.
Sec. 8. Biotechnology Regulation Clarity and Efficiency. Advances in
biotechnology are rapidly altering the product landscape. The complexity
of the current regulatory system for biotechnology products can be
confusing and create challenges for businesses to navigate. To improve
the clarity and efficiency of the regulatory process for biotechnology
products, and to enable products that further the societal goals
identified in section 3 of this order, the Secretary of Agriculture, the
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the
Commissioner of Food and Drugs, in coordination with the Director of
OMB, the ADPD, and the Director of OSTP, shall:
(a) within 180 days of the date of this order, identify areas of
ambiguity, gaps, or uncertainties in the January 2017 Update to the
Coordinated Framework for the Regulation of Biotechnology or in the
policy changes made pursuant to Executive Order 13874 of June 11, 2019
(Modernizing the Regulatory Framework for Agricultural Biotechnology
Products), including by engaging with developers and external
stakeholders, and through horizon scanning for novel products of
biotechnology;
(b) within 100 days of completing the task in subsection (a) of this
section, provide to the general public plain-language information
regarding the
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regulatory roles, responsibilities, and processes of each agency,
including which agency or agencies are responsible for oversight of
different types of products developed with biotechnology, with case
studies, as appropriate;
(c) within 280 days of the date of this order, provide a plan to the
Director of OMB, the ADPD, and the Director of OSTP with processes and
timelines to implement regulatory reform, including identification of
the regulations and guidance documents that can be updated, streamlined,
or clarified; and identification of potential new guidance or
regulations, where needed;
(d) within 1 year of the date of this order, build on the Unified
website for Biotechnology Regulation developed pursuant to Executive
Order 13874 by including on the website the information developed under
subsection (b) of this section, and by enabling developers of
biotechnology products to submit inquiries about a particular product
and promptly receive a single, coordinated response that provides, to
the extent practicable, information and, when appropriate, informal
guidance regarding the process that the developers must follow for
Federal regulatory review; and
(e) within 1 year of the date of this order, and annually thereafter
for a period of 3 years, provide an update regarding progress in
implementing this section to the Director of OMB, the United States
Trade Representative (USTR), the APNSA, the ADPD, and the Director of
OSTP. Each 1-year update shall identify any gaps in statutory authority
that should be addressed to improve the clarity and efficiency of the
regulatory process for biotechnology products, and shall recommend
additional executive actions and legislative proposals to achieve such
goals.
Sec. 9. Reducing Risk by Advancing Biosafety and Biosecurity. (a) The
United States Government shall launch a Biosafety and Biosecurity
Innovation Initiative, which shall seek to reduce biological risks
associated with advances in biotechnology, biomanufacturing, and the
bioeconomy. Through the Biosafety and Biosecurity Innovation
Initiative--which shall be established by the Secretary of HHS, in
coordination with the heads of other relevant agencies as determined by
the Secretary--agencies that fund, conduct, or sponsor life sciences
research shall implement the following actions, as appropriate and
consistent with applicable law:
(i) support, as a priority, investments in applied biosafety research and
innovations in biosecurity to reduce biological risk throughout the
biotechnology R&D and biomanufacturing lifecycles; and
(ii) use Federal investments in biotechnology and biomanufacturing to
incentivize and enhance biosafety and biosecurity practices and best
practices throughout the United States and international research
enterprises.
(b) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of HHS
and the Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with agencies
that fund, conduct, or sponsor life sciences research, shall produce a
plan for biosafety and biosecurity for the bioeconomy, including
recommendations to:
(i) enhance applied biosafety research and bolster innovations in
biosecurity to reduce risk throughout the biotechnology R&D and
biomanufacturing lifecycles; and
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(ii) use Federal investments in biological sciences, biotechnology, and
biomanufacturing to enhance biosafety and biosecurity best practices
throughout the bioeconomy R&D enterprise.
(c) Within 1 year of the date of this order, agencies that fund,
conduct, or sponsor life sciences research shall report to the APNSA,
through the Assistant to the President and Homeland Security Advisor, on
efforts to achieve the objectives described in subsection (a) of this
section.
Sec. 10. Measuring the Bioeconomy. (a) Within 90 days of the date of
this order, the Secretary of Commerce, through the Director of NIST,
shall, in consultation with other agencies as determined by the
Director, industry, and other stakeholders, as appropriate, create and
make publicly available a lexicon for the bioeconomy, with consideration
of relevant domestic and international definitions and with the goal of
assisting in the development of measurements and measurement methods for
the bioeconomy that support uses such as economic measurement, risk
assessments, and the application of machine learning and other
artificial intelligence tools.
(b) The Chief Statistician of the United States, in coordination
with the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Commerce, the
Director of NSF, and the heads of other appropriate agencies as
determined by the Chief Statistician, shall improve and enhance Federal
statistical data collection designed to characterize the economic value
of the United States bioeconomy, with a focus on the contribution of
biotechnology to the bioeconomy. This effort shall include:
(i) within 180 days of the date of this order, assessing, through the
Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, the feasibility,
scope, and costs of developing a national measurement of the economic
contributions of the bioeconomy, and, in particular, the contributions of
biotechnology to the bioeconomy, including recommendations and a plan for
next steps regarding whether development of such a measurement should be
pursued; and
(ii) within 120 days of the date of this order, establishing an Interagency
Technical Working Group (ITWG), chaired by the Chief Statistician of the
United States, which shall include representatives of the Department of
Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, OSTP, the NSF, and other
appropriate agencies as determined by the Chief Statistician of the United
States.
(A) Within 1 year of the date of this order, the ITWG shall recommend
bioeconomy-related revisions to the North American Industry Classification
System (NAICS) and the North American Product Classification System (NAPCS)
to the Economic Classification Policy Committee. In 2026, the ITWG shall
initiate a review process of the 2023 recommendations and update the
recommendations, as appropriate, to provide input to the 2027 NAICS and
NAPCS revision processes.
(B) Within 18 months of the date of this order, the ITWG shall provide a
report to the Chief Statistician of the United States describing the
Federal statistical collections of information that take advantage of
bioeconomy-related NAICS and NAPCS codes, and shall include recommendations
to implement any bioeconomy-related changes as part of the 2022 revisions
of the NAICS and NAPCS. As part of its work, the ITWG shall consult with
external stakeholders.
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Sec. 11. Assessing Threats to the United States Bioeconomy. (a) The
Director of National Intelligence (DNI) shall lead a comprehensive
interagency assessment of ongoing, emerging, and future threats to
United States national security from foreign adversaries against the
bioeconomy and from foreign adversary development and application of
biotechnology and biomanufacturing, including acquisition of United
States capabilities, technologies, and biological data. As part of this
effort, the DNI shall work closely with the Department of Defense to
assess technical applications of biotechnology and biomanufacturing that
could be misused by a foreign adversary for military purposes or that
could otherwise pose a risk to the United States. In support of these
objectives, the DNI shall identify elements of the bioeconomy of highest
concern and establish processes to support ongoing threat identification
and impact assessments.
(b) Within 240 days of the date of this order, the DNI shall provide
classified assessments to the APNSA related to:
(i) threats to United States national and economic security posed by
foreign adversary development and application of biomanufacturing; and
(ii) foreign adversary means of, and intended usages related to,
acquisition of United States biotechnologies, biological data, and
proprietary or precompetitive information.
(c) Within 120 days of receiving the DNI's assessments, the APNSA
shall coordinate with the heads of relevant agencies as determined
through the NSM-2 process to develop and finalize a plan to mitigate
risks to the United States bioeconomy, based upon the threat
identification and impact assessments described in subsection (a) of
this section, the vulnerability assessments described in section 5(d) of
this order, and other relevant assessments or information. The plan
shall identify where executive action, regulatory action, technology
protection, or statutory authorities are needed to mitigate these risks
in order to support the technology leadership and economic
competitiveness of the United States bioeconomy.
(d) The United States Government contracts with a variety of
providers to support its functioning, including by contracting for
services related to the bioeconomy. It is important that these contracts
are awarded according to full and open competition, as consistent with
the Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 (Public Law 98-369, 98 Stat.
1175). In accordance with these objectives, and within 1 year of the
date of this order, the Director of OSTP, in coordination with the
Secretary of Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary of HHS, the
Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the DNI, the
Administrator of NASA, and the Administrator of General Services, shall
review the national security implications of existing requirements
related to Federal procurement--including requirements contained in the
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition
Regulation Supplement--and shall recommend updates to those requirements
to the FAR Council, the Director of OMB, and the heads of other
appropriate agencies as determined through the NSM-2 process. The
recommendations shall aim to standardize pre-award data collection to
enable due diligence review of conflict of interest; conflict of
commitment; foreign ownership, control, or influence; or other potential
national security concerns. The recommendations shall also include
legislative proposals, as relevant.
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(e) The Director of OMB shall issue a management memorandum to
agencies, or take other appropriate action, to provide generalized
guidance based on the recommendations received pursuant to subsection
(d) of this section.
Sec. 12. International Engagement. (a) The Department of State and other
agencies that engage with international partners as part of their
missions shall undertake the following actions with foreign partners, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law--with a specific focus on
developing countries, international organizations, and nongovernmental
entities--to promote and protect both the United States and global
bioeconomies:
(i) enhance cooperation, including joint research projects and expert
exchanges, on biotechnology R&D, especially in genomics;
(ii) encourage regulatory cooperation and the adoption of best practices to
evaluate and promote innovative products, with an emphasis on those
practices and products that support sustainability and climate objectives;
(iii) develop joint training arrangements and initiatives to support
bioeconomy jobs in the United States;
(iv) work to promote the open sharing of scientific data, including genetic
sequence data, to the greatest extent possible in accordance with
applicable law and policy, while seeking to ensure that any applicable
access and benefit-sharing mechanisms do not hinder the rapid and
sustainable development of innovative products and biotechnologies;
(v) conduct horizon scanning to anticipate threats to the global
bioeconomy, including national security threats from foreign adversaries
acquiring sensitive technologies or data, or disrupting essential bio-
related supply chains, and to identify opportunities to address those
threats;
(vi) engage allies and partners to address shared national security
threats;
(vii) develop, and work to promote and implement, biosafety and biosecurity
best practices, tools, and resources bilaterally and multilaterally to
facilitate appropriate oversight for life sciences, dual-use research of
concern, and research involving potentially pandemic and other high-
consequence pathogens, and to enhance sound risk management of
biotechnology- and biomanufacturing-related R&D globally; and
(viii) explore how to align international classifications of
biomanufactured products, as appropriate, to measure the value of those
products to both the United States and global bioeconomies.
(b) Within 180 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of
State, in coordination with the USTR and the heads of other agencies as
determined by the Secretary, as appropriate, shall submit to the APNSA a
plan to support the objectives described in subsection (a) of this
section with foreign partners, international organizations, and
nongovernmental entities.
Sec. 13. Definitions. For purposes of this order:
(a) The term ``agency'' has the meaning given that term by 44 U.S.C.
3502(1).
(b) The term ``biotechnology'' means technology that applies to or
is enabled by life sciences innovation or product development.
(c) The term ``biomanufacturing'' means the use of biological
systems to develop products, tools, and processes at commercial scale.
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(d) The term ``bioeconomy'' means economic activity derived from the
life sciences, particularly in the areas of biotechnology and
biomanufacturing, and includes industries, products, services, and the
workforce.
(e) The term ``biological data'' means the information, including
associated descriptors, derived from the structure, function, or process
of a biological system(s) that is measured, collected, or aggregated for
analysis.
(f) The term ``biomass'' means any material of biological origin
that is available on a renewable or recurring basis. Examples of biomass
include plants, trees, algae, and waste material such as crop residue,
wood waste, animal waste and byproducts, food waste, and yard waste.
(g) The term ``biobased product'' has the meaning given that term in
7 U.S.C. 8101(4).
(h) The term ``bioenergy'' means energy derived in whole or in
significant part from biomass.
(i) The term ``multiomic information'' refers to combined
information derived from data, analysis, and interpretation of multiple
omics measurement technologies to identify or analyze the roles,
relationships, and functions of biomolecules (including nucleic acids,
proteins, and metabolites) that make up a cell or cellular system. Omics
are disciplines in biology that include genomics, transcriptomics,
proteomics, and metabolomics.
(j) The term ``key R&D areas'' includes fundamental R&D of emerging
biotechnologies, including engineering biology; predictive engineering
of complex biological systems, including the designing, building,
testing, and modeling of entire living cells, cell components, or
cellular systems; quantitative and theory-driven multi-disciplinary
research to maximize convergence with other enabling technologies; and
regulatory science, including the development of new information,
criteria, tools, models, and approaches to inform and assist regulatory
decision-making. These R&D priorities should be coupled with advances in
predictive modeling, data analytics, artificial intelligence,
bioinformatics, high-performance and other advanced computing systems,
metrology and data-driven standards, and other non-life science enabling
technologies.
(k) The terms ``equity'' and ``underserved communities'' have the
meanings given those terms by sections 2(a) and 2(b) of Executive Order
13985.
(l) The term ``Tribal Colleges and Universities'' has the meaning
given that term by section 5(e) of Executive Order 14049 of October 11,
2021 (White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity,
Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Native Americans and
Strengthening Tribal Colleges and Universities).
(m) The term ``Historically Black Colleges and Universities'' has
the meaning given that term by section 4(b) of Executive Order 14041 of
September 3, 2021 (White House Initiative on Advancing Educational
Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity Through Historically Black
Colleges and Universities).
(n) The term ``minority serving institution'' has the meaning given
that term by 38 U.S.C. 3698(f)(4).
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(o) The term ``foreign adversary'' has the meaning given that term
by section 3(b) of Executive Order 14034 of June 9, 2021 (Protecting
Americans' Sensitive Data From Foreign Adversaries).
(p) The term ``life sciences'' means all sciences that study or use
living organisms, viruses, or their products, including all disciplines
of biology and all applications of the biological sciences (including
biotechnology, genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, and pharmaceutical
and biomedical research and techniques), but excluding scientific
studies associated with radioactive materials or toxic chemicals that
are not of biological origin or synthetic analogues of toxins.
Sec. 14. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of OMB relating to budgetary,
administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 12, 2022.
Executive Order 14082 of September 12, 2022
Implementation of the Energy and Infrastructure Provisions of the
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and in order to effectively
implement the historic energy and infrastructure provisions in Public
Law 117-169, commonly referred to as the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
(the ``Act''), and to accelerate United States global leadership in
clean energy innovation, manufacturing, and deployment in a way that
cuts consumer energy costs, creates well-paying union jobs and
sustainable and equitable economic opportunity, advances environmental
justice, and addresses the climate crisis, it is hereby ordered as
follows:
Section 1. Background. The Act is the single largest and most ambitious
investment in the ability of the United States to advance clean energy,
cut consumer energy costs, confront the climate crisis, promote
environmental justice, and strengthen energy security, among other vital
provisions that will lower costs for families, reduce the deficit, and
grow and strengthen the economy. The Act will:
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(a) build on the once-in-a-generation investment in the
infrastructure and competitiveness of the United States set forth in the
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58) by
accelerating the deployment of clean energy technologies, making home
energy efficiency and clean energy installations more affordable, and
incentivizing the purchase of electric vehicles;
(b) boost energy security and lower energy costs for families,
businesses, and government;
(c) revitalize American manufacturing by investing in domestic clean
energy supply chains and creating well-paying union jobs, including in
traditional energy communities;
(d) improve public health and advance environmental justice and
economic opportunity for frontline communities who disproportionately
bear the brunt of cumulative exposure to industrial and energy
pollution;
(e) promote climate justice by reducing harmful greenhouse gas
emissions in line with the goal of realizing net-zero emissions by no
later than 2050;
(f) harness nature-based solutions--including climate-smart
agriculture and forestry--that deliver economic benefits for rural
communities, Tribes, farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners;
(g) expand research and accelerate innovation in the development of
clean energy, climate, and related technologies; and
(h) increase the resilience of our communities in the face of a
changing climate.
Achieving these goals will require effective implementation of the Act
by my Administration, as well as by State, local, Tribal, and
territorial governments.
Sec. 2. Implementation Priorities. In implementing the Act, all agencies
(as described in section 3502(1) of title 44, United States Code, except
for the agencies described in section 3502(5) of title 44) shall, as
appropriate and to the extent consistent with law, prioritize:
(a) investing public dollars effectively and efficiently, working to
avoid waste, and achieving measurable, demonstrable outcomes for the
American people;
(b) driving progress to achieve the climate goals of the United
States to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50-52 percent below 2005
levels in 2030, achieve a carbon pollution-free electricity sector by
2035, and achieve net-zero emissions by no later than 2050;
(c) advancing environmental and climate justice through an all-of-
government approach, including through the Justice40 Initiative set
forth in Executive Order 14008 of January 27, 2021 (Tackling the Climate
Crisis at Home and Abroad), to protect and improve the health and well-
being of fence-line and frontline communities in the United States;
(d) promoting construction of clean energy generation, storage, and
transmission, and enabling technologies through efficient, effective
mechanisms that incorporate community engagement;
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(e) increasing the competitiveness of the United States economy and
investment in critical supply chains, including through the Act's
incentives and measures to strengthen domestic manufacturing and supply
chains;
(f) increasing high-quality job opportunities for American workers
and improving equitable access to these jobs, including in traditional
energy communities, through the timely implementation of the Act's
requirements for prevailing wages and registered apprenticeships and by
focusing on high labor standards and the free and fair chance to join a
union;
(g) reducing energy costs for working families, businesses, and
governments at all levels while increasing energy security for the
benefit of United States economic competitiveness and national security;
(h) accelerating innovation by directing the scientific and
technical expertise of America's researchers, businesses, and workers
toward achieving breakthroughs in clean energy and climate technologies;
and
(i) effectively coordinating with State, local, Tribal, and
territorial governments, as well as with private-sector stakeholders and
nongovernmental organizations, in implementing the critical investments
outlined in this section to build sustainable, resilient communities.
Sec. 3. White House Office on Clean Energy Innovation and
Implementation. There is hereby established the White House Office on
Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation within the Executive Office
of the President, which shall coordinate the policymaking process with
respect to implementing the energy and infrastructure provisions of the
Act and other essential initiatives. The White House Office on Clean
Energy Innovation and Implementation shall have a staff headed by the
Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation; shall
have such staff and other assistance as may be necessary to carry out
the provisions of this order, subject to the availability of
appropriations; and may work with established or ad hoc committees and
interagency groups.
Sec. 4. Interagency Coordination. (a) To further the robust
implementation of the energy and infrastructure provisions of the Act,
Executive Order 14008 is amended as follows:
(i) The introductory text following the heading for section 203 is revised
to read as follows: ``There is hereby established a National Climate Task
Force (Task Force). The Task Force shall be chaired by the Senior Advisor
for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation. The National Climate
Advisor shall serve as Vice Chair.''.
(ii) Section 203(a) is revised to read as follows:
``(a) Membership. The Task Force shall consist of the following
additional members:
(i) the Secretary of the Treasury;
(ii) the Secretary of Defense;
(iii) the Attorney General;
(iv) the Secretary of the Interior;
(v) the Secretary of Agriculture;
(vi) the Secretary of Commerce;
(vii) the Secretary of Labor;
(viii) the Secretary of Health and Human Services;
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(ix) the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development;
(x) the Secretary of Transportation;
(xi) the Secretary of Energy;
(xii) the Secretary of Education;
(xiii) the Secretary of Homeland Security;
(xiv) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection
Agency;
(xv) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget;
(xvi) the Director of the Office of Science and Technology
Policy;
(xvii) the Administrator of the Small Business Administration;
(xviii) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality;
(xix) the Assistant to the President for National Security
Affairs;
(xx) the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy;
(xxi) the Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and
Counterterrorism;
(xxii) the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy;
(xxiii) the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and
Space Administration;
(xxiv) the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for
National and Community Service;
(xxv) the Administrator of General Services;
(xxvi) the White House Infrastructure Coordinator; and
(xxvii) the heads of such other departments, agencies, and
offices as the Chair or Vice Chair may from time to time invite to
participate.''.
(iii) To expand the mission of the National Climate Task Force to include
coordinating effective implementation of the Act, as outlined in section 2
of this order, the second sentence of section 203(b) is revised to read as
follows: ``This Task Force shall facilitate planning and implementation of
key Federal actions to reduce climate pollution; increase resilience to the
impacts of climate change; protect public health; conserve our lands,
waters, oceans, and biodiversity; deliver environmental justice; spur well-
paying union jobs and economic growth; coordinate effective implementation
of Public Law 117-169, commonly referred to as the Inflation Reduction Act
of 2022, in coordination with the Infrastructure Implementation Task Force
established in Executive Order 14052 of November 15, 2021 (Implementation
of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), as appropriate; and
accelerate clean energy innovation and deployment.''.
(iv) The introductory text following the heading for section 218 is revised
to read as follows: ``There is hereby established an Interagency Working
Group on Coal and Power Plant Communities and Economic Revitalization
(Interagency Working Group). The National Climate Advisor, the Assistant to
the President for Economic Policy, and the Senior Advisor for Clean Energy
Innovation and Implementation shall serve as Co-Chairs of the Interagency
Working Group.''.
(b) Section 1-102(b) of Executive Order 12898 of February 11, 1994
(Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority
Populations and Low-Income Populations), as amended by section 220(a) of
Executive Order 14008, is further amended by revising subsection (xvii)
and (xviii) and adding subsection (xix) to read as follows: ``(xvii) the
Assistant to the President
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for Domestic Policy; (xviii) the Assistant to the President for Economic
Policy; and (xix) the Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation and
Implementation.''.
(c) To further support implementation of the energy and
infrastructure provisions of the Act, section 3(d) of Executive Order
14052 of November 15, 2021 (Implementation of the Infrastructure
Investment and Jobs Act), is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of
subsection (xi), striking subsection (xii), and adding in lieu thereof
the following: ``(xii) the Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation
and Implementation; and (xiii) the heads of such other executive
departments, agencies, and offices as the Co-Chairs may from time to
time invite to participate.''.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 12, 2022.
Executive Order 14083 of September 15, 2022
Ensuring Robust Consideration of Evolving National Security Risks by the
Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the
Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (50 U.S.C. 4565) (section
721), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby
ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. The United States welcomes and supports foreign
investment, consistent with the protection of national security. The
United States commitment to open investment is a cornerstone of our
economic policy and provides the United States with substantial economic
benefits, including ``the promotion of economic growth, productivity,
competitiveness, and job creation, thereby enhancing national
security,'' as the Congress recognized in section 1702(b)(1) of the
Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (FIRRMA)
(Subtitle A of Title XVII of Public Law 115-232). Some investments in
the United States by foreign persons, however, present risks to the
national security of the United States, and it is
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for this reason that the United States maintains a robust foreign
investment review process focused on identifying and addressing such
risks.
It is important to ensure that the foreign investment review process
remains responsive to an evolving national security landscape and the
nature of the investments that pose related risks to national security,
as the Congress recognized in section 1702(b)(4) of FIRRMA. One factor
for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (Committee)
to consider, as the Congress highlighted in section 1702(c)(1) of
FIRRMA, is that national security risks may arise from foreign
investments involving ``a country of special concern that has a
demonstrated or declared strategic goal of acquiring a type of critical
technology or critical infrastructure that would affect United States
leadership in areas related to national security.'' Along these lines, I
previously underscored in Executive Order 14034 of June 9, 2021
(Protecting Americans' Sensitive Data From Foreign Adversaries), and
emphasize in this order the risks presented by foreign adversaries'
access to data of United States persons. With respect to investments
directly or indirectly involving foreign adversaries or other countries
of special concern, what may otherwise appear to be an economic
transaction undertaken for commercial purposes may actually present an
unacceptable risk to United States national security due to the legal
environment, intentions, or capabilities of the foreign person,
including foreign governments, involved in the transaction. It is the
policy of the United States Government to continue to respond to these
risks as they evolve, including through a robust review of foreign
investments in United States businesses.
In light of these risks, this order provides direction to the Committee
to ensure that, in reviewing transactions within its jurisdiction
(covered transactions), the Committee's review remains responsive to
evolving national security risks, including by elaborating and expanding
on the factors identified in subsections (f)(1)-(10) of section 721.
This order shall be implemented consistent with the Committee's
statutory mandate to determine the effects of each covered transaction
reviewed by the Committee on the national security of the United States.
Sec. 2. Elaboration on Existing Statutory Factors. (a) In considering
the factors described in subsection (f)(3) of section 721, the Committee
shall, taking into account the requirements of national security,
consider the following, as appropriate:
(i) It is important to national security that the Committee continues to
assess the effect of foreign investment on domestic capacity to meet
national security requirements, including those requirements that fall
outside of the defense industrial base. In particular, the resilience of
certain critical United States supply chains may have national security
implications. The United States recognizes the importance of cooperating
with its allies and partners to secure supply chains; however, certain
foreign investment may undermine supply chain resilience efforts and
therefore national security by making the United States vulnerable to
future supply disruptions. These vulnerabilities may occur if an investment
shifts ownership, rights, or control with respect to certain manufacturing
capabilities, services, critical mineral resources, or technologies that
are fundamental to national security--including because they are critical
to United States supply chain resilience--to a foreign person who might
take actions that threaten to impair the national security of the United
States as a result of the transaction, or to other foreign persons,
including
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foreign governments, to whom the foreign person has commercial, investment,
non-economic, or other ties (relevant third-party ties) that might cause
the transaction to pose a threat to national security.
(ii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, the covered
transaction's effect on supply chain resilience and security, both within
and outside of the defense industrial base, in manufacturing capabilities,
services, critical mineral resources, or technologies that are fundamental
to national security, including: microelectronics, artificial intelligence,
biotechnology and biomanufacturing, quantum computing, advanced clean
energy (such as battery storage and hydrogen), climate adaptation
technologies, critical materials (such as lithium and rare earth elements),
elements of the agriculture industrial base that have implications for food
security, and any other sectors identified in section 3(b) or section 4(a)
of Executive Order 14017 of February 24, 2021 (America's Supply Chains).
(A) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, the degree of
involvement in the United States supply chain by a foreign person who is a
party to the covered transaction and who might take actions that threaten
to impair the national security of the United States as a result of the
transaction, or who might have relevant third-party ties that might cause
the transaction to pose such a threat.
(B) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, the United States
capability with respect to manufacturing capabilities, services, critical
mineral resources, or technologies, including those described in subsection
(a)(ii) of this section; the degree of diversification through alternative
suppliers across the supply chain, including suppliers located in allied or
partner economies; whether the United States business that is party to the
covered transaction supplies, directly or indirectly, the United States
Government, the energy sector industrial base, or the defense industrial
base; and the concentration of ownership or control by the foreign person
in a given supply chain, among other factors that the Committee determines
to be appropriate in considering whether the covered transaction may
undermine the resilience and security of supply chains critical to national
security.
(b) In considering the factors described in subsection (f)(5) of
section 721, the Committee shall, taking into account the requirements
of national security, consider the following, as appropriate:
(i) Although foreign investments can in many circumstances help to foster
domestic innovation, it is important to protect United States technological
leadership by addressing the risks posed by investments by foreign persons
who might take actions that threaten to impair the national security of the
United States as a result of the transaction, and by addressing whether
such persons have relevant third-party ties that might cause the
transaction to pose such a threat.
(ii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, whether a covered
transaction involves manufacturing capabilities, services, critical mineral
resources, or technologies that are fundamental to United States
technological leadership and therefore national security, such as
microelectronics, artificial intelligence, biotechnology and
biomanufacturing, quantum computing, advanced clean energy, and climate
adaptation technologies. The Committee shall also consider, as appropriate,
relevant
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third-party ties that might cause the transaction to threaten to impair the
national security of the United States.
(iii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, whether a covered
transaction could reasonably result in future advancements and applications
in technology that could undermine national security.
(iv) The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), in consultation
with other members of the Committee, shall periodically publish a list of
technology sectors, including those technologies listed in subsection
(b)(ii) of this section, that it assesses are fundamental to United States
technological leadership in areas relevant to national security. OSTP
shall, as appropriate, draw on the findings of other United States
Government efforts to identify technology sectors that are fundamental to
United States technological leadership. The Committee shall consider the
list described in this subsection, as appropriate.
Sec. 3. Additional Factors to be Considered. (a) In addition to the
factors identified in subsections (f)(1)-(10) of section 721, the
Committee shall consider, in reviewing the effects of a covered
transaction on the national security of the United States, the following
factors relating to aggregate industry investment trends that may have
consequences for an individual covered transaction's impact on national
security:
(i) Incremental investments over time in a sector or technology may cede,
part-by-part, domestic development or control in that sector or technology
and may give a foreign person who might take actions that threaten to
impair the national security of the United States as a result of the
transaction, or their relevant third-party ties that might cause the
transaction to pose such a threat, control of or rights in United States
businesses in a manner that may result in national security risk. A series
of acquisitions in the same, similar, or related United States businesses
involved in activities that are fundamental to national security or on
terms that implicate national security may result in a particular covered
transaction giving rise to a national security risk when considered in the
context of transactions that preceded it. In aggregate, these transactions
may facilitate harmful technology transfer in key industries or otherwise
harm national security through the cumulative effect of these investments.
As the Congress identified in section 1702(c)(2) of FIRRMA, the Committee
may consider ``the cumulative control of, or pattern of recent transactions
involving, any one type of critical infrastructure, energy asset, critical
material, or critical technology by a foreign government or foreign
person'' in considering national security risks. Contextualizing the
Committee's review of an individual transaction in light of the aggregate
or series of related transactions could reveal national security risks
arising from the covered transaction that were not otherwise apparent.
(ii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, as part of the
Committee's review of a covered transaction, the risks arising from the
covered transaction in the context of multiple acquisitions or investments
in a single sector or in related manufacturing capabilities, services,
critical mineral resources, or technologies, by any foreign person who
might take actions that threaten to impair the national security of the
United States as a result of the transaction, or involving relevant third-
party ties that might cause the transaction to pose such a threat.
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(iii) The Committee may request, as part of the Committee's review of a
covered transaction, that the Department of Commerce's International Trade
Administration provide the Committee an analysis of the industry or
industries in which the United States business operates, and the cumulative
control of, or pattern of recent transactions by, a foreign person,
including, directly or indirectly, a foreign government, in that sector or
industry.
(b) In addition to the factors identified in subsections (f)(1)-(10)
of section 721, the Committee shall consider, in reviewing the effects
of a covered transaction on the national security of the United States,
the following factors relating to cybersecurity risks resulting from a
covered transaction that threaten to impair national security:
(i) It is important for the United States to ensure that foreign investment
in United States businesses does not erode United States cybersecurity.
Investments by foreign persons with the capability and intent to conduct
cyber intrusions or other malicious cyber-enabled activity--such as
activity designed to affect the outcome of any election for Federal, State,
Tribal, local, or territorial office; the operation of United States
critical infrastructure; or the confidentiality, integrity, or availability
of United States communications--may pose a risk to national security. The
Congress, in section 1702(c)(6) of FIRRMA, identified ``exacerbating or
creating new cybersecurity vulnerabilities'' as a relevant consideration
for the Committee when considering national security risks arising from a
covered transaction. Review of foreign investment is an important tool as
part of broader United States efforts to ensure the cybersecurity of the
United States.
(ii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, whether a covered
transaction may provide a foreign person who might take actions that
threaten to impair the national security of the United States as a result
of the transaction, or their relevant third-party ties that might cause the
transaction to pose such a threat, with direct or indirect access to
capabilities or information databases and systems on which threat actors
could engage in malicious cyber-enabled activities affecting the interests
of the United States or United States persons, including:
(A) activity designed to undermine the protection or integrity of data in
storage or databases or systems housing sensitive data;
(B) activity designed to interfere with United States elections, United
States critical infrastructure, the defense industrial base, or other
cybersecurity national security priorities set forth in Executive Order
14028 of May 12, 2021 (Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity); and
(C) the sabotage of critical energy infrastructure, including smart
grids.
(iii) The Committee shall also consider, as appropriate, the cybersecurity
posture, practices, capabilities, and access of both the foreign person and
the United States business that could allow a foreign person who might take
actions that threaten to impair the national security of the United States
as a result of the transaction, or their relevant third-party ties that
might cause the transaction to pose such a threat, to manifest cyber
intrusion and other malicious cyber-enabled activity within the United
States.
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(c) In addition to the factors identified in subsections (f)(1)-(10)
of section 721, the Committee shall consider, in reviewing the effects
of a covered transaction on the national security of the United States,
the following factors relating to national security concerns surrounding
sensitive data:
(i) Data is an increasingly powerful tool for the surveillance, tracing,
tracking, and targeting of individuals or groups of individuals, with
potential adverse impacts on national security. In section 1702(c)(5) of
FIRRMA, the Congress recognized that the Committee may consider whether a
covered transaction may ``expose, either directly or indirectly, personally
identifiable information, genetic information, or other sensitive data of
United States citizens to access by a foreign government or foreign person
that may exploit that information in a manner that threatens national
security.'' Moreover, advances in technology, combined with access to large
data sets, increasingly enable the re-identification or de-anonymization of
what once was unidentifiable data. Therefore, it is important for the
United States Government to stay current with threats posed by advances in
such technology, including by considering potential risks posed by foreign
persons who might exploit access to certain data on United States persons
to target individuals or groups within the United States to the detriment
of national security. Accordingly, the Committee shall consider whether
foreign investments in United States businesses that have access to or that
store United States persons' sensitive data, including health and
biological data, involve a foreign person who might take actions that
threaten to impair the national security of the United States as a result
of the transaction, including whether the foreign person might have
relevant third-party ties that might cause the transaction to pose such a
threat.
(ii) The Committee shall consider, as appropriate, whether a covered
transaction involves a United States business that:
(A) has access to United States persons' sensitive data, including United
States persons' health, digital identity, or other biological data and any
data that could be identifiable or de-anonymized, that could be exploited
to distinguish or trace an individual's identity in a manner that threatens
national security; or
(B) has access to data on sub-populations in the United States that could
be used by a foreign person to target individuals or groups of individuals
in the United States in a manner that threatens national security.
(iii) The Committee shall also consider, as appropriate, whether a covered
transaction involves the transfer of United States persons' sensitive data
to a foreign person who might take actions that threaten to impair the
national security of the United States as a result of the transaction, and
whether the foreign person has relevant third-party ties that have sought
to exploit such information or have the ability to exploit such information
to the detriment of national security, including through the use of
commercial or other means.
Sec. 4. Periodic Review. Consistent with the policy described in section
1 of this order, it is important for the Committee, on an ongoing basis,
to continue to review its processes, practices, and regulations, and to
continue to make any updates as needed and appropriate to ensure that
the Committee's consideration of national security risks remains robust
alongside changes to the national security landscape. Accordingly, the
Committee
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shall regularly review its processes, practices, and regulations, and
shall periodically provide to the Assistant to the President for
National Security Affairs a report documenting the results of its
review. The report shall also include any resulting policy
recommendations that the Committee considers necessary to meet the
evolving set of national security risks.
Sec. 5. Definitions. For purposes of this order, terms shall have the
same meanings ascribed to them in section 721 and regulations
promulgated by the Committee under section 721.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, affect the
requirements in section 721 relating to the scope of the Committee's
jurisdiction.
(d) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 15, 2022.
Executive Order 14084 of September 30, 2022
Promoting the Arts, the Humanities, and Museum and Library Services
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. The arts, the humanities, and museum and library
services are essential to the well-being, health, vitality, and
democracy of our Nation. They are the soul of America, reflecting our
multicultural and democratic experience. They further help us strive to
be the more perfect Union to which generation after generation of
Americans have aspired. They inspire us; provide livelihoods; sustain,
anchor, and bring cohesion within diverse communities across our Nation;
stimulate creativity and innovation; help us understand and communicate
our values as a people; compel us to wrestle with our history and enable
us to imagine our future; invigorate and strengthen our democracy; and
point the way toward progress.
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It is the policy of my Administration to advance the cultural vitality
of the United States by promoting the arts, the humanities, and museum
and library services. To that end, my Administration will advance
equity, accessibility, and opportunities for all Americans, particularly
in underserved communities as defined in Executive Order 13985 of
January 20, 2021 (Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved
Communities Through the Federal Government), so that they may realize
their full potential through the arts, the humanities, and access to
museum and library services. Additionally, we will strengthen America's
creative and cultural economy, including by enhancing and expanding
opportunities for artists, humanities scholars, students, educators, and
cultural heritage practitioners, as well as the museums, libraries,
archives, historic sites, colleges and universities, and other
institutions that support their work.
Under my Administration, the arts, the humanities, and museum and
library services will be integrated into strategies, policies, and
programs that advance the economic development, well-being, and
resilience of all communities, especially those that have historically
been underserved. The arts, the humanities, and museum and library
services will be promoted and expanded to strengthen public, physical,
and mental health; wellness; and healing, including within military and
veteran communities. We will enhance access to high-quality arts and
humanities education and programming with the aim of enabling every
child in America to obtain the broad creative skills and enrichment
vital to succeed. My Administration's efforts to tackle the climate
crisis will be bolstered through Federal and societal support for and
advancement of the arts, the humanities, and museum and library
services. We will also safeguard and promote the artistic and cultural
heritage of the United States and its people domestically and
internationally. Finally, my Administration will strengthen our Nation's
democracy, increase civic engagement and public service, bolster social
cohesion, and advance the cause of equity and accessibility by lifting
up more--and more diverse--voices and experiences through Federal
support for the arts, the humanities, and museum and library services.
Sec. 2. The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. (a)
There is established within the Institute of Museum and Library Services
(IMLS) the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities
(Committee) to inform and support the national engagement with Americans
necessary to advance the arts, the humanities, and museum and library
services.
(b) The Committee shall be structured as follows:
(i) The Committee shall be composed of the Chairperson of the National
Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the Chairperson of the National Endowment for
the Humanities (NEH), the Director of the IMLS, and no more than 25
additional persons who are not full-time officers or employees of the
Federal Government (non-Federal members) who shall be appointed by the
President. The non-Federal members:
(A) shall be selected from among private individuals and State, local,
and Tribal officials;
(B) shall have a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and areas of
expertise; and
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(C) shall have a demonstrated interest in and commitment to support for
the arts, the humanities, and museum and library services.
(ii) The Librarian of Congress, the Secretary of the Smithsonian
Institution, the Director of the National Gallery of Art, and the Chairman
of the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing
Arts shall be invited to serve as additional, non-voting members of the
Committee.
(iii) The President shall designate a Chair or two Co-Chairs from among the
non-Federal members of the Committee.
(c) The Committee shall be solely advisory and shall provide
recommendations to the President and the heads of the NEA, NEH, and IMLS
on:
(i) advancing the policy objectives set forth in section 1 of this order,
including with respect to community well-being; economic development and
mobility; public, physical, and mental health; education; resilience and
adaptation, as well as combatting climate change; civic and democratic
engagement; and support for the artistic and cultural heritage of the
United States;
(ii) promoting philanthropic and private sector engagement with and support
for the arts, the humanities, and museum and library services to advance
the policy objectives set forth in section 1 of this order;
(iii) enhancing the effectiveness of Federal support for the arts, the
humanities, and museum and library services to advance the policy
objectives set forth in section 1 of this order; and
(iv) catalyzing the engagement of the Nation's artists, humanities
scholars, cultural heritage practitioners, and leaders in the arts, the
humanities, and museum and library services, including with respect to:
(A) engagement in significant cultural events; and
(B) promoting the recognition of excellence in the arts, the humanities,
and museum and library services, and their relevance to our Nation's social
and economic well-being.
(d) The Committee's recommendations pursuant to subsection (c) of
this section shall be conveyed in accordance with subsection (g) of this
section.
(e) The Committee shall be administered as follows:
(i) The IMLS shall provide funding and administrative support for the
Committee, including facilities, staff, equipment, and other support
services, to the extent permitted by law and subject to the availability of
appropriations. Private funds accepted under the IMLS's gift authority may
be used to pay expenses of the Committee, as appropriate and consistent
with applicable law.
(ii) The Director of the IMLS may designate an Executive Director to
coordinate the work of the Committee. The Executive Director shall report
to the Director of the IMLS and shall meet with all of the heads of the
NEA, NEH, and IMLS on a quarterly basis.
(iii) Members of the Committee shall serve without compensation for their
work on the Committee, but shall be allowed travel expenses, including per
diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized by law for persons serving
intermittently in the Government service (5 U.S.C. 5701-5707).
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(f) The Committee shall meet twice a year.
(g) On an annual basis, and at other times as appropriate, the Chair
or Co-Chairs of the Committee shall report to the President through the
heads of the NEA, NEH, and IMLS on the Committee's progress in carrying
out its mission, any recommendations it has, and its plans for the
coming year.
(h) Insofar as the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5
U.S.C. App.), may apply to the Committee, any functions of the President
under that Act, except that of reporting to the Congress, shall be
performed by the Director of the IMLS, in consultation with the heads of
the NEA and NEH, and in accordance with guidelines issued by the
Administrator of General Services.
(i) The Committee shall terminate 2 years from the date of this
order, unless extended by the President.
Sec. 3. Interagency Cooperation to Advance the Arts and Humanities. (a)
The heads of executive departments and agencies and White House policy
councils, including those listed below, or their designees, who must be
senior officials, shall advise, coordinate with, and consider
undertaking joint projects and initiatives with the heads of the NEA,
NEH, and IMLS, as appropriate and consistent with applicable law, to
advance the policy objectives set forth in section 1 of this order:
(i) the Department of State;
(ii) the Department of the Treasury;
(iii) the Department of Defense;
(iv) the Department of Justice;
(v) the Department of the Interior;
(vi) the Department of Agriculture;
(vii) the Department of Commerce;
(viii) the Department of Labor;
(ix) the Department of Health and Human Services;
(x) the Department of Housing and Urban Development;
(xi) the Department of Transportation;
(xii) the Department of Energy;
(xiii) the Department of Education;
(xiv) the Department of Veterans Affairs;
(xv) the Office of Management and Budget;
(xvi) the Small Business Administration;
(xvii) the General Services Administration;
(xviii) the Corporation for National and Community Service;
(xix) the National Institutes of Health;
(xx) the National Science Foundation;
(xxi) the Domestic Policy Council;
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(xxii) the National Economic Council;
(xxiii) the Gender Policy Council;
(xxiv) the White House Climate Policy Office; and
(xxv) the Office of Science and Technology Policy.
(b) The heads of agencies described in section 3502(5) of title 44,
United States Code, are encouraged to comply with the provisions of this
section.
(c) The heads of the NEA, NEH, and IMLS shall consider joint
initiatives that would further the policy objectives set forth in
section 1 of this order, and then may carry out those initiatives to the
extent permitted by law.
Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 30, 2022.
Executive Order 14085 of October 3, 2022
Expanding Eligibility for Certain Military Decorations and Awards
By the authority vested in me as President and as Commander in Chief of
the Armed Forces of the United States by the Constitution and the laws
of the United States of America, the following Executive Orders are
amended as follows:
Section 1. Amendments to Executive Order 9158. Executive Order 9158 of
May 11, 1942 (Air Medal), as amended by Executive Order 9242-A of
September 11, 1942 (Amending Executive Order No. 9158 of May 11, 1942,
to Provide that the Air Medal May Be Awarded to Persons Serving with the
Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States), is
further amended as follows:
(a) The first paragraph is amended--
(i) by striking ``Army and Navy'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``Armed
Forces'';
(ii) by striking ``any person'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``those
individuals'';
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(iii) by inserting ``Air Force, Space Force,'' after ``Marine Corps,''; and
(iv) by striking ``distinguishes, or has distinguished, himself'' and
inserting in lieu thereof ``distinguish, or have distinguished,
themselves''.
(b) The second paragraph is amended--
(i) by amending the first sentence to read as follows: ``The Air Medal and
appurtenances thereto shall be of appropriate design approved by the
Secretary of Defense and, under such regulations as the Secretaries of the
military departments may prescribe, may be awarded by the Secretary of the
Army, the Secretary of the Navy, the Secretary of the Air Force, or the
Secretary of Homeland Security with respect to the Coast Guard when it is
not operating as a service in the Navy, or by such commanding officers of
the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, or Coast Guard as the
said Secretaries may respectively designate.''; and
(ii) in the second sentence, by striking ``his jurisdiction'' and inserting
in lieu thereof ``the jurisdiction of the Navy''.
(c) The following new paragraph is added at the end of the Executive
Order: ``The regulations of the Secretaries of the military departments
concerned with respect to the award of the Air Medal shall, so far as
practicable, be uniform and shall be subject to the approval of the
Secretary of Defense.''.
Sec. 2. Amendments to Executive Order 8809. Executive Order 8809 of June
28, 1941 (Good Conduct Medal), as amended by Executive Order 9323 of
March 31, 1943 (Amendment of Executive Order No. 8809 of June 28, 1941,
Establishing the Good Conduct Medal), and Executive Order 10444 of April
10, 1953 (Amendment of Executive Order No. 8809 of June 28, 1941,
Establishing the Good Conduct Medal, As Amended by Executive Order No.
9323 of March 31, 1943), is further amended--
(a) by striking ``men'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``members'';
(b) by inserting ``and on or after December 20, 2019, in the case of
the United States Space Force,'' after ``August 27, 1940,'';
(c) by inserting ``and on or after December 20, 2019, in the case of
the United States Space Force,'' after ``December 7, 1941,''; and
(d) by inserting ``, and on or after December 20, 2019, in the case
of the United States Space Force'' after ``June 27, 1950''.
Sec. 3. Amendments to Executive Order 10694. Paragraph 1 of Executive
Order 10694 of January 10, 1957 (Authorizing the Secretaries of the
Army, Navy, and Air Force to Issue Citations in the Name of the
President of the United States to Military and Naval Units for
Outstanding Performance in Action), is amended by inserting ``, and on
or after December 20, 2019, in the case of the Space Force'' after ``or
the Air Force''.
Sec. 4. Amendments to Executive Order 11046. Paragraph 1 of Executive
Order 11046 of August 24, 1962 (Authorizing Award of the Bronze Star
Medal), is amended--
(a) by striking ``Transportation'' and inserting in lieu thereof
``Homeland Security'';
(b) by striking ``any person'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``those
individuals'';
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(c) by inserting ``Space Force,'' after ``Air Force,''; and
(d) by striking ``distinguishes, or has distinguished, himself'' and
inserting in lieu thereof ``distinguish, or have distinguished,
themselves''.
Sec. 5. Amendments to Executive Order 13830. Executive Order 13830 of
April 20, 2018 (Delegation of Authority to Approve Certain Military
Decorations), is amended as follows:
(a) The paragraph preceding section 1 is amended--
(i) by striking ``3742, 3743, 3746, 3749, 3750, 6242, 6243, 6244, 6245,
6246, 8742, 8743, 8746, 8749, and 8750'' and inserting in lieu thereof
``7272, 7273, 7276, 7279, 7280, 8292, 8293, 8294, 8295, 8296, 9272, 9273,
9276, 9279, 9280, and 9280a''; and
(ii) by striking ``491a, 492, 492a, 492b, and 493'' and inserting in lieu
thereof ``2735, 2736, 2737, 2738, and 2739''.
(b) Section 1 is amended--
(i) by striking ``any person'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``those
individuals'';
(ii) by inserting ``Space Force,'' after ``Air Force,''; and
(iii) by striking ``distinguishes himself or herself'' and inserting in
lieu thereof ``distinguish themselves''.
(c) Section 2 is amended--
(i) by striking ``any person'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``those
individuals'';
(ii) by inserting ``Space Force,'' after ``Air Force,''; and
(iii) by striking ``distinguishes himself or herself'' and inserting in
lieu thereof ``distinguish themselves''.
(d) Section 3 is amended by inserting ``Space Force,'' after ``Air
Force,''.
(e) Section 4 is amended--
(i) in paragraph (a)--
(A) by striking ``any member'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``members'';
and
(B) by striking ``has distinguished himself or herself'' and inserting in
lieu thereof ``distinguish themselves''; and
(ii) in paragraph (c), by striking ``his''.
(f) Section 5(a) is amended--
(i) by striking ``any eligible person'' and inserting in lieu thereof
``eligible persons''; and
(ii) by striking ``distinguishes himself or herself'' and inserting in lieu
thereof ``distinguish themselves''.
(g) Section 6(a) is amended--
(i) by striking ``any person'' and inserting in lieu thereof ``those
individuals''; and
(ii) by striking ``distinguishes himself or herself'' and inserting in lieu
thereof ``distinguish themselves''.
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Sec. 6. Amendments to Executive Order 11545. Executive Order 11545 of
July 9, 1970 (Establishing the Defense Distinguished Service Medal), is
amended as follows:
(a) Section 1 is amended by striking ``military officer'' and
inserting in lieu thereof ``member of the Armed Forces of the United
States''.
(b) Section 2 is amended by striking ``he'' and inserting in lieu
thereof ``the Secretary''.
Sec. 7. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 3, 2022.
Executive Order 14086 of October 7, 2022
Enhancing Safeguards for United States Signals Intelligence Activities
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The United States collects signals intelligence so
that its national security decisionmakers have access to the timely,
accurate, and insightful information necessary to advance the national
security interests of the United States and to protect its citizens and
the citizens of its allies and partners from harm. Signals intelligence
capabilities are a major reason we have been able to adapt to a dynamic
and challenging security environment, and the United States must
preserve and continue to develop robust and technologically advanced
signals intelligence capabilities to protect our security and that of
our allies and partners. At the same time, the United States recognizes
that signals intelligence activities must take into account that all
persons should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their
nationality or wherever they might reside, and that all persons have
legitimate privacy interests in the handling of their personal
information. Therefore, this order establishes safeguards for such
signals intelligence activities.
Sec. 2. Signals Intelligence Activities.
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(a) Principles. Signals intelligence activities shall be authorized
and conducted consistent with the following principles:
(i) Signals intelligence activities shall be authorized by statute or by
Executive Order, proclamation, or other Presidential directive and
undertaken in accordance with the Constitution and with applicable statutes
and Executive Orders, proclamations, and other Presidential directives.
(ii) Signals intelligence activities shall be subject to appropriate
safeguards, which shall ensure that privacy and civil liberties are
integral considerations in the planning and implementation of such
activities so that:
(A) signals intelligence activities shall be conducted only following a
determination, based on a reasonable assessment of all relevant factors,
that the activities are necessary to advance a validated intelligence
priority, although signals intelligence does not have to be the sole means
available or used for advancing aspects of the validated intelligence
priority; and
(B) signals intelligence activities shall be conducted only to the extent
and in a manner that is proportionate to the validated intelligence
priority for which they have been authorized, with the aim of achieving a
proper balance between the importance of the validated intelligence
priority being advanced and the impact on the privacy and civil liberties
of all persons, regardless of their nationality or wherever they might
reside.
(iii) Signals intelligence activities shall be subjected to rigorous
oversight in order to ensure that they comport with the principles
identified above.
(b) Objectives. Signals intelligence collection activities shall be
conducted in pursuit of legitimate objectives.
(i) Legitimate objectives.
(A) Signals intelligence collection activities shall be conducted only in
pursuit of one or more of the following objectives:
(1) understanding or assessing the capabilities, intentions,
or activities of a foreign government, a foreign military, a
faction of a foreign nation, a foreign-based political
organization, or an entity acting on behalf of or controlled by
any such foreign government, military, faction, or political
organization, in order to protect the national security of the
United States and of its allies and partners;
(2) understanding or assessing the capabilities, intentions,
or activities of foreign organizations, including international
terrorist organizations, that pose a current or potential threat
to the national security of the United States or of its allies or
partners;
(3) understanding or assessing transnational threats that
impact global security, including climate and other ecological
change, public health risks, humanitarian threats, political
instability, and geographic rivalry;
(4) protecting against foreign military capabilities and
activities;
(5) protecting against terrorism, the taking of hostages, and
the holding of individuals captive (including the identification,
location, and rescue of hostages and captives) conducted by or on
behalf of a foreign government, foreign organization, or foreign
person;
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(6) protecting against espionage, sabotage, assassination, or
other intelligence activities conducted by, on behalf of, or with
the assistance of a foreign government, foreign organization, or
foreign person;
(7) protecting against threats from the development,
possession, or proliferation of weapons of mass destruction or
related technologies and threats conducted by, on behalf of, or
with the assistance of a foreign government, foreign organization,
or foreign person;
(8) protecting against cybersecurity threats created or
exploited by, or malicious cyber activities conducted by or on
behalf of, a foreign government, foreign organization, or foreign
person;
(9) protecting against threats to the personnel of the United
States or of its allies or partners;
(10) protecting against transnational criminal threats,
including illicit finance and sanctions evasion related to one or
more of the other objectives identified in subsection (b)(i) of
this section;
(11) protecting the integrity of elections and political
processes, government property, and United States infrastructure
(both physical and electronic) from activities conducted by, on
behalf of, or with the assistance of a foreign government, foreign
organization, or foreign person; and
(12) advancing collection or operational capabilities or
activities in order to further a legitimate objective identified
in subsection (b)(i) of this section.
(B) The President may authorize updates to the list of objectives in
light of new national security imperatives, such as new or heightened
threats to the national security of the United States, for which the
President determines that signals intelligence collection activities may be
used. The Director of National Intelligence (Director) shall publicly
release any updates to the list of objectives authorized by the President,
unless the President determines that doing so would pose a risk to the
national security of the United States.
(ii) Prohibited objectives.
(A) Signals intelligence collection activities shall not be conducted for
the purpose of:
(1) suppressing or burdening criticism, dissent, or the free
expression of ideas or political opinions by individuals or the
press;
(2) suppressing or restricting legitimate privacy interests;
(3) suppressing or restricting a right to legal counsel; or
(4) disadvantaging persons based on their ethnicity, race,
gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religion.
(B) It is not a legitimate objective to collect foreign private
commercial information or trade secrets to afford a competitive advantage
to United States companies and United States business sectors commercially.
The collection of such information is authorized only to protect the
national security of the United States or of its allies or partners.
(iii) Validation of signals intelligence collection priorities.
(A) Under section 102A of the National Security Act of 1947, as amended
(50 U.S.C. 3024), the Director must establish priorities for the
Intelligence Community to ensure the timely and effective collection of
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national intelligence, including national intelligence collected through
signals intelligence. The Director does this through the National
Intelligence Priorities Framework (NIPF), which the Director maintains and
presents to the President, through the Assistant to the President for
National Security Affairs, on a regular basis. In order to ensure that
signals intelligence collection activities are undertaken to advance
legitimate objectives, before presenting the NIPF or any successor
framework that identifies intelligence priorities to the President, the
Director shall obtain from the Civil Liberties Protection Officer of the
Office of the Director of National Intelligence (CLPO) an assessment as to
whether, with regard to anticipated signals intelligence collection
activities, each of the intelligence priorities identified in the NIPF or
successor framework:
(1) advances one or more of the legitimate objectives set
forth in subsection (b)(i) of this section;
(2) neither was designed nor is anticipated to result in
signals intelligence collection in contravention of the prohibited
objectives set forth in subsection (b)(ii) of this section; and
(3) was established after appropriate consideration for the
privacy and civil liberties of all persons, regardless of their
nationality or wherever they might reside.
(B) If the Director disagrees with any aspect of the CLPO's assessment
with respect to any of the intelligence priorities identified in the NIPF
or successor framework, the Director shall include the CLPO's assessment
and the Director's views when presenting the NIPF to the President.
(c) Privacy and civil liberties safeguards. The following safeguards
shall fulfill the principles contained in subsections (a)(ii) and
(a)(iii) of this section.
(i) Collection of signals intelligence.
(A) The United States shall conduct signals intelligence collection
activities only following a determination that a specific signals
intelligence collection activity, based on a reasonable assessment of all
relevant factors, is necessary to advance a validated intelligence
priority, although signals intelligence does not have to be the sole means
available or used for advancing aspects of the validated intelligence
priority; it could be used, for example, to ensure alternative pathways for
validation or for maintaining reliable access to the same information. In
determining whether to collect signals intelligence consistent with this
principle, the United States--through an element of the Intelligence
Community or through an interagency committee consisting in whole or in
part of the heads of elements of the Intelligence Community, the heads of
departments containing such elements, or their designees--shall consider
the availability, feasibility, and appropriateness of other less intrusive
sources and methods for collecting the information necessary to advance a
validated intelligence priority, including from diplomatic and public
sources, and shall prioritize such available, feasible, and appropriate
alternatives to signals intelligence.
(B) Signals intelligence collection activities shall be as tailored as
feasible to advance a validated intelligence priority and, taking due
account of relevant factors, not disproportionately impact privacy and
civil liberties. Such factors may include, depending on the circumstances,
the
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nature of the pursued objective; the feasible steps taken to limit the
scope of the collection to the authorized purpose; the intrusiveness of the
collection activity, including its duration; the probable contribution of
the collection to the objective pursued; the reasonably foreseeable
consequences to individuals, including unintended third parties; the nature
and sensitivity of the data to be collected; and the safeguards afforded to
the information collected.
(C) For purposes of subsection (c)(i) of this section, the scope of a
specific signals intelligence collection activity may include, for example,
a specific line of effort or target, as appropriate.
(ii) Bulk collection of signals intelligence.
(A) Targeted collection shall be prioritized. The bulk collection of
signals intelligence shall be authorized only based on a determination--by
an element of the Intelligence Community or through an interagency
committee consisting in whole or in part of the heads of elements of the
Intelligence Community, the heads of departments containing such elements,
or their designees--that the information necessary to advance a validated
intelligence priority cannot reasonably be obtained by targeted collection.
When it is determined to be necessary to engage in bulk collection in order
to advance a validated intelligence priority, the element of the
Intelligence Community shall apply reasonable methods and technical
measures in order to limit the data collected to only what is necessary to
advance a validated intelligence priority, while minimizing the collection
of non-pertinent information.
(B) Each element of the Intelligence Community that collects signals
intelligence through bulk collection shall use such information only in
pursuit of one or more of the following objectives:
(1) protecting against terrorism, the taking of hostages, and
the holding of individuals captive (including the identification,
location, and rescue of hostages and captives) conducted by or on
behalf of a foreign government, foreign organization, or foreign
person;
(2) protecting against espionage, sabotage, assassination, or
other intelligence activities conducted by, on behalf of, or with
the assistance of a foreign government, foreign organization, or
foreign person;
(3) protecting against threats from the development,
possession, or proliferation of weapons of mass destruction or
related technologies and threats conducted by, on behalf of, or
with the assistance of a foreign government, foreign organization,
or foreign person;
(4) protecting against cybersecurity threats created or
exploited by, or malicious cyber activities conducted by or on
behalf of, a foreign government, foreign organization, or foreign
person;
(5) protecting against threats to the personnel of the United
States or of its allies or partners; and
(6) protecting against transnational criminal threats,
including illicit finance and sanctions evasion related to one or
more of the other objectives identified in subsection (c)(ii) of
this section.
(C) The President may authorize updates to the list of objectives in
light of new national security imperatives, such as new or heightened
threats to the national security of the United States, for which the
President determines that bulk collection may be used. The Director shall
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publicly release any updates to the list of objectives authorized by the
President, unless the President determines that doing so would pose a risk
to the national security of the United States.
(D) In order to minimize any impact on privacy and civil liberties, a
targeted signals intelligence collection activity that temporarily uses
data acquired without discriminants (for example, without specific
identifiers or selection terms) shall be subject to the safeguards
described in this subsection, unless such data is:
(1) used only to support the initial technical phase of the
targeted signals intelligence collection activity;
(2) retained for only the short period of time required to
complete this phase; and
(3) thereafter deleted.
(iii) Handling of personal information collected through signals
intelligence.
(A) Minimization. Each element of the Intelligence Community that handles
personal information collected through signals intelligence shall establish
and apply policies and procedures designed to minimize the dissemination
and retention of personal information collected through signals
intelligence.
(1) Dissemination. Each element of the Intelligence Community
that handles personal information collected through signals
intelligence:
(a) shall disseminate non-United States persons' personal
information collected through signals intelligence only if it
involves one or more of the comparable types of information that
section 2.3 of Executive Order 12333 of December 4, 1981 (United
States Intelligence Activities), as amended, states may be
disseminated in the case of information concerning United States
persons;
(b) shall not disseminate personal information collected through
signals intelligence solely because of a person's nationality or
country of residence;
(c) shall disseminate within the United States Government
personal information collected through signals intelligence only
if an authorized and appropriately trained individual has a
reasonable belief that the personal information will be
appropriately protected and that the recipient has a need to
know the information;
(d) shall take due account of the purpose of the dissemination,
the nature and extent of the personal information being
disseminated, and the potential for harmful impact on the person
or persons concerned before disseminating personal information
collected through signals intelligence to recipients outside the
United States Government, including to a foreign government or
international organization; and
(e) shall not disseminate personal information collected through
signals intelligence for the purpose of circumventing the
provisions of this order.
(2) Retention. Each element of the Intelligence Community that
handles personal information collected through signals
intelligence:
(a) shall retain non-United States persons' personal information
collected through signals intelligence only if the retention of
comparable
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information concerning United States persons would be permitted
under applicable law and shall subject such information to the
same retention periods that would apply to comparable
information concerning United States persons;
(b) shall subject non-United States persons' personal
information collected through signals intelligence for which no
final retention determination has been made to the same
temporary retention periods that would apply to comparable
information concerning United States persons; and
(c) shall delete non-United States persons' personal information
collected through signals intelligence that may no longer be
retained in the same manner that comparable information
concerning United States persons would be deleted.
(B) Data security and access. Each element of the Intelligence Community
that handles personal information collected through signals intelligence:
(1) shall process and store personal information collected
through signals intelligence under conditions that provide
appropriate protection and prevent access by unauthorized persons,
consistent with the applicable safeguards for sensitive
information contained in relevant Executive Orders, proclamations,
other Presidential directives, Intelligence Community directives,
and associated policies;
(2) shall limit access to such personal information to
authorized personnel who have a need to know the information to
perform their mission and have received appropriate training on
the requirements of applicable United States law, as described in
policies and procedures issued under subsection (c)(iv) of this
section; and
(3) shall ensure that personal information collected through
signals intelligence for which no final retention determination
has been made is accessed only in order to make or support such a
determination or to conduct authorized administrative, testing,
development, security, or oversight functions.
(C) Data quality. Each element of the Intelligence Community that handles
personal information collected through signals intelligence shall include
such personal information in intelligence products only as consistent with
applicable Intelligence Community standards for accuracy and objectivity,
with a focus on applying standards relating to the quality and reliability
of the information, consideration of alternative sources of information and
interpretations of data, and objectivity in performing analysis.
(D) Queries of bulk collection. Each element of the Intelligence
Community that conducts queries of unminimized signals intelligence
obtained by bulk collection shall do so consistent with the permissible
uses of signals intelligence obtained by bulk collection identified in
subsection (c)(ii)(B) of this section and according to policies and
procedures issued under subsection (c)(iv) of this section, which shall
appropriately take into account the impact on the privacy and civil
liberties of all persons, regardless of their nationality or wherever they
might reside.
(E) Documentation. In order to facilitate the oversight processes set
forth in subsection (d) of this section and the redress mechanism set
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forth in section 3 of this order, each element of the Intelligence
Community that engages in signals intelligence collection activities shall
maintain documentation to the extent reasonable in light of the nature and
type of collection at issue and the context in which it is collected. The
content of any such documentation may vary based on the circumstances but
shall, to the extent reasonable, provide the factual basis pursuant to
which the element of the Intelligence Community, based on a reasonable
assessment of all relevant factors, assesses that the signals intelligence
collection activity is necessary to advance a validated intelligence
priority.
(iv) Update and publication of policies and procedures. The head of each
element of the Intelligence Community:
(A) shall continue to use the policies and procedures issued pursuant to
Presidential Policy Directive 28 of January 17, 2014 (Signals Intelligence
Activities) (PPD-28), until they are updated pursuant to subsection
(c)(iv)(B) of this section;
(B) shall, within 1 year of the date of this order, in consultation with
the Attorney General, the CLPO, and the Privacy and Civil Liberties
Oversight Board (PCLOB), update those policies and procedures as necessary
to implement the privacy and civil liberties safeguards in this order; and
(C) shall, within 1 year of the date of this order, release these
policies and procedures publicly to the maximum extent possible, consistent
with the protection of intelligence sources and methods, in order to
enhance the public's understanding of, and to promote public trust in, the
safeguards pursuant to which the United States conducts signals
intelligence activities.
(v) Review by the PCLOB.
(A) Nature of review. Consistent with applicable law, the PCLOB is
encouraged to conduct a review of the updated policies and procedures
described in subsection (c)(iv)(B) of this section once they have been
issued to ensure that they are consistent with the enhanced safeguards
contained in this order.
(B) Consideration of review. Within 180 days of completion of any review
by the PCLOB described in subsection (c)(v)(A) of this section, the head of
each element of the Intelligence Community shall carefully consider and
shall implement or otherwise address all recommendations contained in such
review, consistent with applicable law.
(d) Subjecting signals intelligence activities to rigorous
oversight. The actions directed in this subsection are designed to build
on the oversight mechanisms that elements of the Intelligence Community
already have in place, in order to further ensure that signals
intelligence activities are subjected to rigorous oversight.
(i) Legal, oversight, and compliance officials. Each element of the
Intelligence Community that collects signals intelligence:
(A) shall have in place senior-level legal, oversight, and compliance
officials who conduct periodic oversight of signals intelligence
activities, including an Inspector General, a Privacy and Civil Liberties
Officer, and an officer or officers in a designated compliance role with
the authority
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to conduct oversight of and ensure compliance with applicable United States
law;
(B) shall provide such legal, oversight, and compliance officials access
to all information pertinent to carrying out their oversight
responsibilities under this subsection, consistent with the protection of
intelligence sources or methods, including their oversight responsibilities
to ensure that any appropriate actions are taken to remediate an incident
of non-compliance with applicable United States law; and
(C) shall not take any actions designed to impede or improperly influence
such legal, oversight, and compliance officials in carrying out their
oversight responsibilities under this subsection.
(ii) Training. Each element of the Intelligence Community shall maintain
appropriate training requirements to ensure that all employees with access
to signals intelligence know and understand the requirements of this order
and the policies and procedures for reporting and remediating incidents of
non-compliance with applicable United States law.
(iii) Significant incidents of non-compliance.
(A) Each element of the Intelligence Community shall ensure that, if a
legal, oversight, or compliance official, as described in subsection (d)(i)
of this section, or any other employee, identifies a significant incident
of non-compliance with applicable United States law, the incident is
reported promptly to the head of the element of the Intelligence Community,
the head of the executive department or agency (agency) containing the
element of the Intelligence Community (to the extent relevant), and the
Director.
(B) Upon receipt of such report, the head of the element of the
Intelligence Community, the head of the agency containing the element of
the Intelligence Community (to the extent relevant), and the Director shall
ensure that any necessary actions are taken to remediate and prevent the
recurrence of the significant incident of non-compliance.
(e) Savings clause. Provided the signals intelligence collection is
conducted consistent with and in the manner prescribed by this section
of this order, this order does not limit any signals intelligence
collection technique authorized under the National Security Act of 1947,
as amended (50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.), the Foreign Intelligence
Surveillance Act of 1978, as amended (50 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.) (FISA),
Executive Order 12333, or other applicable law or Presidential
directive.
Sec. 3. Signals Intelligence Redress Mechanism.
(a) Purpose. This section establishes a redress mechanism to review
qualifying complaints transmitted by the appropriate public authority in
a qualifying state concerning United States signals intelligence
activities for any covered violation of United States law and, if
necessary, appropriate remediation.
(b) Process for submission of qualifying complaints. Within 60 days
of the date of this order, the Director, in consultation with the
Attorney General and the heads of elements of the Intelligence Community
that collect or handle personal information collected through signals
intelligence, shall establish a process for the submission of qualifying
complaints transmitted by the appropriate public authority in a
qualifying state.
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(c) Initial investigation of qualifying complaints by the CLPO.
(i) Establishment. The Director, in consultation with the Attorney General,
shall establish a process that authorizes the CLPO to investigate, review,
and, as necessary, order appropriate remediation for qualifying complaints.
This process shall govern how the CLPO will review qualifying complaints in
a manner that protects classified or otherwise privileged or protected
information and shall ensure, at a minimum, that for each qualifying
complaint the CLPO shall:
(A) review information necessary to investigate the qualifying complaint;
(B) exercise its statutory and delegated authority to determine whether
there was a covered violation by:
(i) taking into account both relevant national security
interests and applicable privacy protections;
(ii) giving appropriate deference to any relevant
determinations made by national security officials; and
(iii) applying the law impartially;
(C) determine the appropriate remediation for any covered violation;
(D) provide a classified report on information indicating a violation of
any authority subject to the oversight of the Foreign Intelligence
Surveillance Court (FISC) to the Assistant Attorney General for National
Security, who shall report violations to the FISC in accordance with its
rules of procedure;
(E) after the review is completed, inform the complainant, through the
appropriate public authority in a qualifying state and without confirming
or denying that the complainant was subject to United States signals
intelligence activities, that:
(1) ``the review either did not identify any covered
violations or the Civil Liberties Protection Officer of the Office
of the Director of National Intelligence issued a determination
requiring appropriate remediation'';
(2) the complainant or an element of the Intelligence
Community may, as prescribed in the regulations issued by the
Attorney General pursuant to section 3(d)(i) of this order, apply
for review of the CLPO's determinations by the Data Protection
Review Court described in subsection (d) of this section; and
(3) if either the complainant or an element of the
Intelligence Community applies for review by the Data Protection
Review Court, a special advocate will be selected by the Data
Protection Review Court to advocate regarding the complainant's
interest in the matter;
(F) maintain appropriate documentation of its review of the qualifying
complaint and produce a classified decision explaining the basis for its
factual findings, determination with respect to whether a covered violation
occurred, and determination of the appropriate remediation in the event
there was such a violation, consistent with its statutory and delegated
authority;
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(G) prepare a classified ex parte record of review, which shall consist
of the appropriate documentation of its review of the qualifying complaint
and the classified decision described in subsection (c)(i)(F) of this
section; and
(H) provide any necessary support to the Data Protection Review Court.
(ii) Binding effect. Each element of the Intelligence Community, and each
agency containing an element of the Intelligence Community, shall comply
with any determination by the CLPO to undertake appropriate remediation
pursuant to subsection (c)(i)(C) of this section, subject to any contrary
determination by the Data Protection Review Court.
(iii) Assistance. Each element of the Intelligence Community shall provide
the CLPO with access to information necessary to conduct the reviews
described in subsection (c)(i) of this section, consistent with the
protection of intelligence sources and methods, and shall not take any
actions designed to impede or improperly influence the CLPO's reviews.
Privacy and civil liberties officials within elements of the Intelligence
Community shall also support the CLPO as it performs the reviews described
in subsection (c)(i) of this section.
(iv) Independence. The Director shall not interfere with a review by the
CLPO of a qualifying complaint under subsection (c)(i) of this section; nor
shall the Director remove the CLPO for any actions taken pursuant to this
order, except for instances of misconduct, malfeasance, breach of security,
neglect of duty, or incapacity.
(d) Data Protection Review Court.
(i) Establishment. The Attorney General is authorized to and shall
establish a process to review determinations made by the CLPO under
subsection (c)(i) of this section. In exercising that authority, the
Attorney General shall, within 60 days of the date of this order,
promulgate regulations establishing a Data Protection Review Court to
exercise the Attorney General's authority to review such determinations.
These regulations shall, at a minimum, provide that:
(A) The Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce,
the Director, and the PCLOB, shall appoint individuals to serve as judges
on the Data Protection Review Court, who shall be legal practitioners with
appropriate experience in the fields of data privacy and national security
law, giving weight to individuals with prior judicial experience, and who
shall not be, at the time of their initial appointment, employees of the
United States Government. During their term of appointment on the Data
Protection Review Court, such judges shall not have any official duties or
employment within the United States Government other than their official
duties and employment as judges on the Data Protection Review Court.
(B) Upon receipt of an application for review filed by the complainant or
an element of the Intelligence Community of a determination made by the
CLPO under subsection (c) of this section, a three-judge panel of the Data
Protection Review Court shall be convened to review the application.
Service on the Data Protection Review Court panel shall require that the
judge hold the requisite security clearances to access classified national
security information.
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(C) Upon being convened, the Data Protection Review Court panel shall
select a special advocate through procedures prescribed in the Attorney
General's regulations. The special advocate shall assist the panel in its
consideration of the application for review, including by advocating
regarding the complainant's interest in the matter and ensuring that the
Data Protection Review Court panel is well informed of the issues and the
law with respect to the matter. Service as a special advocate shall require
that the special advocate hold the requisite security clearances to access
classified national security information and to adhere to restrictions
prescribed in the Attorney General's regulations on communications with the
complainant to ensure the protection of classified or otherwise privileged
or protected information.
(D) The Data Protection Review Court panel shall impartially review the
determinations made by the CLPO with respect to whether a covered violation
occurred and the appropriate remediation in the event there was such a
violation. The review shall be based at a minimum on the classified ex
parte record of review described in subsection (c)(i)(F) of this section
and information or submissions provided by the complainant, the special
advocate, or an element of the Intelligence Community. In reviewing
determinations made by the CLPO, the Data Protection Review Court panel
shall be guided by relevant decisions of the United States Supreme Court in
the same way as are courts established under Article III of the United
States Constitution, including those decisions regarding appropriate
deference to relevant determinations of national security officials.
(E) In the event that the Data Protection Review Court panel disagrees
with any of the CLPO's determinations with respect to whether a covered
violation occurred or the appropriate remediation in the event there was
such a violation, the panel shall issue its own determinations.
(F) The Data Protection Review Court panel shall provide a classified
report on information indicating a violation of any authority subject to
the oversight of the FISC to the Assistant Attorney General for National
Security, who shall report violations to the FISC in accordance with its
rules of procedure.
(G) After the review is completed, the CLPO shall be informed of the Data
Protection Review Court panel's determinations through procedures
prescribed by the Attorney General's regulations.
(H) After a review is completed in response to a complainant's
application for review, the Data Protection Review Court, through
procedures prescribed by the Attorney General's regulations, shall inform
the complainant, through the appropriate public authority in a qualifying
state and without confirming or denying that the complainant was subject to
United States signals intelligence activities, that ``the review either did
not identify any covered violations or the Data Protection Review Court
issued a determination requiring appropriate remediation.''
(ii) Binding effect. Each element of the Intelligence Community, and each
agency containing an element of the Intelligence Community, shall comply
with any determination by a Data Protection Review Court panel to undertake
appropriate remediation.
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(iii) Assistance. Each element of the Intelligence Community shall provide
the CLPO with access to information necessary to conduct the review
described in subsection (d)(i) of this section, consistent with the
protection of intelligence sources and methods, that a Data Protection
Review Court panel requests from the CLPO and shall not take any actions
for the purpose of impeding or improperly influencing a panel's review.
(iv) Independence. The Attorney General shall not interfere with a review
by a Data Protection Review Court panel of a determination the CLPO made
regarding a qualifying complaint under subsection (c)(i) of this section;
nor shall the Attorney General remove any judges appointed as provided in
subsection (d)(i)(A) of this section, or remove any judge from service on a
Data Protection Review Court panel, except for instances of misconduct,
malfeasance, breach of security, neglect of duty, or incapacity, after
taking due account of the standards in the Rules for Judicial-Conduct and
Judicial-Disability Proceedings promulgated by the Judicial Conference of
the United States pursuant to the Judicial Conduct and Disability Act (28
U.S.C. 351 et seq.).
(v) Record of determinations. For each qualifying complaint transmitted by
the appropriate public authority in a qualifying state, the Secretary of
Commerce shall:
(A) maintain a record of the complainant who submitted such complaint;
(B) not later than 5 years after the date of this order and no less than
every 5 years thereafter, contact the relevant element or elements of the
Intelligence Community regarding whether information pertaining to the
review of such complaint by the CLPO has been declassified and whether
information pertaining to the review of any application for review
submitted to the Data Protection Review Court has been declassified,
including whether an element of the Intelligence Community filed an
application for review with the Data Protection Review Court; and
(C) if informed that such information has been declassified, notify the
complainant, through the appropriate public authority in a qualifying
state, that information pertaining to the review of their complaint by the
CLPO or to the review of any application for review submitted to the Data
Protection Review Court may be available under applicable law.
(e) Annual review by PCLOB of redress process.
(i) Nature of review. Consistent with applicable law, the PCLOB is
encouraged to conduct an annual review of the processing of qualifying
complaints by the redress mechanism established by section 3 of this order,
including whether the CLPO and the Data Protection Review Court processed
qualifying complaints in a timely manner; whether the CLPO and the Data
Protection Review Court are obtaining full access to necessary information;
whether the CLPO and the Data Protection Review Court are operating
consistent with this order; whether the safeguards established by section 2
of this order are properly considered in the processes of the CLPO and the
Data Protection Review Court; and whether the elements of the Intelligence
Community have fully complied with determinations made by the CLPO and the
Data Protection Review Court.
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(ii) Assistance. The Attorney General, the CLPO, and the elements of the
Intelligence Community shall provide the PCLOB with access to information
necessary to conduct the review described in subsection (e)(i) of this
section, consistent with the protection of intelligence sources and
methods.
(iii) Report and certification. Within 30 days of completing any review
described in subsection (e)(i) of this section, the PCLOB is encouraged to:
(A) provide the President, the Attorney General, the Director, the heads
of elements of the Intelligence Community, the CLPO, and the congressional
intelligence committees with a classified report detailing the results of
its review;
(B) release to the public an unclassified version of the report; and
(C) make an annual public certification as to whether the redress
mechanism established pursuant to section 3 of this order is processing
complaints consistent with this order.
(iv) Consideration of review. Within 180 days of receipt of any report by
the PCLOB described in subsection (e)(iii)(A) of this section, the Attorney
General, the Director, the heads of elements of the Intelligence Community,
and the CLPO shall carefully consider and shall implement or otherwise
address all recommendations contained in such report, consistent with
applicable law.
(f) Designation of qualifying state.
(i) To implement the redress mechanism established by section 3 of this
order, the Attorney General is authorized to designate a country or
regional economic integration organization as a qualifying state for
purposes of the redress mechanism established pursuant to section 3 of this
order, effective immediately or on a date specified by the Attorney
General, if the Attorney General determines, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Director, that:
(A) the laws of the country, the regional economic integration
organization, or the regional economic integration organization's member
countries require appropriate safeguards in the conduct of signals
intelligence activities for United States persons' personal information
that is transferred from the United States to the territory of the country
or a member country of the regional economic integration organization;
(B) the country, the regional economic integration organization, or the
regional economic integration organization's member countries of the
regional economic integration organization permit, or are anticipated to
permit, the transfer of personal information for commercial purposes
between the territory of that country or those member countries and the
territory of the United States; and
(C) such designation would advance the national interests of the United
States.
(ii) The Attorney General may revoke or amend such a designation, effective
immediately or on a date specified by the Attorney General, if the Attorney
General determines, in consultation with the Secretary of State, the
Secretary of Commerce, and the Director, that:
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(A) the country, the regional economic integration organization, or the
regional economic integration organization's member countries do not
provide appropriate safeguards in the conduct of signals intelligence
activities for United States persons' personal information that is
transferred from the United States to the territory of the country or to a
member country of the regional economic integration organization;
(B) the country, the regional economic integration organization, or the
regional economic integration organization's member countries do not permit
the transfer of personal information for commercial purposes between the
territory of that country or those member countries and the territory of
the United States; or
(C) such designation is not in the national interests of the United
States.
Sec. 4. Definitions. For purposes of this order:
(a) ``Appropriate remediation'' means lawful measures designed to
fully redress an identified covered violation regarding a specific
complainant and limited to measures designed to address that specific
complainant's complaint, taking into account the ways that a violation
of the kind identified have customarily been addressed. Such measures
may include, depending on the specific covered violation at issue,
curing through administrative measures violations found to have been
procedural or technical errors relating to otherwise lawful access to or
handling of data, terminating acquisition of data where collection is
not lawfully authorized, deleting data that had been acquired without
lawful authorization, deleting the results of inappropriately conducted
queries of otherwise lawfully collected data, restricting access to
lawfully collected data to those appropriately trained, or recalling
intelligence reports containing data acquired without lawful
authorization or that were otherwise disseminated in a manner
inconsistent with United States law. Appropriate remediation shall be
narrowly tailored to redress the covered violation and to minimize
adverse impacts on the operations of the Intelligence Community and the
national security of the United States.
(b) ``Bulk collection'' means the authorized collection of large
quantities of signals intelligence data that, due to technical or
operational considerations, is acquired without the use of discriminants
(for example, without the use of specific identifiers or selection
terms).
(c) ``Counterintelligence'' shall have the same meaning as it has in
Executive Order 12333.
(d) ``Covered violation'' means a violation that:
(i) arises from signals intelligence activities conducted after the date of
this order regarding data transferred to the United States from a
qualifying state after the effective date of the Attorney General's
designation for such state, as provided in section 3(f)(i) of this order;
(ii) adversely affects the complainant's individual privacy and civil
liberties interests; and
(iii) violates one or more of the following:
(A) the United States Constitution;
(B) the applicable sections of FISA or any applicable FISC-approved
procedures;
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(C) Executive Order 12333 or any applicable agency procedures pursuant to
Executive Order 12333;
(D) this order or any applicable agency policies and procedures issued or
updated pursuant to this order (or the policies and procedures identified
in section 2(c)(iv)(A) of this order before they are updated pursuant to
section 2(c)(iv)(B) of this order);
(E) any successor statute, order, policies, or procedures to those
identified in section 4(d)(iii)(B)-(D) of this order; or
(F) any other statute, order, policies, or procedures adopted after the
date of this order that provides privacy and civil liberties safeguards
with respect to United States signals intelligence activities within the
scope of this order, as identified in a list published and updated by the
Attorney General, in consultation with the Director of National
Intelligence.
(e) ``Foreign intelligence'' shall have the same meaning as it has
in Executive Order 12333.
(f) ``Intelligence'' shall have the same meaning as it has in
Executive Order 12333.
(g) ``Intelligence Community'' and ``elements of the Intelligence
Community'' shall have the same meaning as they have in Executive Order
12333.
(h) ``National security'' shall have the same meaning as it has in
Executive Order 13526 of December 29, 2009 (Classified National Security
Information).
(i) ``Non-United States person'' means a person who is not a United
States person.
(j) ``Personnel of the United States or of its allies or partners''
means any current or former member of the Armed Forces of the United
States, any current or former official of the United States Government,
and any other person currently or formerly employed by or working on
behalf of the United States Government, as well as any current or former
member of the military, current or former official, or other person
currently or formerly employed by or working on behalf of an ally or
partner.
(k) ``Qualifying complaint'' means a complaint, submitted in
writing, that:
(i) alleges a covered violation has occurred that pertains to personal
information of or about the complainant, a natural person, reasonably
believed to have been transferred to the United States from a qualifying
state after the effective date of the Attorney General's designation for
such state, as provided in section 3(f)(i) of this order;
(ii) includes the following basic information to enable a review:
information that forms the basis for alleging that a covered violation has
occurred, which need not demonstrate that the complainant's data has in
fact been subject to United States signals intelligence activities; the
nature of the relief sought; the specific means by which personal
information of or about the complainant was believed to have been
transmitted to the United States; the identities of the United States
Government entities believed to be involved in the alleged violation (if
known); and any
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other measures the complainant pursued to obtain the relief requested and
the response received through those other measures;
(iii) is not frivolous, vexatious, or made in bad faith;
(iv) is brought on behalf of the complainant, acting on that person's own
behalf, and not as a representative of a governmental, nongovernmental, or
intergovernmental organization; and
(v) is transmitted by the appropriate public authority in a qualifying
state, after it has verified the identity of the complainant and that the
complaint satisfies the conditions of section 5(k)(i)-(iv) of this order.
(l) ``Significant incident of non-compliance'' shall mean a systemic
or intentional failure to comply with a principle, policy, or procedure
of applicable United States law that could impugn the reputation or
integrity of an element of the Intelligence Community or otherwise call
into question the propriety of an Intelligence Community activity,
including in light of any significant impact on the privacy and civil
liberties interests of the person or persons concerned.
(m) ``United States person'' shall have the same meaning as it has
in Executive Order 12333.
(n) ``Validated intelligence priority'' shall mean, for most United
States signals intelligence collection activities, a priority validated
under the process described in section 2(b)(iii) of this order; or, in
narrow circumstances (for example, when such process cannot be carried
out because of a need to address a new or evolving intelligence
requirement), shall mean a priority set by the President or the head of
an element of the Intelligence Community in accordance with the criteria
described in section 2(b)(iii)(A)(1)-(3) of this order to the extent
feasible.
(o) ``Weapons of mass destruction'' shall have the same meaning as
it has in Executive Order 13526.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department, agency, or the
head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law,
including orders of and procedures approved by the FISC, and subject to
the availability of appropriations.
(c) Nothing in this order precludes the application of more privacy-
protective safeguards for United States signals intelligence activities
that would apply in the absence of this order. In the case of any
conflict between this order and other applicable law, the more privacy-
protective safeguards shall govern the conduct of signals intelligence
activities, to the maximum extent allowed by law.
(d) Nothing in this order prohibits elements of the Intelligence
Community from disseminating information relating to a crime for law
enforcement purposes; disseminating warnings of threats of killing,
serious bodily injury, or kidnapping; disseminating cyber threat,
incident, or intrusion response information; notifying victims or
warning potential victims of
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crime; or complying with dissemination obligations required by statute,
treaty, or court order, including orders of and procedures approved by
the FISC or other court orders.
(e) The collection, retention, and dissemination of information
concerning United States persons is governed by multiple legal and
policy requirements, such as those required by FISA and Executive Order
12333. This order is not intended to alter the rules applicable to
United States persons adopted pursuant to FISA, Executive Order 12333,
or other applicable law.
(f) This order shall apply to signals intelligence activities
consistent with the scope of PPD-28's application to such activities
prior to PPD-28's partial revocation by the national security memorandum
issued concurrently with this order. To implement this subsection, the
head of each agency containing an element of the Intelligence Community,
in consultation with the Attorney General and the Director, is hereby
delegated the authority to issue guidance, which may be classified, as
appropriate, as to the scope of application of this order with respect
to the element or elements of the Intelligence Community within their
agency. The CLPO and the Data Protection Review Court, in carrying out
the functions assigned to it under this order, shall treat such guidance
as authoritative and binding.
(g) Nothing in this order confers authority to declassify or
disclose classified national security information except as authorized
pursuant to Executive Order 13526 or any successor order. Consistent
with the requirements of Executive Order 13526, the CLPO, the Data
Protection Review Court, and the special advocates shall not have
authority to declassify classified national security information, nor
shall they disclose any classified or otherwise privileged or protected
information except to authorized and appropriately cleared individuals
who have a need to know the information.
(h) This order creates an entitlement to submit qualifying
complaints to the CLPO and to obtain review of the CLPO's decisions by
the Data Protection Review Court in accordance with the redress
mechanism established in section 3 of this order. This order is not
intended to, and does not, create any other entitlement, right, or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person. This
order is not intended to, and does not, modify the availability or scope
of any judicial review of the decisions rendered through the redress
mechanism, which is governed by existing law.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 7, 2022.
Executive Order 14087 of October 14, 2022
Lowering Prescription Drug Costs for Americans
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
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Section 1. Policy. Too many Americans face challenges paying for
prescription drugs. On average, Americans pay two to three times as much
as people in other countries for prescription drugs, and one in four
Americans who take prescription drugs struggle to afford their
medications. Nearly 3 in 10 American adults who take prescription drugs
say that they have skipped doses, cut pills in half, or not filled
prescriptions due to cost.
On July 9, 2021, I signed Executive Order 14036 (Promoting Competition
in the American Economy), which directed various actions in pursuit of
my Administration's policy to improve competition, increase wages, and
reduce prices for prescription drugs, among other goods and services. In
response to Executive Order 14036, the Department of Health and Human
Services (HHS) submitted a report to the White House Competition Council
calling for bold legislative and administrative actions to lower drug
prices.
On August 16, 2022, I signed Public Law 117-169, commonly referred to as
the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA), which will lower the cost of
prescription drugs and save millions of Americans hundreds or thousands
of dollars per year. The IRA will protect Medicare beneficiaries from
catastrophic drug costs by phasing in a cap for out-of-pocket costs at
the pharmacy and establishing a $35 monthly cap per prescription for
insulin covered by a Medicare prescription drug plan and insulin
delivered through traditional pumps. Starting this January, Medicare
beneficiaries with prescription drug coverage will pay $0 out of pocket
for recommended adult vaccines (including the shingles vaccine). The IRA
will also require certain companies to pay Medicare rebates if they
increase the prices of drugs used by Medicare beneficiaries faster than
the rate of inflation. In addition, the Secretary of HHS (Secretary)
will be able to negotiate prices for selected high-cost prescription
drugs for Medicare beneficiaries for the first time ever. Following the
passage of the IRA, HHS has taken critical steps to swiftly implement
these historic provisions in order to deliver results and lower health
care costs for the American people.
As my Administration works to implement the IRA, it is critical that we
take additional actions to complement the IRA and further drive down
prescription drug costs. Within HHS, the Center for Medicare and
Medicaid Innovation (``Innovation Center'') tests health care payment
and delivery models to improve health care quality and make the delivery
of health care more efficient. In June 2022, the Innovation Center
announced a new model to improve cancer care and lower health care costs
for cancer patients, including prescription drug costs. The Innovation
Center provides my Administration and the American people with a useful
set of tools to help lower health care costs and improve quality of
care, and its work can advance the continued policy of my Administration
to lower the cost of prescription drugs.
Sec. 2. HHS Actions. In furtherance of the policy set forth in section 1
of this order, the Secretary shall, consistent with the criteria set out
in 42 U.S.C. 1315a(b)(2), consider whether to select for testing by the
Innovation Center new health care payment and delivery models that would
lower drug costs and promote access to innovative drug therapies for
beneficiaries enrolled in the Medicare and Medicaid programs, including
models that may lead to lower cost-sharing for commonly used drugs and
support value-based payment that promotes high-quality care. The
Secretary shall, not later than 90 days after the date of this order,
submit a report to the
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Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy enumerating and
describing any models that the Secretary has selected. The report shall
also include the Secretary's plan and timeline to test any such models.
Following the submission of the report, the Secretary shall take
appropriate actions to test any health care payment and delivery models
discussed in the report.
Sec. 3. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 14, 2022.
Executive Order 14088 of October 24, 2022
Taking Additional Steps To Address the National Emergency With Respect
to the Situation in Nicaragua
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), the Nicaragua Investment
Conditionality Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note), section 212(f) of the
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 (8 U.S.C. 1182(f)), and section
301 of title 3, United States Code,
I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, in
order to take additional steps with respect to the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13851 of November 27, 2018 (Blocking
Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Situation in Nicaragua),
hereby order:
Section 1. The first clause of the preamble to Executive Order 13851 is
amended to read as follows:
``By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and
the laws of the United States of America, including the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (NEA), the Nicaragua
Investment Conditionality Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note), section
212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 (8 U.S.C.
1182(f)), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code,''.
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Sec. 2. Section 1 of Executive Order 13851 is amended by adding a new
subsection 1(a)(i)(E) after subsection 1(a)(i)(D), to read as follows:
``(E) the arrest or prosecution of a person, including an individual
or media outlet disseminating information to the public, primarily
because of the exercise by such person of the freedom of expression,
including for members of the press, or assembly;''.
Sec. 3. Subsections 1(a)(iv)(B) through 1(a)(v) of Executive Order 13851
are replaced with new subsections 1(a)(iv)(B) through 1(a)(vi), to read
as follows:
``(B) any person whose property and interests in property are
blocked pursuant to this order;
(v) to be owned or controlled by, or to have acted or purported to act for
or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property and
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order; or
(vi) to operate or have operated in the gold sector of the Nicaraguan
economy or in any other sector of the Nicaraguan economy as may be
determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State.''.
Sec. 4. Subsection 1(b) of Executive Order 13851 is replaced with a new
subsection 1(b), to read as follows:
``(b) The following are prohibited:
(i) the importation into the United States of any products of Nicaraguan
origin as may be determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in
consultation with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce;
(ii) the exportation, reexportation, sale, or supply, directly or
indirectly, from the United States, or by a United States person, wherever
located, of any items as may be determined by the Secretary of Commerce, in
consultation with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury,
to any person located in Nicaragua;
(iii) new investment in any sector of the Nicaraguan economy as may be
determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, by a United States person, wherever located; and
(iv) any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a United States
person, wherever located, of a transaction by a foreign person where the
transaction by that foreign person would be prohibited by this subsection
if performed by a United States person or within the United States.''.
Sec. 5. Section 1 of Executive Order 13851 is amended by adding a new
subsection 1(c) after subsection 1(b), to read as follows:
``(c) The prohibitions in subsections (a) and (b) of this section
apply except to the extent provided by statutes, or in regulations,
orders, directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant to this
order, or pursuant to the export control authorities implemented by the
Department of Commerce, and notwithstanding any contract entered into or
any license or permit granted prior to the date of this order.''.
Sec. 6. Section 8 of Executive Order 13851 is revised to read as
follows:
``Sec. 8. The Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of
Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of State, are hereby
authorized to take such actions, including the promulgation of rules and
regulations, and to
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employ all powers granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be necessary
to carry out the purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury
and the Secretary of Commerce may, consistent with applicable law,
redelegate any of these functions within the Department of the Treasury
and the Department of Commerce, respectively. All executive departments
and agencies of the United States shall take all appropriate measures
within their authority to implement this order.''.
Sec. 7. Section 9 of Executive Order 13851 is revised to read as
follows:
``Sec. 9. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the
Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce, is hereby authorized
to submit the recurring and final reports to the Congress on the
national emergency declared in this order, consistent with section
401(c) of the NEA (50 U.S.C. 1641(c)) and section 204(c) of IEEPA (50
U.S.C. 1703(c)).''.
Sec. 8. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or
otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 24, 2022.
Executive Order 14089 of December 13, 2022
Establishing the President's Advisory Council on African Diaspora
Engagement in the United States
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and in order to strengthen the
dialogue between United States officials and the African Diaspora by
elevating engagement through collaboration, partnership, and community-
building among the United States, Africa, and other nations globally, it
is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. The United States has a longstanding commitment to
engagement with the African Diaspora--people of native African origin
living outside the African continent, and who have been collectively
described as constituting the sixth region of the African Union. The
African Diaspora in the United States is a source of strength, and
encompasses African Americans--including descendants of enslaved
Africans--and nearly two million African immigrants who have close
familial, social, and economic connections to the African continent.
African Americans have been foundational
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to strengthening United States-Africa relations and in shaping United
States foreign policy toward Africa--including by actively advocating on
the African continent's behalf, even as they struggled for civil rights
in the United States. The African immigrant community continues to make
significant contributions to America's growth and prosperity. The United
States Government encourages efforts to advance equity and opportunity
for the African Diaspora in the United States, and will continue to
encourage efforts to strengthen cultural, social, political, and
economic ties between African communities, the global African Diaspora,
and the United States.
In August 2022, my Administration released the U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-
Saharan Africa, which outlines our foreign policy objectives to bolster
relations with African nations, listen to diverse local voices, and
widen the circle of engagement to advance our strategic objectives for
the benefit of both Africans and Americans.
Sec. 2. Establishment of the President's Advisory Council on African
Diaspora Engagement in the United States. Within 180 days of the date of
this order, the Secretary of State shall establish the President's
Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States
(Advisory Council) within the Department of State.
Sec. 3. Membership. (a) The Advisory Council shall consist of not more
than 12 members, appointed by the Secretary of State, who are
representatives of and reflect the diversity of the African Diaspora
from African American and African immigrant communities, including
individuals who have distinguished themselves in government, sports,
creative industries, business, academia, social work, and faith-based
activities. Appointments to the Advisory Council shall be made without
regard to political affiliation.
(b) Members of the Advisory Council shall serve for 2-year terms
without compensation or reimbursement.
(c) The Secretary of State shall designate one of the members of the
Advisory Council to serve as Chair.
(d) The Secretary of State shall designate a senior officer or
employee of the Department of State to serve as Executive Director of
the Advisory Council.
Sec. 4. Functions. (a) The Advisory Council shall advise the President,
through the Secretary of State, and then through the Assistant to the
President for National Security Affairs (APNSA) and the Assistant to the
President for Domestic Policy (APDP), on strengthening connections
between the United States Government and the African Diaspora in the
United States, as described in the U.S. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan
Africa.
(b) In providing the advice described in subsection (a) of this
section, the Advisory Council shall provide information, analysis, and
recommendations that address the following, in addition to other topics
deemed relevant by the Secretary of State, in coordination with the
APNSA and the APDP:
(i) strategies to advance equity and opportunity for African Diaspora
communities, including through efforts coordinated by the Domestic Policy
Council under Executive Order 13985 of January 20, 2021 (Advancing Racial
Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal
Government);
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(ii) ways to support the United Nations' Permanent Forum on People of
African Descent;
(iii) programs and initiatives to strengthen cultural, social, political,
and economic ties between African communities, the global African Diaspora,
and the United States, such as the Young African Leaders Initiative, and
address challenges and opportunities to advance inclusion, belonging, and
public awareness of the diversity, accomplishments, culture, and history of
the African Diaspora;
(iv) programs and initiatives, such as the International Visitor Leadership
Program, to expand educational exchange programs between Africa and the
United States;
(v) programs and initiatives to increase public- and private-sector
collaboration and community involvement in improving the socioeconomic
well-being of African Diaspora communities; and
(vi) programs and initiatives, such as Prosper Africa, to increase
participation of members of the African Diaspora in the United States with
regard to trade, investment, economic growth, and development programs
relating to Africa.
Sec. 5. Administration. (a) The Department of State shall provide
funding and administrative support for the Advisory Council, to the
extent permitted by law and within existing appropriations.
(b) The Advisory Council shall meet in plenary session on a
quarterly basis, at a minimum, or more frequently as necessary.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Insofar as the Federal Advisory
Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.) (the ``Act''), may apply to
the Advisory Council, any functions of the President under the Act,
except for those in section 6 of the Act, shall be performed by the
Secretary of State in accordance with the guidelines issued by the
Administrator of General Services.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise
affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(c) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law
and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(d) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or
entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
December 13, 2022.
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Executive Order 14090 of December 23, 2022
Adjustments of Certain Rates of Pay
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Statutory Pay Systems. The rates of basic pay or salaries of
the statutory pay systems (as defined in 5 U.S.C. 5302(1)), as adjusted
under 5 U.S.C. 5303, are set forth on the schedules attached hereto and
made a part hereof:
(a) The General Schedule (5 U.S.C. 5332(a)) at Schedule 1;
(b) The Foreign Service Schedule (22 U.S.C. 3963) at Schedule 2; and
(c) The schedules for the Veterans Health Administration of the
Department of Veterans Affairs (38 U.S.C. 7306, 7401, 7404; section
301(a) of Public Law 102-40) at Schedule 3.
Sec. 2. Senior Executive Service. The ranges of rates of basic pay for
senior executives in the Senior Executive Service, as established
pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 5382, are set forth on Schedule 4 attached hereto
and made a part hereof.
Sec. 3. Certain Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Salaries. The rates
of basic pay or salaries for the following offices and positions are set
forth on the schedules attached hereto and made a part hereof:
(a) The Executive Schedule (5 U.S.C. 5311-5318) at Schedule 5;
(b) The Vice President (3 U.S.C. 104) and the Congress (2 U.S.C.
4501) at Schedule 6; and
(c) Justices and judges (28 U.S.C. 5, 44(d), 135, 252, and 461(a))
at Schedule 7.
Sec. 4. Uniformed Services. The rates of monthly basic pay (37 U.S.C.
203(a)) for members of the uniformed services, as adjusted under 37
U.S.C. 1009, and the rate of monthly cadet or midshipman pay (37 U.S.C.
203(c)) are set forth on Schedule 8 attached hereto and made a part
hereof.
Sec. 5. Locality-Based Comparability Payments.
(a) Pursuant to section 5304 of title 5, United States Code, and my
authority to implement an alternative level of comparability payments
under section 5304a of title 5, United States Code, locality-based
comparability payments shall be paid in accordance with Schedule 9
attached hereto and made a part hereof.
(b) The Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall take
such actions as may be necessary to implement these payments and to
publish appropriate notice of such payments in the Federal Register.
Sec. 6. Administrative Law Judges. Pursuant to section 5372 of title 5,
United States Code, the rates of basic pay for administrative law judges
are set forth on Schedule 10 attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Sec. 7. Effective Dates. Schedule 8 is effective January 1, 2023. The
other schedules contained herein are effective on the first day of the
first applicable pay period beginning on or after January 1, 2023.
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Sec. 8. Prior Order Superseded. Executive Order 14061 of December 22,
2021, is superseded as of the effective dates specified in section 7 of
this order.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
December 23, 2022.
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Presidential Determination No. 2022-09 of February 1, 2022
Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 2(c)(1) of the
Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962 (22 U.S.C. 2601(c)(1))
(MRAA), I hereby determine, pursuant to section 2(c)(1) of the MRAA,
that it is important to the national interest to furnish assistance
under the MRAA in an amount not to exceed $1.2 billion from the United
States Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund for the purpose
of meeting unexpected urgent refugee and migration needs to support
Operation Allies Welcome and related efforts by the Department of State,
including additional relocations of individuals at risk as a result of
the situation in Afghanistan and related expenses. Such assistance may
be provided on a bilateral or multilateral basis as appropriate,
including through contributions to international organizations and
through funding to other nongovernmental organizations, governments, and
United States Government agencies.
You are authorized and directed to submit this determination to the
Congress, along with the accompanying Justification, and to publish this
determination in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, February 1, 2022.
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Notice of February 7, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in
and in Relation to Burma
On February 10, 2021, by Executive Order 14014, I declared a national
emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
(50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat
to the national security and foreign policy of the United States
constituted by the situation in and in relation to Burma.
The situation in and in relation to Burma, and in particular the
February 1, 2021 coup, in which the military overthrew the
democratically elected civilian government of Burma and unjustly
arrested and detained government leaders, politicians, human rights
defenders, journalists, and religious leaders, thereby rejecting the
will of the people of Burma as expressed in elections held in November
2020 and undermining the country's democratic transition and rule of
law, continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security and foreign policy of the United States. For this
reason, the national emergency declared on February 10, 2021, must
continue in effect beyond February 10, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d))
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 14014 with respect to the situation in and in relation to Burma.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 7, 2022.
Notice of February 18, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency Concerning the Coronavirus
Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic
On March 13, 2020, by Proclamation 9994, the President declared a
national emergency concerning the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause significant risk to
the public health and safety of the Nation. For this reason, the
national emergency declared on March 13, 2020, and beginning March 1,
2020, must continue in effect beyond March 1, 2022. Therefore, in
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing the national emergency declared in
Proclamation 9994 concerning the COVID-19 pandemic.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 18, 2022.
Notice of February 22, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Libya
On February 25, 2011, by Executive Order 13566, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the actions of Colonel Muammar Qadhafi, his
government, and close associates, which took extreme measures against
the people of Libya, including by using weapons of war, mercenaries, and
wanton violence against unarmed civilians. In addition, there was a
serious risk that Libyan state assets would be misappropriated by
Qadhafi, members of his government, members of his family, or his close
associates if those assets were not protected. The foregoing
circumstances, the prolonged attacks, and the increased numbers of
Libyans seeking refuge in other countries from the attacks caused a
deterioration in the security of Libya and posed a serious risk to its
stability.
On April 19, 2016, the President signed Executive Order 13726, which
expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13566. The President found that the ongoing violence in Libya, including
attacks by armed groups against Libyan state facilities, foreign
missions in Libya, and critical infrastructure, as well as human rights
abuses, violations of the arms embargo imposed by United Nations
Security Council Resolution 1970 (2011), and misappropriation of Libya's
natural resources threaten the peace, security, stability, sovereignty,
democratic transition, and territorial integrity of Libya, and thereby
constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security
and foreign policy of the United States.
The situation in Libya continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States,
and measures are needed to protect against the diversion of assets or
other abuses by members of Qadhafi's family, their associates, and other
persons hindering Libyan national reconciliation.
For this reason, the national emergency declared on February 25, 2011,
and expanded on April 19, 2016, must continue in effect beyond February
25, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13566.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 22, 2022.
Notice of February 23, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Cuba and of the
Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and
Movement of Vessels
On March 1, 1996, by Proclamation 6867, a national emergency was
declared to address the disturbance or threatened disturbance of
international relations caused by the February 24, 1996, destruction by
the Cuban government of two unarmed, United States-registered civilian
aircraft in international airspace north of Cuba. On February 26, 2004,
by Proclamation 7757, the national emergency was expanded to deny
monetary and material support to the Cuban government. On February 24,
2016, by Proclamation 9398, and on February 22, 2018, by Proclamation
9699, the national emergency was further modified based on continued
disturbances or threatened disturbances of the international relations
of the United States related to Cuba. The Cuban government has not
demonstrated that it will refrain from the use of excessive force
against United States vessels or aircraft that may engage in memorial
activities or peaceful protest north of Cuba.
Further, the unauthorized entry of any United States-registered vessel
into Cuban territorial waters continues to be detrimental to the foreign
policy of the United States because such entry could facilitate a mass
migration from Cuba. It continues to be United States policy that a mass
migration from Cuba would endanger United States national security by
posing a disturbance or threatened disturbance of the international
relations of the United States.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing the national emergency with
respect to Cuba and the emergency authority relating to the regulation
of the anchorage and movement of vessels set out in Proclamation 6867,
as amended by Proclamation 7757, Proclamation 9398, and Proclamation
9699.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
February 23, 2022.
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Memorandum of February 25, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) and Section 614(a)(1) of
the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the
following authorities, subject to fulfilling the requirements of section
614(a)(3) and section 652 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA),
in order to provide immediate military assistance to Ukraine:
(1) the authority under section 614(a)(1) of the FAA to determine
whether it is important to the security interests of the United States
to furnish up to $250 million in assistance without regard to any
provision of law within the purview of section 614(a)(1) of the FAA; and
(2) the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $350 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, and to make the determinations required under such section to
direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, February 25, 2022.
Memorandum of March 1, 2022
Maximizing Assistance To Respond to COVID-19
Memorandum for the Secretary of Homeland Security [and] the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121-5207 (the
``Stafford Act''), I hereby order as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of my Administration to combat and
respond to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic with the
full capacity and capability of the Federal Government to protect and
support our families, schools, and businesses, and to assist State,
local, Tribal, and territorial governments to do the same, including
through emergency and disaster assistance available from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and through Federal support of the
Governors' use of the National Guard.
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Sec. 2. Assistance for Category B COVID-19 Emergency Protective
Measures. FEMA shall provide a 100 percent Federal cost share for all
work eligible for assistance under Public Assistance Category B,
pursuant to sections 403 (42 U.S.C. 5170b), 502 (42 U.S.C. 5192), and
503 (42 U.S.C. 5193) of the Stafford Act, including work described in
section 3(a) of the Presidential Memorandum of January 21, 2021
(Memorandum to Extend Federal Support to Governors' Use of the National
Guard to Respond to COVID-19 and to Increase Reimbursement and Other
Assistance Provided to States), and in section 2 of that memorandum on
the Governors' use of the National Guard, performed from January 20,
2020, through July 1, 2022.
Sec. 3. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
(d) The Administrator of FEMA is authorized and directed to publish
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 1, 2022.
Notice of March 2, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Ukraine
On March 6, 2014, by Executive Order 13660, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the actions and policies of persons that
undermine democratic processes and institutions in Ukraine; threaten its
peace, security, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity; and
contribute to the misappropriation of its assets.
On March 16, 2014, the President issued Executive Order 13661, which
expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13660, and found that the actions and policies of the Government of the
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Russian Federation with respect to Ukraine undermine democratic
processes and institutions in Ukraine; threaten its peace, security,
stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity; and contribute to the
misappropriation of its assets.
On March 20, 2014, the President issued Executive Order 13662, which
further expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13660, as expanded in scope in Executive Order 13661,
and found that the actions and policies of the Government of the Russian
Federation, including its purported annexation of Crimea and its use of
force in Ukraine, continue to undermine democratic processes and
institutions in Ukraine; threaten its peace, security, stability,
sovereignty, and territorial integrity; and contribute to the
misappropriation of its assets.
On December 19, 2014, the President issued Executive Order 13685, to
take additional steps to address the Russian occupation of the Crimea
region of Ukraine.
On September 20, 2018, the President issued Executive Order 13849, to
take additional steps to implement certain statutory sanctions with
respect to the Russian Federation.
On February 21, 2022, the President issued Executive Order 14065, which
further expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13660, as expanded in scope in Executive Orders 13661
and 13662, and relied on for additional steps taken in Executive Orders
13685 and 13849, and found that the Russian Federation's purported
recognition of the so-called Donetsk People's Republic or Luhansk
People's Republic regions of Ukraine contradicts Russia's commitments
under the Minsk agreements and further threatens the peace, stability,
sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and thereby
constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security
and foreign policy of the United States.
The actions and policies addressed in these Executive Orders continue to
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and
foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13660, which was expanded in scope
in Executive Order 13661, Executive Order 13662, and Executive Order
14065, and under which additional steps were taken in Executive Order
13685 and Executive Order 13849, must continue in effect beyond March 6,
2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13660.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 2, 2022.
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Notice of March 3, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe
On March 6, 2003, by Executive Order 13288, the President declared a
national emergency and blocked the property of certain persons, pursuant
to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-
1706), to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign
policy of the United States constituted by the actions and policies of
certain members of the Government of Zimbabwe and other persons to
undermine Zimbabwe's democratic processes or institutions. These actions
and policies had contributed to the deliberate breakdown in the rule of
law in Zimbabwe, to politically motivated violence and intimidation in
that country, and to political and economic instability in the southern
African region.
On November 22, 2005, the President issued Executive Order 13391 to take
additional steps with respect to the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13288 by ordering the blocking of the property of
additional persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in
Zimbabwe.
On July 25, 2008, the President issued Executive Order 13469, which
expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13288 and authorized the blocking of the property of additional persons
undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe.
The actions and policies of certain members of the Government of
Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine Zimbabwe's democratic processes
or institutions continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to
the foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared on March 6, 2003, and the measures adopted on that
date, on November 22, 2005, and on July 25, 2008, to deal with that
emergency, must continue in effect beyond March 6, 2022. Therefore, in
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13288.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 3, 2022.
Notice of March 3, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran
On March 15, 1995, by Executive Order 12957, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706), to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary
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threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the
United States constituted by the actions and policies of the Government
of Iran. On May 6, 1995, the President issued Executive Order 12959,
imposing more comprehensive sanctions on Iran to further respond to this
threat. On August 19, 1997, the President issued Executive Order 13059,
consolidating and clarifying those previous orders. The President took
additional steps pursuant to this national emergency in Executive Order
13553 of September 28, 2010; Executive Order 13574 of May 23, 2011;
Executive Order 13590 of November 20, 2011; Executive Order 13599 of
February 5, 2012; Executive Order 13606 of April 22, 2012; Executive
Order 13608 of May 1, 2012; Executive Order 13622 of July 30, 2012;
Executive Order 13628 of October 9, 2012; Executive Order 13645 of June
3, 2013; Executive Order 13716 of January 16, 2016, which revoked
Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, 13645, and provisions of Executive
Order 13628; Executive Order 13846 of August 6, 2018, which revoked
Executive Orders 13716 and 13628; Executive Order 13871 of May 8, 2019;
Executive Order 13876 of June 24, 2019; Executive Order 13902 of January
10, 2020; and Executive Order 13949 of September 21, 2020.
The actions and policies of the Government of Iran--including its
proliferation and development of missiles and other asymmetric and
conventional weapons capabilities, its network and campaign of regional
aggression, its support for terrorist groups, and the malign activities
of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and its surrogates--continue to
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security,
foreign policy, and economy of the United States.
For these reasons, the national emergency declared on March 15, 1995,
must continue in effect beyond March 15, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to Iran
declared in Executive Order 12957. The emergency declared by Executive
Order 12957 constitutes an emergency separate from that declared on
November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, in connection with the
hostage crisis. This renewal, therefore, is distinct from the emergency
renewal of November 9, 2021.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 3, 2022.
Notice of March 3, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Venezuela
On March 8, 2015, the President issued Executive Order 13692, declaring
a national emergency with respect to the situation in Venezuela,
including
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the Government of Venezuela's erosion of human rights guarantees,
persecution of political opponents, curtailment of press freedoms, use
of violence and human rights violations and abuses in response to
antigovernment protests, and arbitrary arrest and detention of
antigovernment protesters, as well as the exacerbating presence of
significant government corruption.
The President took additional steps pursuant to this national emergency
in Executive Order 13808 of August 24, 2017; Executive Order 13827 of
March 19, 2018; Executive Order 13835 of May 21, 2018; Executive Order
13850 of November 1, 2018; Executive Order 13857 of January 25, 2019;
and Executive Order 13884 of August 5, 2019.
The circumstances, as described in Executive Order 13692 and in
subsequent Executive Orders issued with respect to Venezuela, have not
improved, and they continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat
to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13692.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 3, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-10 of March 10, 2022
Designation of the State of Qatar as a Major Non-NATO Ally
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and by section 517 of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2321k) (the ``Act''), I
hereby designate the State of Qatar as a major Non-NATO Ally of the
United States for the purposes of the Act and the Arms Export Control
Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.).
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 10, 2022.
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Memorandum of March 12, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $200 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 12, 2022.
Memorandum of March 16, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $800 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 16, 2022.
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Memorandum of March 16, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 552(c)(2) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 552(c)(2) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $10 million in commodities and services from the
inventory and resources of any agency of the United States Government to
provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required
under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 16, 2022.
Order of March 28, 2022
Sequestration Order for Fiscal Year 2023 Pursuant to Section 251A of the
Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act, as Amended
By the authority vested in me as President by the laws of the United
States of America, and in accordance with section 251A of the Balanced
Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act (the ``Act''), as amended, 2
U.S.C. 901a, I hereby order that, on October 1, 2022, direct spending
budgetary resources for fiscal year 2023 in each non-exempt budget
account be reduced by the amount calculated by the Office of Management
and Budget in its report to the Congress of March 28, 2022.
All sequestrations shall be made in strict accordance with the
requirements of section 251A of the Act and the specifications of the
Office of Management and Budget's report of March 28, 2022, prepared
pursuant to section 251A(9) of the Act.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 28, 2022.
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Notice of March 30, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant
Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities
On April 1, 2015, by Executive Order 13694, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the increasing prevalence
and severity of malicious cyber-enabled activities originating from, or
directed by persons located, in whole or in substantial part, outside
the United States. On December 28, 2016, the President issued Executive
Order 13757 to take additional steps to address the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13694.
These significant malicious cyber-enabled activities continue to pose an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign
policy, and economy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared on April 1, 2015, must continue in effect beyond
April 1, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13694.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 30, 2022.
Notice of March 30, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to South Sudan
On April 3, 2014, by Executive Order 13664, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the situation in and in relation to South
Sudan, which has been marked by activities that threaten the peace,
security, or stability of South Sudan and the surrounding region,
including widespread violence and atrocities, human rights abuses,
recruitment and use of child soldiers, attacks on peacekeepers, and
obstruction of humanitarian operations.
The situation in and in relation to South Sudan continues to pose an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared on April 3, 2014, must continue in effect beyond April 3, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13664.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 30, 2022.
Notice of March 30, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Somalia
On April 12, 2010, by Executive Order 13536, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the deterioration of the security situation
and the persistence of violence in Somalia; acts of piracy and armed
robbery at sea off the coast of Somalia, which have been the subject of
United Nations Security Council resolutions; and violations of the arms
embargo imposed by the United Nations Security Council.
On July 20, 2012, the President issued Executive Order 13620 to take
additional steps to deal with the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13536 in view of United Nations Security Council
Resolution 2036 of February 22, 2012, and Resolution 2002 of July 29,
2011, and to address: exports of charcoal from Somalia, which generate
significant revenue for al-Shabaab; the misappropriation of Somali
public assets; and certain acts of violence committed against civilians
in Somalia, all of which contribute to the deterioration of the security
situation and the persistence of violence in Somalia.
The situation with respect to Somalia continues to pose an unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States. For this reason, the national emergency declared on April
12, 2010, and the measures adopted on that date and on July 20, 2012, to
deal with that threat, must continue in effect beyond April 12, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13536.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 30, 2022.
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Presidential Determination No. 2022-11 of March 31, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended
Memorandum for the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 303 of the
Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C.
4533), it is hereby ordered:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of my Administration that ensuring a
robust, resilient, sustainable, and environmentally responsible domestic
industrial base to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy,
such as the production of large-capacity batteries, is essential to our
national security and the development and preservation of domestic
critical infrastructure.
The United States depends on unreliable foreign sources for many of the
strategic and critical materials necessary for the clean energy
transition--such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, and manganese for
large-capacity batteries. Demand for such materials is projected to
increase exponentially as the world transitions to a clean energy
economy.
To promote the national defense, the United States must secure a
reliable and sustainable supply of such strategic and critical
materials. The United States shall, to the extent consistent with the
promotion of the national defense, secure the supply of such materials
through environmentally responsible domestic mining and processing;
recycling and reuse; and recovery from unconventional and secondary
sources, such as mine waste.
These actions shall be conducted, to the extent consistent with the
promotion of the national defense and applicable law, with strong
environmental, sustainability, safety, labor, Tribal consultation, and
impacted community engagement standards, to rebuild and maintain
American expertise and productive capacity in these critical sectors.
Sec. 2. Determination. (a) I hereby determine, pursuant to section
303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) sustainable and responsible domestic mining, beneficiation, and value-
added processing of strategic and critical materials for the production of
large-capacity batteries for the automotive, e-mobility, and stationary
storage sectors are essential to the national defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United States
industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability for these
needed industrial resources, materials, or critical technology items in a
timely manner; and
(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to section
303 of the Act are the most cost-effective, expedient, and practical
alternative method for meeting the need.
(b) Consistent with section 303(a)(1) of the Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore sustainable
and responsible domestic production capabilities of such strategic and
critical materials by supporting feasibility studies for mature mining,
beneficiation, and
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value-added processing projects; by-product and co-product production at
existing mining, mine waste reclamation, and other industrial
facilities; mining, beneficiation, and value-added processing
modernization to increase productivity, environmental sustainability,
and workforce safety; and any other such activities authorized under
section 303(a)(1) of the Act.
(c) In the execution of projects to create, maintain, protect,
expand, or restore sustainable and responsible domestic production
capabilities of such strategic and critical materials consistent with
section 303(a)(1) of the Act, the Secretary of Defense shall consult
with the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Agriculture, the
Secretary of Energy, and the heads of other executive departments and
agencies (agencies) as appropriate.
(d) Further, pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find
that action to expand the domestic production capabilities for such
strategic and critical materials is necessary to avert an industrial
resource or critical technology item shortfall that would severely
impair the national defense capability. Therefore, I waive the
requirements of section 303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose of
expanding the sustainable and responsible domestic mining,
beneficiation, and value-added processing of strategic and critical
materials necessary for the production of large-capacity batteries for
the automotive, e-mobility, and stationary storage sectors.
Sec. 3. Annual Report to the President and the Congress by the Secretary
of Defense. (a) The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the heads
of other agencies as appropriate, shall conduct a survey of the domestic
industrial base for the mining, beneficiation, and value-added
processing of strategic and critical materials for the production of
large-capacity batteries for the automotive, e-mobility, and stationary
storage sectors. Such survey shall assess whether conditions continue to
warrant the use of the authority under section 303 of the Act.
(b) Consistent with the designation under section 309 of Executive
Order 13603 of March 16, 2012 (National Defense Resources Preparedness),
the Secretary of Defense shall include the survey stated in section 3(a)
of this determination in the annual report to the Congress required by
section 304(f) of the Act, and also shall submit such report to the
President.
Sec. 4. Limitations. Nothing in this determination shall be construed to
waive or supersede the requirement for mines or other industrial
facilities to comply with all Federal and State permitting requirements
and environmental health and safety laws.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this determination shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This determination shall be implemented consistent with
applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This determination is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
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(d) You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in
the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, March 31, 2022.
Memorandum of April 5, 2022
Addressing the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. My Administration has made combating the coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, and guiding the Nation through the
worst public health crisis in more than a century, our top priority.
When I came into office, COVID-19 was wreaking havoc on our country--
closing our businesses, keeping our kids out of school, and forcing us
into isolation. Today, America has the tools to protect against COVID-19
and to dramatically decrease its risks. We move towards a future in
which COVID-19 does not disrupt our daily lives and is something we
prevent, protect against, and treat.
As we chart the path forward, we remember the more than 950,000 people
in the United States lost to COVID-19. They were beloved parents,
grandparents, children, siblings, spouses, neighbors, and friends. More
than 200,000 children in the United States have lost a parent or
caregiver to the disease. Each soul is irreplaceable, and the families
and communities left behind are still reeling from profound loss. Many
families and communities have already received support from Federal
programs that help with the loss they have experienced. As we move
forward, we commit to ensuring that families and communities can access
these support programs and connect to resources they may need to help
with their healing, health, and well-being.
At the same time, many of our family members, neighbors, and friends
continue to experience negative long-term effects of COVID-19. Many
individuals report debilitating, long-lasting effects of having been
infected with COVID-19, often called ``long COVID.'' These symptoms can
happen to anyone who has had COVID-19--including individuals across
ages, races, genders, and ethnicities; individuals with or without
disabilities; individuals with or without underlying health conditions;
and individuals whether or not they had initial symptoms. Individuals
experiencing long COVID report experiencing new or recurrent symptoms,
which can include anxiety and depression, fatigue, shortness of breath,
difficulty concentrating, heart palpitations, disordered sleep, chest
and joint pain, headaches, and other symptoms. These symptoms can
persist long after the acute COVID-19 infection has resolved. Even young
people and otherwise healthy people have reported long COVID symptoms
that last for many months. These symptoms may be affecting individuals'
ability to work, conduct daily activities, engage in educational
activities, and participate in their communities. Our
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world-class research and public health organizations have begun the
difficult work of understanding these new conditions, their causes, and
potential prevention and treatment options. Our health care and support
programs are working to help meet the needs of individuals experiencing
the lasting effects of COVID-19. To organize the Federal Government's
response, executive departments and agencies (agencies) must work
together to use the expertise, resources, and benefit programs of the
Federal Government to ensure that we are accelerating scientific
progress and providing individuals with the support and services they
need.
In addition, the American public is grappling with a mental health
crisis exacerbated by the pandemic. Too many have felt the effects of
social isolation, sickness, economic insecurity, increased caregiver
burdens, and grief. My Administration has made significant investments
in mental health as well as substance use disorder prevention,
treatment, and recovery support for the American public, including by
expanding access to community-based behavioral health services. We are
committed to advancing these behavioral health efforts in order to
better identify the effects of the pandemic on mental health, substance
use, and well-being, and to take steps to address these effects for the
people we serve.
Our Nation can continue to protect the public--and spare countless
families from the deepest pain imaginable--if everybody does their part.
Today, we have numerous tools to protect ourselves and our loved ones
from COVID-19--from vaccines to tests, treatments, masks, and more. My
Administration recognizes the toll of this pandemic on the American
public and commits to redoubling our efforts to support the American
people in addressing the long-term effects of COVID-19 on their lives
and on society.
Sec. 2. Organizing the Government-Wide Response to the Long-Term Effects
of COVID-19. (a) The Secretary of Health and Human Services (Secretary)
shall coordinate the Government-wide response to the long-term effects
of COVID-19. My Administration will harness the full potential of the
Federal Government, in coordination with public- and private-sector
partners, to mount a full and effective response. The Secretary shall
report on the coordination efforts to the Coordinator of the COVID-19
Response and Counselor to the President and to the Assistant to the
President for Domestic Policy.
(b) The heads of agencies shall assist and provide information to
the Secretary, consistent with applicable law, as may be necessary to
carry out the Secretary's duties described in subsection (a) of this
section.
(c) In performing the duties described in subsection (a) of this
section, the Secretary shall seek information from relevant
nongovernmental experts, organizations, and stakeholders, including
individuals affected directly by the long-term effects of COVID-19. The
Secretary shall consider using all available legal authorities, as
appropriate and consistent with applicable law, to assist in gathering
relevant information, including a waiver under 42 U.S.C. 247d(f).
Sec. 3. Report on the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19. The Secretary,
supported within the Department of Health and Human Services by the
Assistant Secretary for Health and the Assistant Secretary for Mental
Health and Substance Use, shall publish a public report within 120 days
of the date of this memorandum outlining services and mechanisms of
support across agencies to assist the American public in the face of the
far-reaching and
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long-term effects of COVID-19. The report shall outline Federal
Government services to support individuals experiencing long COVID,
individuals and families experiencing a loss due to COVID-19, and all
those grappling with mental health and substance use issues in the wake
of this pandemic. The report shall also specifically address the long-
term effects of COVID-19 on underserved communities and efforts to
address disparities in availability and adoption of services and support
for such communities.
Sec. 4. National Research Action Plan on Long COVID. (a) Coordinated
efforts across the public and private sectors are needed to advance
progress in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and provision of services
for individuals experiencing long COVID. The Secretary, supported by the
Assistant Secretary for Health and in collaboration with the Secretary
of Defense, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Energy, and the
Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall coordinate a Government-wide effort
to develop the first-ever interagency national research agenda on long
COVID, to be reflected in a National Research Action Plan. The National
Research Action Plan will build on ongoing efforts across the Federal
Government, including the landmark RECOVER Initiative implemented by the
National Institutes of Health. The Secretary shall release the jointly
developed National Research Action Plan within 120 days of the date of
this memorandum.
(b) The National Research Action Plan shall build upon existing
research efforts and include strategies to:
(i) help measure and characterize long COVID in both children and adults,
including with respect to its frequency, severity, duration, risk factors,
and trends over time;
(ii) support the development of estimates on prevalence and incidence of
long COVID disaggregated by demographic groups and symptoms;
(iii) better understand the epidemiology, course of illness, risk factors,
and vaccine effectiveness in prevention of long COVID;
(iv) advance our understanding of the health and socioeconomic burdens on
individuals affected by long COVID, including among different race and
ethnicity groups, pregnant people, and those with underlying disabilities;
(v) foster development of new treatments and care models for long COVID
based on a better understanding of the pathophysiological mechanisms of the
SARS-CoV-2 virus;
(vi) inform decisions related to high-quality support, services, and
interventions for long COVID;
(vii) improve data-sharing between agencies and academic and industry
researchers about long COVID, to the extent permitted by law; and
(viii) specifically account for the pandemic's effect on underserved
communities and rural populations.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
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(b) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
(d) The Secretary is authorized and directed to publish this
memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, April 5, 2022.
Memorandum of April 5, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $100 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, April 5, 2022.
Notice of April 13, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Specified Harmful
Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation
On April 15, 2021, by Executive Order 14024, I declared a national
emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
(50
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U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to
the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States
constituted by specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of
the Russian Federation. On March 8, 2022, I issued Executive Order 14066
to expand the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 14024. On August 20, 2021, March 11, 2022, and April 6, 2022, I
issued Executive Orders 14039, 14068, and 14071, respectively, to take
additional steps with respect to the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 14024.
Specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian
Federation--in particular, efforts to undermine the conduct of free and
fair democratic elections and democratic institutions in the United
States and its allies and partners; to engage in and facilitate
malicious cyber-enabled activities against the United States and its
allies and partners; to foster and use transnational corruption to
influence foreign governments; to pursue extraterritorial activities
targeting dissidents or journalists; to undermine security in countries
and regions important to United States national security; and to violate
well-established principles of international law, including respect for
the territorial integrity of states--continue to pose an unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 14024, which was expanded in scope by
Executive Order 14066, and with respect to which additional steps were
taken in Executive Orders 14039, 14068, and 14071, must continue in
effect beyond April 15, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 14024.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
April 13, 2022.
Memorandum of April 13, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $800 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, April 13, 2022.
Memorandum of April 21, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $800 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, April 21, 2022.
Memorandum of May 6, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) and Section 614(a)(1) of
the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the following authorities, subject to fulfilling the
requirements of section 614(a)(3) and section 652 of the FAA, in order
to provide assistance to Ukraine:
(1) the authority under section 614(a)(1) of the FAA to determine
whether it is important to the security interests of the United States
to furnish
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up to $150 million in assistance without regard to any provision of law
within the purview of section 614(a)(1) of the FAA; and
(2) the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $150 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, May 6, 2022.
Notice of May 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions of
the Government of Syria
On May 11, 2004, pursuant to his authority under the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) and the Syria
Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003 (Public
Law 108-175), the President issued Executive Order 13338, in which he
declared a national emergency with respect to the actions of the
Government of Syria. The national emergency was modified in scope and
relied upon for additional steps taken in Executive Order 13399 of April
25, 2006, Executive Order 13460 of February 13, 2008, Executive Order
13572 of April 29, 2011, Executive Order 13573 of May 18, 2011,
Executive Order 13582 of August 17, 2011, Executive Order 13606 of April
22, 2012, and Executive Order 13608 of May 1, 2012.
The President took these actions to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the actions of the
Government of Syria in supporting terrorism, maintaining its then-
existing occupation of Lebanon, pursuing weapons of mass destruction and
missile programs, and undermining United States and international
efforts with respect to the stabilization and reconstruction of Iraq.
The regime's brutality and repression of the Syrian people, who have
called for freedom and a representative government, not only endangers
the Syrian people themselves, but also generates instability throughout
the region. The Syrian regime's actions and policies, including with
respect to chemical weapons and supporting terrorist organizations,
continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. As a result,
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13338, which was
expanded in scope in Executive Order 13572, and with respect to which
additional steps were taken in Executive Order 13399, Executive Order
13460, Executive Order 13573,
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Executive Order 13582, Executive Order 13606, and Executive Order 13608,
must continue in effect beyond May 11, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared with respect
to the actions of the Government of Syria.
In addition, the United States condemns the brutal violence and human
rights violations and abuses of the Assad regime and its Russian and
Iranian enablers. The United States calls on the Assad regime, and its
backers, to stop its violent war against its own people, enact a
nationwide ceasefire, facilitate the unhindered delivery of humanitarian
assistance to all Syrians in need, and negotiate a political settlement
in Syria in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254.
The United States will consider changes in policies and actions of the
Government of Syria in determining whether to continue or terminate this
national emergency in the future.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 9, 2022.
Notice of May 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Central
African Republic
On May 12, 2014, by Executive Order 13667, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the situation in and in relation to the
Central African Republic, which has been marked by a breakdown of law
and order; intersectarian tension; the pervasive, often forced
recruitment and use of child soldiers; and widespread violence and
atrocities, including those committed by Kremlin-linked and Yevgeniy
Prigozhin-affiliated entities such as the Wagner Group, and which
threatens the peace, security, or stability of the Central African
Republic and neighboring states.
The situation in and in relation to the Central African Republic
continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13667 on May 12, 2014, to
deal with that threat must continue in effect beyond May 12, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared with respect to the Central African Republic. This
notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted to the
Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 9, 2022.
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Notice of May 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization
of Iraq
On May 22, 2003, by Executive Order 13303, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States posed by obstacles to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq,
the restoration and maintenance of peace and security in the country,
and the development of political, administrative, and economic
institutions in Iraq.
The obstacles to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the restoration and
maintenance of peace and security in the country, and the development of
political, administrative, and economic institutions in Iraq continue to
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and
foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13303, as modified in scope and
relied upon for additional steps taken in Executive Order 13290 of March
20, 2003, Executive Order 13315 of August 28, 2003, Executive Order
13350 of July 29, 2004, Executive Order 13364 of November 29, 2004,
Executive Order 13438 of July 17, 2007, and Executive Order 13668 of May
27, 2014, must continue in effect beyond May 22, 2022. Therefore, in
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with
respect to the stabilization of Iraq declared in Executive Order 13303.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 9, 2022.
Notice of May 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Yemen
On May 16, 2012, by Executive Order 13611, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the actions and policies of certain members
of the Government of Yemen and others that threatened Yemen's peace,
security, and stability. These actions include obstructing the political
process in Yemen and blocking the implementation of the agreement of
November 23, 2011, between the Government of Yemen and those in
opposition to it, which provide for a peaceful transition of power that
meets the legitimate demands and aspirations of the Yemeni people.
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The actions and policies of certain former members of the Government of
Yemen and others in threatening Yemen's peace, security, and stability
continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13611 on May 16, 2012, to
deal with that threat must continue in effect beyond May 16, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13611 with respect to Yemen.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 9, 2022.
Notice of May 12, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Securing the
Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain
On May 15, 2019, by Executive Order 13873, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the unrestricted acquisition
and use of certain information and communications technology and
services transactions.
The unrestricted acquisition or use in the United States of information
and communications technology or services designed, developed,
manufactured, or supplied by persons owned by, controlled by, or subject
to the jurisdiction or direction of foreign adversaries augments the
ability of these foreign adversaries to create and exploit
vulnerabilities in information and communications technology or
services, with potentially catastrophic effects. This threat continues
to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security,
foreign policy, and economy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared on May 15, 2019, must continue in effect
beyond May 15, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13873 with respect to
securing the information and communications technology and services
supply chain.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
May 12, 2022.
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Presidential Determination No. 2022-12 of May 12, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] the Secretary of the Treasury[,
and] the Secretary of Energy
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, after carefully considering the reports
submitted to the Congress by the Energy Information Administration,
including the report submitted in April 2022, and other relevant
factors, including global economic conditions, the level of spare
capacity, and the availability of strategic reserves, I determine,
pursuant to section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, Public Law 112-81, and
consistent with prior determinations, that there is a sufficient supply
of petroleum and petroleum products from countries other than Iran to
permit a significant reduction in the volume of petroleum and petroleum
products purchased from Iran by or through foreign financial
institutions.
I will continue to monitor this situation closely.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this
memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, May 12, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-13 of May 18, 2022
Delegating Authority Under the Defense Production Act To Ensure an
Adequate Supply of Infant Formula
Memorandum for the Secretary of Health and Human Services
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 101 of the
Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C.
4511), it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy and Findings. On February 17, 2022, the largest infant
formula manufacturer in the country--Abbott Nutrition--initiated a
voluntary recall of several lines of powdered infant formula made at its
Sturgis, Michigan facility, following concerns about bacterial
contamination at the facility after four infants fell ill. This incident
has combined with supply chain stress associated with effects of the
coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to cause an acute disruption in the
supply of infant formula in the United States.
Adequate supply of infant formula is critical to the health and safety
of the millions of children who depend on the formula for essential
nutrition. The Federal Government has worked in the last several months
to address the
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shortfall in infant formula, but additional measures are needed to
ensure an adequate supply of infant formula in the United States and
thereby protect the health and well-being of our Nation's children.
This disruption threatens the continued functioning of the national
infant formula supply chain, undermining critical infrastructure that is
essential to the national defense, including to national public health
or safety. As the Abbott Nutrition recall shows, closure of a single
formula-producing facility can severely disrupt the supply of formula
nationwide. Accordingly, I hereby determine, pursuant to section 101 of
the Act, that the ingredients necessary to manufacture infant formula
meet the criteria specified in section 101(b) of the Act (50 U.S.C.
4511(b)).
Sec. 2. Ensuring the Continued Supply of Formula. (a) Notwithstanding
Executive Order 13603 of March 16, 2012 (National Defense Resources
Preparedness), the authority of the President conferred by section 101
of the Act to require performance of contracts or orders (other than
contracts of employment) to promote the national defense over
performance of any other contracts or orders, to allocate materials,
services, and facilities as deemed necessary or appropriate to promote
the national defense, and to implement the Act in subchapter III of
chapter 55 of title 50, United States Code (50 U.S.C. 4554, 4555, 4556,
4559, 4560), is delegated to the Secretary of Health and Human Services
with respect to all health resources, including the ingredients
necessary to manufacture infant formula.
(b) The Secretary of Health and Human Services may use the authority
under section 101 of the Act to determine, in consultation with the
Secretary of Agriculture and the heads of other executive departments
and agencies as appropriate, the proper nationwide priorities and
allocation of all ingredients necessary to manufacture infant forumla,
including controlling the distribution of such materials (including
applicable services) in the civilian market, for responding to the
shortage of infant formula within the United States.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, May 18, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-14 of May 23, 2022
Designation of Colombia as a Major Non-NATO Ally
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 517 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2321k) (the
``Act''), I hereby designate Colombia as a Major Non-NATO Ally of the
United States for the purposes of the Act and the Arms Export Control
Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.).
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You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, May 23, 2022.
Memorandum of June 1, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $700 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 1, 2022.
Memorandum of June 3, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Sections 1209 and 1236 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015, as Amended
Memorandum for the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Defense the
authority and functions vested in the President by sections 1209(l)(3)
and 1236(o) of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291, 128
Stat. 3292), as amended, to waive certain limitations on the cost of
construction and repair projects in support of the Counter-ISIS campaign
in Iraq and Syria, including making any determinations and submitting
any congressional notifications required for such waivers.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 3, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-15 of June 6, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Solar Photovoltaic Modules and
Module Components
Memorandum for the Secretary of Energy
Ensuring a robust, resilient, and sustainable domestic industrial base
to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy is essential to our
national security, a resilient energy sector, and the preservation of
domestic critical infrastructure. Therefore, by the authority vested in
me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as
amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C. 4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to
section 303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) solar photovoltaic modules and module components, including
ingots, wafers, solar glass, and cells, are industrial resources,
materials, or critical technology items essential to the national
defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United
States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability
for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology
item in a timely manner; and
(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to
section 303 of the Act are the most cost effective, expedient, and
practical alternative method for meeting the need.
Pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find that action to
expand the domestic production capability for solar photovoltaic modules
and module components is necessary to avert an industrial resource or
critical technology item shortfall that would severely impair national
defense capability. Therefore, I waive the requirements of section
303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose of expanding the domestic
production capability for solar photovoltaic modules and module
components.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 6, 2022.
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Presidential Determination No. 2022-16 of June 6, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Insulation
Memorandum for the Secretary of Energy
Ensuring a robust, resilient, and sustainable domestic industrial base
to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy is essential to our
national security, a resilient energy sector, and the preservation of
domestic critical infrastructure. Therefore, by the authority vested in
me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as
amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C. 4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to
section 303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) insulation is an industrial resource, material, or critical
technology item essential to the national defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United
States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability
for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology
item in a timely manner; and
(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to
section 303 of the Act are the most cost effective, expedient, and
practical alternative method for meeting the need.
Pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find that action to
expand the domestic production capability for insulation is necessary to
avert an industrial resource or critical technology item shortfall that
would severely impair national defense capability. Therefore, I waive
the requirements of section 303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose
of expanding the domestic production capability for insulation.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 6, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-17 of June 6, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Electrolyzers, Fuel Cells, and
Platinum Group Metals
Memorandum for the Secretary of Energy
Ensuring a robust, resilient, and sustainable domestic industrial base
to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy is essential to our
national security, a resilient energy sector, and the preservation of
domestic critical infrastructure. Therefore, by the authority vested in
me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including
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section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (the
``Act'') (50 U.S.C. 4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to section
303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) electrolyzers, fuel cells, and platinum group metals are
industrial resources, materials, or critical technology items essential
to the national defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United
States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability
for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology
item in a timely manner; and
(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to
section 303 of the Act are the most cost effective, expedient, and
practical alternative method for meeting the need.
Pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find that action to
expand the domestic production capability for electrolyzers, fuel cells,
and platinum group metals is necessary to avert an industrial resource
or critical technology item shortfall that would severely impair
national defense capability. Therefore, I waive the requirements of
section 303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose of expanding the
domestic production capability for electrolyzers, fuel cells, and
platinum group metals.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 6, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-18 of June 6, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Electric Heat Pumps
Memorandum for the Secretary of Energy
Ensuring a robust, resilient, and sustainable domestic industrial base
to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy is essential to our
national security, a resilient energy sector, and the preservation of
domestic critical infrastructure. Therefore, by the authority vested in
me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as
amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C. 4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to
section 303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) electric heat pumps are industrial resources, materials, or
critical technology items essential to the national defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United
States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability
for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology
item in a timely manner; and
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(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to
section 303 of the Act are the most cost effective, expedient, and
practical alternative method for meeting the need.
Pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find that action to
expand the domestic production capability for electric heat pumps is
necessary to avert an industrial resource or critical technology item
shortfall that would severely impair national defense capability.
Therefore, I waive the requirements of section 303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the
Act for the purpose of expanding the domestic production capability for
electric heat pumps.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 6, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-19 of June 6, 2022
Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Transformers and Electric Power
Grid Components
Memorandum for the Secretary of Energy
Ensuring a robust, resilient, and sustainable domestic industrial base
to meet the requirements of the clean energy economy is essential to our
national security, a resilient energy sector, and the preservation of
domestic critical infrastructure. Therefore, by the authority vested in
me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as
amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C. 4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to
section 303(a)(5) of the Act, that:
(1) transformers and electric power grid components are industrial
resources, materials, or critical technology items essential to the
national defense;
(2) without Presidential action under section 303 of the Act, United
States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability
for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology
item in a timely manner; and
(3) purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to
section 303 of the Act are the most cost effective, expedient, and
practical alternative method for meeting the need.
Pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act, I find that action to
expand the domestic production capability for transformers and electric
power grid components is necessary to avert an industrial resource or
critical technology item shortfall that would severely impair national
defense capability. Therefore, I waive the requirements of section
303(a)(1)-(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose of expanding the domestic
production capability for transformers and electric power grid
components.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 6, 2022.
Memorandum of June 8, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under the European Energy Security and
Diversification Act of 2019
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the
functions and authorities vested in the President by section
2004(e)(1)(C) of the European Energy Security and Diversification Act of
2019 (22 U.S.C. 9563(e)(1)(C)) (the ``Act''). The delegation in this
memorandum shall apply to any provision of any future public law that is
the same or substantially the same as the provision referenced in this
memorandum. Any reference in this memorandum to the Act shall be deemed
to be a reference to such Act as amended from time to time.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 8, 2022.
Notice of June 13, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Belarus
On June 16, 2006, by Executive Order 13405, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the actions and policies of certain members
of the Government of Belarus and other persons to undermine Belarus's
democratic processes or institutions, manifested in the fundamentally
undemocratic March 2006 elections; to commit human rights abuses related
to political repression, including detentions and disappearances; and to
engage in public corruption, including by diverting or misusing
Belarusian public assets or by misusing public authority.
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On August 9, 2021, by Executive Order 14038, I expanded the scope of the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13405, finding that the
Belarusian regime's harmful activities and long-standing abuses aimed at
suppressing democracy and the exercise of human rights and fundamental
freedoms in Belarus--including illicit and oppressive activities
stemming from the August 9, 2020, fraudulent Belarusian presidential
election and its aftermath, such as the elimination of political
opposition and civil society organizations and the regime's disruption
and endangering of international civil air travel--constituted an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States.
The actions and policies of certain members of the Government of Belarus
and other persons, and the Belarusian regime's harmful activities and
long-standing abuses, continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.
For this reason, the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13405, which was expanded in scope in Executive Order 14038, must
continue in effect beyond June 16, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with
section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am
continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13405.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
June 13, 2022.
Notice of June 13, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to North Korea
On June 26, 2008, by Executive Order 13466, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to North Korea pursuant to the
International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to
deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security
and foreign policy of the United States constituted by the existence and
risk of the proliferation of weapons-usable fissile material on the
Korean Peninsula. The President also found that it was necessary to
maintain certain restrictions with respect to North Korea that would
otherwise have been lifted pursuant to Proclamation 8271 of June 26,
2008, which terminated the exercise of authorities under the Trading
With the Enemy Act (50 U.S.C. App. 1 et seq.) with respect to North
Korea.
On August 30, 2010, the President signed Executive Order 13551, which
expanded the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13466 to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States posed by the
continued actions and policies of the Government of North Korea,
manifested by its unprovoked attack that resulted in the sinking of the
Republic of Korea Navy ship Cheonan and the deaths of 46 sailors in
March 2010; its
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announced test of a nuclear device and its missile launches in 2009; its
actions in violation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1718
and 1874, including the procurement of luxury goods; and its illicit and
deceptive activities in international markets through which it obtains
financial and other support, including money laundering, the
counterfeiting of goods and currency, bulk cash smuggling, and narcotics
trafficking, which destabilize the Korean Peninsula and imperil United
States Armed Forces, allies, and trading partners in the region.
On April 18, 2011, the President signed Executive Order 13570 to take
additional steps to address the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 13466 and expanded in Executive Order 13551 that would ensure
implementation of the import restrictions contained in United Nations
Security Council Resolutions 1718 and 1874 and complement the import
restrictions provided for in the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2751
et seq.).
On January 2, 2015, the President signed Executive Order 13687 to expand
the scope of, and to take further steps with respect to, the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13466, as expanded in Executive
Order 13551, and addressed further in Executive Order 13570, to address
the threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the
United States constituted by the provocative, destabilizing, and
repressive actions and policies of the Government of North Korea,
including its destructive, coercive cyber-related actions during
November and December 2014, actions in violation of United Nations
Security Council Resolutions 1718, 1874, 2087, and 2094, and commission
of serious human rights abuses.
On March 15, 2016, the President signed Executive Order 13722 to take
additional steps with respect to the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13466, as modified in scope and relied upon for
additional steps in subsequent Executive Orders, to address the
Government of North Korea's continuing pursuit of its nuclear and
missile programs, as evidenced by its February 7, 2016, launch using
ballistic missile technology and its January 6, 2016, nuclear test in
violation of its obligations pursuant to numerous United Nations
Security Council resolutions and in contravention of its commitments
under the September 19, 2005, Joint Statement of the Six-Party Talks,
that increasingly imperils the United States and its allies.
On September 20, 2017, the President signed Executive Order 13810 to
take further steps with respect to the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13466, as modified in scope and relied upon for
additional steps in subsequent Executive Orders, to address the
provocative, destabilizing, and repressive actions and policies of the
Government of North Korea, including its intercontinental ballistic
missile launches of July 3 and July 28, 2017, and its nuclear test of
September 2, 2017; its commission of serious human rights abuses; and
its use of funds generated through international trade to support its
nuclear and missile programs and weapons proliferation.
The existence and risk of the proliferation of weapons-usable fissile
material on the Korean Peninsula and the actions and policies of the
Government of North Korea continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the
United States. For this reason, the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13466,
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expanded in scope in Executive Order 13551, addressed further in
Executive Order 13570, further expanded in scope in Executive Order
13687, and under which additional steps were taken in Executive Order
13722 and Executive Order 13810, must continue in effect beyond June 26,
2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13466 with respect to
North Korea.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
June 13, 2022.
Notice of June 13, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western
Balkans
On June 26, 2001, by Executive Order 13219, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to the Western Balkans pursuant to the
International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to
deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security
and foreign policy of the United States constituted by the actions of
persons engaged in, or assisting, sponsoring, or supporting, (i)
extremist violence in the former Republic of Macedonia (what is now the
Republic of North Macedonia) and elsewhere in the Western Balkans
region, or (ii) acts obstructing implementation of the Dayton Accords in
Bosnia or United Nations Security Council Resolution 1244 of June 10,
1999, in Kosovo. The President subsequently amended that order in
Executive Order 13304 of May 28, 2003, to take additional steps with
respect to certain actions that obstruct implementation of, among other
things, the Ohrid Framework Agreement of 2001 relating to Macedonia
(what is now the Republic of North Macedonia).
On June 8, 2021, I signed Executive Order 14033, which expanded the
scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219, as
amended, finding that the situation in the territory of the former
Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and the Republic of Albania
(the Western Balkans), over the past two decades, including the
undermining of post-war agreements and institutions following the
breakup of the former Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, as well
as widespread corruption within various governments and institutions in
the Western Balkans, stymies progress toward effective and democratic
governance and full integration into transatlantic institutions, and
thereby constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States.
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The actions of persons threatening the peace and international
stabilization efforts in the Western Balkans, including acts of
extremist violence and obstructionist activity, and the situation in the
Western Balkans, which stymies progress toward effective and democratic
governance and full integration into transatlantic institutions,
continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219, under which
additional steps were taken in Executive Order 13304, and which was
expanded in scope in Executive Order 14033, must continue in effect
beyond June 26, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of
the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1
year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 with
respect to the Western Balkans.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
June 13, 2022.
Memorandum of June 15, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $350 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 15, 2022.
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Memorandum of June 16, 2022
Establishment of the White House Task Force to Address Online Harassment
and Abuse
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and in order to improve efforts to
prevent and address online harassment and abuse, it is hereby ordered as
follows:
Section 1. Policy. Technology platforms and social media can be vital
tools for expression, civic participation, and building a sense of
community. But the scale, reach, and amplification effects of technology
platforms have also exacerbated gender-based violence, particularly
through online harassment and abuse. Online harassment and abuse include
a broad array of harmful and sometimes illegal behaviors that are
perpetrated through the use of technology. Women, adolescent girls, and
LGBTQI+ individuals, who may be additionally targeted because of their
race, ethnicity, religion, and other factors, can experience more severe
harms from online harassment and abuse. Online harassment and abuse take
many forms, including the non-consensual distribution of intimate
digital images; cyberstalking; sextortion; doxing; malicious deep fakes;
gendered disinformation; rape and death threats; the online recruitment
and exploitation of victims of sex trafficking; and various forms of
technology-facilitated intimate partner abuse. In the United States, 1
in 3 women under the age of 35 reports having been sexually harassed
online, and over half of LGBTQI+ individuals report having been the
target of severe online abuse, including sustained harassment, physical
threats, and stalking in addition to sexual harassment. Globally, half
of girls report that they are more likely to be harassed through social
media than on the street.
In the United States and around the world, women and LGBTQI+ political
leaders, public figures, activists, and journalists are especially
targeted by sexualized forms of online harassment and abuse, undermining
their ability to exercise their human rights and participate in
democracy, governance, and civic life. Online abuse and harassment,
which aim to preclude women from political decision-making about their
own lives and communities, undermine the functioning of democracy.
Growing evidence also demonstrates that online radicalization can be
linked to gender-based violence, which, along with other forms of abuse
and harassment, spans the digital and physical realms. Online harassment
and abuse can result in a range of dire consequences for victims, from
psychological distress and self-censorship to economic losses,
disruptions to education, increased self-harm, suicide, homicide, and
other forms of physical and sexual violence. Further, digital
technologies are often used in concert with other forms of abuse and
harassment, underscoring the urgency of addressing the interplay of in-
person and online harms. More research is needed to fully understand the
nature, magnitude, and costs of these harms and ways to address them in
the United States and globally.
Therefore, I am directing the Director of the White House Gender Policy
Council and the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs
to
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lead an interagency effort to address online harassment and abuse,
specifically focused on technology-facilitated gender-based violence,
and to develop concrete recommendations to improve prevention, response,
and protection efforts through programs and policies in the United
States and globally.
Sec. 2. Establishment. There is established within the Executive Office
of the President the White House Task Force to Address Online Harassment
and Abuse (Task Force).
Sec. 3. Membership. (a) The Director of the White House Gender Policy
Council and the Assistant to the President for National Security
Affairs, or their designees, shall serve as Co-Chairs of the Task Force.
(b) In addition to the Co-Chairs, the Task Force shall consist of
the following members:
(i) the Secretary of State;
(ii) the Secretary of Defense;
(iii) the Attorney General;
(iv) the Secretary of Commerce;
(v) the Secretary of Health and Human Services;
(vi) the Secretary of Education;
(vii) the Secretary of Veterans Affairs;
(viii) the Secretary of Homeland Security;
(ix) the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy;
(x) the Assistant to the President and Director of the Domestic Policy
Council;
(xi) the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of the
National Economic Council;
(xii) the Administrator of the United States Agency for International
Development;
(xiii) the Counsel to the President;
(xiv) the Counsel to the Vice President; and
(xv) the heads of such other executive departments, agencies, and offices
as the Co-Chairs may, from time to time, designate.
(c) A member of the Task Force may designate, to perform the Task
Force functions of the member, senior officials within the member's
executive department, agency, or office who are full-time officers or
employees of the Federal Government.
Sec. 4. Mission and Function. (a) The Task Force shall work across
executive departments, agencies, and offices to assess and address
online harassment and abuse that constitute technology-facilitated
gender-based violence, including by:
(i) improving coordination among executive departments, agencies, and
offices to maximize the Federal Government's effectiveness in preventing
and addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence in the United
States and globally, including by developing policy solutions to enhance
accountability for those who perpetrate online harms;
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(ii) enhancing and expanding data collection and research across the
Federal Government to measure the costs, prevalence, exposure to, and
impact of technology-facilitated gender-based violence, including by
studying the mental health effects of abuse on social media, particularly
affecting adolescents;
(iii) increasing access to survivor-centered services, information, and
support for victims, and increasing training and technical assistance for
Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments as well as for
global organizations and entities in the fields of criminal justice, health
and mental health services, education, and victim services;
(iv) developing programs and policies to address online harassment, abuse,
and disinformation campaigns targeting women and LGBTQI+ individuals who
are public and political figures, government and civic leaders, activists,
and journalists in the United States and globally;
(v) examining existing Federal laws, regulations, and policies to evaluate
the adequacy of the current legal framework to address technology-
facilitated gender-based violence; and
(vi) identifying additional opportunities to improve efforts to prevent and
address technology-facilitated gender-based violence in United States
foreign policy and foreign assistance, including through the Global
Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse.
(b) Consistent with the objectives of this memorandum and applicable
law, the Task Force may consult with and gather relevant information
from external stakeholders, including Federal, State, local, Tribal, and
territorial government officials, as well as victim advocates,
survivors, law enforcement personnel, researchers and academics, civil
and human rights groups, philanthropic leaders, technology experts,
legal and international policy experts, industry stakeholders, and other
entities and persons the Task Force identifies that will assist the Task
Force in accomplishing the objectives of this memorandum.
Sec. 5. Reporting on the Work and Recommendations of the Task Force. (a)
Within 180 days of the date of this memorandum, the Co-Chairs of the
Task Force shall submit to the President a blueprint (Initial Blueprint)
outlining a whole-of-government approach to preventing and addressing
technology-facilitated gender-based violence, including concrete actions
that executive departments, agencies, and offices have committed to take
to implement the Task Force's recommendations. The Initial Blueprint
shall include a synopsis of key lessons from stakeholder consultations
and preliminary recommendations for advancing strategies to improve
efforts to prevent and address technology-facilitated gender-based
violence. Following submission of the Initial Blueprint to the
President, the Co-Chairs of the Task Force shall make an executive
summary of the Initial Blueprint publicly available.
(b) Within 1 year of the date that the Initial Blueprint is
submitted to the President, the Co-Chairs of the Task Force shall submit
to the President and make publicly available an update and report (1-
Year Report) with additional recommendations and actions that executive
departments, agencies, and offices can take to advance how Federal,
State, local, Tribal, and
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territorial governments; service providers; international organizations;
technology platforms; schools; and other public and private entities can
improve efforts to prevent and address technology-facilitated gender-
based violence.
(c) Prior to issuing its Initial Blueprint and 1-Year Report, the
Co-Chairs of the Task Force shall consolidate any input received and
submit periodic recommendations to the President on policies, regulatory
actions, and legislation on technology sector accountability to address
systemic harms to people affected by online harassment and abuse.
(d) Following the submission of the 1-Year Report to the President,
the Co-Chairs of the Task Force shall, on an annual basis, submit a
follow-up report to the President on implementation of this memorandum.
Sec. 6. Definition. For the purposes of this memorandum, the term
``technology-facilitated gender-based violence'' shall refer to any form
of gender-based violence, including harassment and abuse, which takes
place through, or is aided by, the use of digital technologies and
devices.
Sec. 7. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This memorandum shall not apply to independent regulatory
agencies as described in section 3502(5) of title 44, United States
Code. Independent regulatory agencies are nevertheless strongly
encouraged to participate in the work of the Task Force.
(c) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(d) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
(e) The Attorney General is authorized and directed to publish this
memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 16, 2022.
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Memorandum of June 21, 2022
Prescription of Method of Designating a Member of the Military
Sentencing Parameters and Criteria Board
Memorandum for the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 539E(e)(4)(B) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, Public Law
117-81, 135 Stat. 1541, 1700 (2021), I hereby order as follows:
(1) If the chief trial judges designated under article 26(g) of the
Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. 826(g), do not include a
trial judge of the Navy, then the Judge Advocate General of the Navy
shall designate as a voting member of the Military Sentencing Parameters
and Criteria Board (Board) either the Chief Judge of the Department of
the Navy or a Navy trial judge assigned to the Navy and Marine Corps
Trial Judiciary.
(2) If the chief trial judges designated under article 26(g) of the
Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. 826(g), do not include a
trial judge of the Marine Corps, then the Staff Judge Advocate to the
Commandant of the Marine Corps, in consultation with the Judge Advocate
General of the Navy, shall designate as a voting member of the Board a
Marine Corps trial judge assigned to the Navy and Marine Corps Trial
Judiciary.
This memorandum constitutes the regulations provided for in subsections
(ii) and (iii) of section 539E(e)(4)(B) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 21, 2022.
Memorandum of June 23, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to an aggregate value of $450 million in defense articles
and services of the Department of Defense, and military education and
training, to provide assistance to Ukraine and to make the
determinations required under such section to direct such a drawdown.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 23, 2022.
Memorandum of June 26, 2022
Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and to establish my
Administration's policy and approach to executing the Partnership for
Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), it is hereby ordered as
follows:
Section 1. Policy. Infrastructure is critical to driving a society's
productivity and prosperity. When done well, infrastructure connects
workers to good jobs; allows businesses to grow and thrive; facilitates
the delivery of vital services; creates opportunities for all segments
of society, including underserved communities; moves goods to markets;
enables rapid information-sharing and communication; protects societies
from the effects of climate change and public health crises or other
emergencies; and supports global connection among nations.
Infrastructure comes in many forms and sizes, from the large-scale
energy systems that power inclusive economies, to the local healthcare
networks that contribute to global health security, to the range of
innovative infrastructure developed through investments from financial
institutions and small- and medium-sized enterprises. My Administration
is making an urgent, once-in-a-generation investment in domestic
infrastructure that will create jobs, help address the climate crisis,
and help the Nation recover from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
pandemic--and the same focus is needed around the globe.
Internationally, infrastructure has long been underfunded, with over $40
trillion in estimated need in the developing world--a need that will
only increase with the climate crisis and population growth. Many low-
and middle-income countries lack adequate access to high-quality
financing that meets their long-term infrastructure investment needs.
Too often, financing options lack transparency, fuel corruption and poor
governance, and create unsustainable debt burdens, often leading to
projects that exploit, rather than empower, workers; exacerbate
challenges faced by vulnerable populations, such as forced displacement;
degrade natural resources and the environment; threaten economic
stability; undermine gender equality and human rights; and put
insufficient focus on cybersecurity best practices--a failure that can
contribute to vulnerable information and communications technology
networks.
The underinvestment in infrastructure is not just financial, but also
technical. Delivering high-quality infrastructure in low- and middle-
income
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countries must include helping to establish and improve the necessary
institutional and policy frameworks, regulatory environment, and human
capacity to ensure the sustainable delivery of services to communities;
defining strong engineering, environmental, social, governance, and
labor standards; and structuring projects to attract private investment.
Through the PGII, the United States and like-minded partners will
emphasize high-standards and quality investments in resilient
infrastructure that will drive job creation, safeguard against
corruption, guarantee respect for workers' organizations and collective
bargaining as allowed by national law or similar mechanisms, support
inclusive economic recovery, address risks of environmental degradation,
promote robust cybersecurity, promote skills transfer, and protect
American economic prosperity and national security. The PGII will also
advance values-driven infrastructure development that is carried out in
a transparent and sustainable manner--financially, environmentally, and
socially--to lead to better outcomes for recipient countries and
communities.
There is bipartisan support for international infrastructure
development. The Congress passed the Better Utilization of Investments
Leading to Development Act of 2018 (BUILD Act) (Division F of Public Law
115-254, 132 Stat. 3485) with bipartisan support to mobilize private-
sector dollars to support economic development in low- and middle income
countries, which can include support for projects to build
infrastructure, creating first-time access to electricity, starting
businesses, and creating jobs. The BUILD Act institutionalized the
United States' commitment to private sector-funded development by
establishing the United States International Development Finance
Corporation (DFC), authorized a higher exposure cap for the DFC than the
exposure cap for the former Overseas Private Investment Corporation, and
provided new tools to engage entrepreneurs and investors to help low-
and middle-income countries access private resources to generate
economic growth. These investments help ensure that our partners are
stronger, create opportunities for people around the world, and reduce
the need for future United States foreign aid.
In a similar spirit, in 2018 the Congress passed the AGOA and MCA
Modernization Act (Public Law 115-167, 132 Stat. 1276), authorizing the
Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) to make concurrent regional
compacts under specified conditions, which can include investments in
regional infrastructure. This new authority builds on the MCC's record
of delivering complex infrastructure projects that result in the
delivery of vital services for communities and sustainable, inclusive
economic growth. In addition, recognizing the need for access to high-
quality, fair, and transparent financing for United States exporters and
foreign buyers, the Congress also reauthorized the Export-Import Bank of
the United States (EXIM) for 7 years in 2019. The EXIM's reauthorization
legislation also took steps to advance American leadership in
transformational exports, which can include support for goods and
services necessary for open, secure, reliable, and interoperable
information and communications technology.
The United States and its partners have a long history of providing
high-quality financing and technical support for infrastructure projects
throughout the world. However, the lack of a comprehensive approach for
coordinating infrastructure investments with like-minded partners often
leads to
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inefficiencies and missed opportunities for coordinated investments to
deliver at scale. Greater flexibility, speed, and resources, combined
with expanded internal coordination within the United States Government,
will provide opportunities for the United States Government and United
States companies to better meet the infrastructure needs of low- and
middle-income countries around the world. At the same time, greater
coordination with G7 and other like-minded partners will increase
efficiency and catalyze new financing to advance a shared vision of
values driven, high-quality, and sustainable infrastructure around the
world.
Four key priorities relating to infrastructure will be especially
critical for robust development in the coming decades: climate and
energy security, digital connectivity, health and health security, and
gender equality and equity. Economic prosperity and competitiveness will
largely be driven by how well countries harness their digital and
technology sectors and transition to clean energy to provide
environmentally sustainable and broadly shared, inclusive growth for
their people. Countries not only will need new and retrofitted
infrastructure, secure clean energy supply chains, and secure access to
critical minerals and metals to facilitate energy access and transitions
to clean energy, but also will need significant investments in
infrastructure to make communities more resilient to diverse threats,
from pandemics to malicious cyber actors, to the increasing effects of
climate change. Further, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the
unequal infrastructure needs in the developing world and has
disproportionately affected low- and middle-income countries and
regions, particularly with respect to the health sector. In the
developing world, the pandemic has also set back the economic
participation of women and members of underserved communities and has
reversed decades of progress toward ending poverty, with global extreme
poverty rising for the first time in more than 20 years due to COVID-19.
The pandemic has highlighted the need for expanded investments in and
high-quality financing for strengthened health systems to both fight the
current pandemic and prepare for future health crises.
It is therefore the policy of the United States to catalyze
international infrastructure financing and development through the PGII,
which is designed to offer low- and middle-income countries a
comprehensive, transparent, values-driven financing choice for
infrastructure development to advance climate and energy security,
digital connectivity, health and health security, and gender equality
and equity priorities. The PGII will mobilize public and private
resources to meet key infrastructure needs, while enhancing American
competitiveness in international infrastructure development and creating
good jobs at home and abroad. In this effort, the United States is
working in close partnership with G7 and other like-minded partners
toward infrastructure financing and infrastructure development that are
sustainable, clean, resilient, inclusive, and transparent, and that
adhere to high standards.
Sec. 2. Approach. In order to meet the enormous infrastructure needs in
the developing world, a new approach to international infrastructure
development that emphasizes high-standards investment is needed. To meet
this challenge and seize this opportunity, the PGII should:
(a) partner with low- and middle-income countries to finance
infrastructure across key sectors that advances the four key priorities
critical to sustainable, inclusive growth: climate and energy security,
digital connectivity, health and health security, and gender equality
and equity;
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(b) promote the execution of projects in a timely fashion in
consultation and partnership with host countries and local stakeholders
to meet their priority needs and opportunities, balancing both short-
and longer-term priorities;
(c) pursue the dual goals of advancing prosperity and surmounting
global challenges, including the climate crisis, through the development
of clean, climate-resilient infrastructure that drives job creation,
accelerates clean energy innovation, and supports inclusive economic
recovery;
(d) support the policy and institutional reforms that are key to
creating the conditions and capacity for sound projects and lasting
results and to attracting private financing;
(e) boost the competitiveness of the United States by supporting
businesses, including small- and medium-sized enterprises in overseas
infrastructure and technology development, thereby creating jobs and
economic growth here at home;
(f) advance transparency, accountability, and performance metrics to
allow assessment of whether investments and projects deliver results and
are responsive to country needs, are financially sound, and meet a high
standard;
(g) mobilize private capital from both the United States private
sector and the private sector in partner countries;
(h) build upon relationships with international financial
institutions, including the multilateral development banks (MDBs), to
mobilize capital;
(i) focus on projects that can attract complementary private-sector
financing and catalyze additional market activity to multiply the
positive impact on economies and communities;
(j) coordinate sources of bilateral and multilateral development
finance to maximize the ability to meet infrastructure needs and
facilitate the implementation of high standards for infrastructure
investment;
(k) uphold high standards for infrastructure investments and
procurement, which safeguard against bribery and other forms of
corruption, better address climate risks and risks of environmental
degradation, promote skills transfer, generate good jobs, mitigate risks
to vulnerable populations, and promote long-term economic and social
benefits for economies and communities; and
(l) align G7 and other like-minded partners to coordinate our
respective approaches, investment criteria, expertise, and resources on
infrastructure to advance a common vision and better meet the needs of
low- and middle-income countries and regions.
Sec. 3. Execution. (a) A whole-of-government approach is necessary to
meet the challenge of international infrastructure development, with
executive departments and agencies (agencies) working together with like
minded partners. The Special Presidential Coordinator for the
Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment shall be
responsible for overseeing the whole-of-government execution of these
efforts and serving as the central node for United States coordination
among the G7, as well as with other like-minded partners, the private
sector, and other external actors. While specific lines of effort and
initiatives may each have agency leads, such as
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on sourcing critical minerals or identifying trusted 5G and 6G vendors,
whole-of-government policies should be addressed through the
Coordinator.
(b) Agencies shall, consistent with applicable law and available
appropriations, prioritize support for the PGII and make strategic
investments across the PGII's key priorities of climate and energy
security, digital connectivity, health and health security, and gender
equality and equity.
(c) The PGII shall be executed through the following key
implementation efforts:
(i) The Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (APNSA),
through the interagency process identified in National Security Memorandum
2 of February 4, 2021 (Renewing the National Security Council System) (NSM-
2), shall submit a report to the President within 180 days of the date of
this memorandum. The report shall include recommendations on United States
Government actions to boost the competitiveness of the United States in
international infrastructure development, and to improve coordination on
international infrastructure development across relevant agencies.
(ii) The Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary
of the Interior, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Labor, the
Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Secretary of Transportation,
the Secretary of Energy, the Administrator of the United States Agency for
International Development (USAID), and the heads of other relevant agencies
shall prioritize programming consistent with the policy and approach
described in sections 1 and 2 of this memorandum to support timely delivery
of international infrastructure development, particularly across the PGII's
four key priorities, as appropriate and consistent with their respective
authorities. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MCC, the CEO of DFC, the
President of EXIM, the Director of the Trade and Development Agency (TDA),
and the heads of other relevant independent agencies are encouraged to
follow this same line of effort, as appropriate and consistent with their
respective authorities.
(iii) The Secretary of State shall direct Chiefs of Mission to use all
appropriate tools and to develop coordination mechanisms--including through
Embassy Deal Teams--to address host country strategic infrastructure needs
within the PGII's four key priority areas.
(iv) The Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce, in consultation
with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Secretary of Energy,
the Administrator of USAID, the CEO of MCC, the CEO of DFC, the President
of EXIM, and the Special Presidential Coordinator, shall develop a strategy
for using Embassy Deal Teams to identify potential priority infrastructure
projects for the PGII and refer promising opportunities to relevant
agencies for consideration, based on each agency's strengths and
authorities.
(v) The Secretary of State, through the Special Presidential Coordinator
and in consultation with the heads of other relevant agencies, shall
coordinate diplomatic engagements to expand the PGII beyond the G7 to bring
greater resources and opportunities for partnership.
(vi) The Secretary of State, through the Special Presidential Coordinator
and in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of
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Commerce, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Health and Human
Services, the Secretary of Transportation, the Administrator of the
Environmental Protection Agency, the Administrator of USAID, the CEO of
MCC, and the CEO of DFC, shall lead interagency efforts regarding
international coordination on infrastructure development standards and
metrics, including on labor and environment, and certification mechanisms,
including through the Blue Dot Network.
(vii) The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Administrator of
the Small Business Administration, the President of EXIM, the Director of
TDA, and the Special Presidential Coordinator, shall develop and implement
a strategy to boost the competitiveness of the United States and promote
the use of United States equipment and services in international
infrastructure development.
(viii) The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of
State, the CEO of MCC, the CEO of DFC, and the Special Presidential
Coordinator, shall develop and implement a strategy to catalyze private-
sector investment and support low- and middle-income countries across the
PGII's four key priority areas.
(ix) The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of
State, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Health and Human
Services, the Administrator of USAID, and the Special Presidential
Coordinator shall develop a plan for engaging the MDBs to foster high-
quality infrastructure investment and increased private-capital
mobilization for low- and middle-income countries, and shall coordinate
with like-minded partners in the plan's execution. The CEO of DFC, in
consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Treasury,
the Administrator of USAID, and the Special Presidential Coordinator, is
encouraged to develop a plan to enhance engagement with national and
international development finance institutions to increase private-capital
mobilization.
(x) The Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the heads of
other relevant agencies, shall develop and implement a strategy to promote
high-quality, sustainable, and resilient transportation infrastructure in
low- and middle-income countries, including through the launch of a
comprehensive toolkit for national, subnational, and multilateral partners
that emphasizes best practices in planning, finance, project delivery,
safety, and maintenance.
(xi) The APNSA, through the interagency process identified in NSM-2 and in
coordination with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget,
shall identify potential legislative and administrative actions that could
improve the ability of United States economic development and assistance,
development finance, and export credit tools to meet international
infrastructure development needs.
(xii) The APNSA, through the interagency process identified in NSM-2, shall
lead biannual reviews to monitor the progress, metrics, and outcomes of the
PGII's investments and projects; identify strategic opportunities across
the PGII's four key priorities; and ensure that the execution of the PGII
aligns with, and supports, broader strategic United States national
security and economic objectives and values, including by supporting United
States companies in international infrastructure development.
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Sec. 4. Definition. For purposes of this memorandum, ``agency'' means
any authority of the United States that is an ``agency'' under 44 U.S.C.
3502(1), other than one considered to be an independent regulatory
agency, as defined in 44 U.S.C. 3502(5). ``Agency'' also means any
component of the Executive Office of the President.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
(d) The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 26, 2022.
Memorandum of June 27, 2022
Extending and Expanding Eligibility for Deferred Enforced Departure for
Liberians
Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Homeland
Security
Since 1991, the United States has provided safe haven for Liberians who
were forced to flee their country as a result of armed conflict and
widespread civil strife, in part through the grant of Temporary
Protected Status (TPS). The armed conflict ended in 2003, and TPS for
affected Liberian nationals ended effective October 1, 2007. President
Bush then deferred the enforced departure of those Liberians originally
granted TPS. President Obama, in successive memoranda, extended that
grant of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) to March 31, 2018. President
Trump then determined that conditions in Liberia did not warrant a
further extension of DED, but that the foreign policy interests of the
United States warranted an orderly transition period for Liberian DED
beneficiaries. President Trump later extended that DED transition period
through March 30, 2020.
In December 2019, the Congress enacted the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92) (NDAA), which
included, as section 7611, the Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness
(LRIF)
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provision. The LRIF provision, with limited exceptions, makes Liberians
who have been continuously present in the United States since November
20, 2014, as well as their spouses and children, eligible for adjustment
of status to that of lawful permanent resident (LPR). The NDAA gave
eligible Liberian nationals until December 20, 2020, to apply for this
adjustment of status. After the enactment of the LRIF provision,
President Trump further extended the DED transition period through
January 10, 2021, to ensure that DED beneficiaries would continue to be
eligible for employment authorization during the LRIF application
period.
The LRIF application process was new and complex, resulting in some
procedural and administrative challenges. Recognizing these
difficulties, the Congress enacted a 1-year extension to the application
period in section 901 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
(Public Law 116-260). That legislation, however, did not provide for
continued employment authorization past January 10, 2021. Through my
memorandum of January 20, 2021 (Reinstating Deferred Enforced Departure
for Liberians), DED was subsequently reinstated through June 30, 2022,
in order to permit employment authorization for eligible Liberians while
they made their applications for adjustment of status under the LRIF
provision.
There are compelling foreign policy reasons to extend DED for an
additional period for those Liberians presently residing in the United
States who were under a grant of DED until June 30, 2022, as well as to
defer enforced departure for Liberians who have been continuously
present in the United States since May 20, 2017. In addition to updating
the continuous presence requirement, I have also determined that it is
appropriate to include qualifying Liberians whose LRIF applications have
been denied for reasons other than ineligibility under sections
7611(b)(1)(C) and (b)(3) of the NDAA in this DED designation. In
particular, this includes providing protection from removal to those who
arrived in the United States during a time when conditions prevented
them from returning safely, including through May 20, 2017, and have
since established family and community ties in the United States.
Providing protection from removal and work authorization to these
Liberians, for whom we have long authorized TPS or DED in the United
States, including while they complete the LRIF status-adjustment
process, honors the historic close relationship between the United
States and Liberia and is in the foreign policy interests of the United
States.
Pursuant to my constitutional authority to conduct the foreign relations
of the United States, I have determined that it is in the foreign policy
interests of the United States to defer through June 30, 2024, the
removal of any Liberian national, or person without nationality who last
habitually resided in Liberia, who is present in the United States and
who was under a grant of DED as of June 30, 2022, as well as any
Liberian national, or person without nationality who last habitually
resided in Liberia, who has been continuously physically present in the
United States since May 20, 2017. I have also determined that any
Liberian national, or person without nationality who last habitually
resided in Liberia, who was under a grant of DED as of June 30, 2022, or
who has been continuously physically present in the United States since
May 20, 2017, should have continued employment authorization through
June 30, 2024.
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The Secretary of Homeland Security shall promptly direct the appropriate
officials to make provision, by means of a notice published in the
Federal Register, for immediate allowance of employment authorization
for those Liberians who held appropriate DED-related employment
authorization documents as of June 30, 2022, or those Liberian nationals
who have been continuously present in the United States since May 20,
2017. The Secretary of Homeland Security shall also provide for the
prompt issuance of new or replacement employment authorization documents
in appropriate cases.
This grant of DED and continued employment authorization shall apply to
any Liberian DED beneficiary as of June 30, 2022, or any Liberian
national who has been continuously present in the United States since
May 20, 2017, but shall not apply to such persons in the following
categories:
(1) individuals who would be ineligible for TPS for the reasons
provided in section 244(c)(2)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act,
8 U.S.C. 1254a(c)(2)(B);
(2) individuals who sought or seek LPR status under the LRIF
provision but whose applications have been or are denied by the
Secretary of Homeland Security due to ineligibility for the LRIF
provision under sections 7611(b)(1)(C) and (b)(3) of the NDAA;
(3) individuals whose removal the Secretary of Homeland Security
determines is in the interest of the United States, subject to the LRIF
provision;
(4) individuals whose presence or activities in the United States
the Secretary of State has reasonable grounds to believe would have
potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for the United
States;
(5) individuals who have voluntarily returned to Liberia or their
country of last habitual residence outside the United States for an
aggregate period of 180 days or more, as specified in subsection (c)(2)
of the LRIF provision; or
(6) individuals who are subject to extradition.
Accordingly, I hereby direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to take
the necessary steps to implement for eligible Liberians:
(1) a deferral of enforced departure from the United States through
June 30, 2024, effective immediately; and
(2) authorization for employment valid through June 30, 2024.
The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized and directed to publish
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, June 27, 2022.
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Memorandum of July 1, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $50 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, July 1, 2022.
Memorandum of July 8, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $400 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, July 8, 2022.
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Notice of July 11, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Hong Kong
On July 14, 2020, by Executive Order 13936, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the situation with respect
to Hong Kong.
The situation with respect to Hong Kong, including recent actions taken
by the People's Republic of China to fundamentally undermine Hong Kong's
autonomy, continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. For
this reason, the national emergency declared on July 14, 2020, must
continue in effect beyond July 14, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with
section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am
continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13936 with respect to the situation in Hong Kong.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 11, 2022.
Notice of July 21, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Transnational
Criminal Organizations
On July 24, 2011, by Executive Order 13581, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by significant transnational
criminal organizations.
On March 15, 2019, by Executive Order 13863, the President took
additional steps to deal with the national emergency with respect to
significant transnational criminal organizations in view of the
evolution of these organizations as well as the increasing
sophistication of their activities, which threaten international
political and economic systems and pose a direct threat to the safety
and welfare of the United States and its citizens, and given the ability
of these organizations to derive revenue through widespread illegal
conduct, including acts of violence and abuse that exhibit a wanton
disregard for human life as well as many other crimes enriching and
empowering these organizations.
Significant transnational criminal organizations continue to pose an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign
policy, and economy of the United States. For these reasons, the
national emergency
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declared in Executive Order 13581 on July 24, 2011, under which
additional steps were taken in Executive Order 13863 on March 15, 2019,
must continue in effect beyond July 24, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to
significant transnational criminal organizations declared in Executive
Order 13581.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 21, 2022.
Notice of July 22, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali
On July 26, 2019, by Executive Order 13882, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the situation in Mali.
The situation in Mali, including repeated violations of ceasefire
arrangements made pursuant to the 2015 Agreement on Peace and
Reconciliation in Mali; the expansion of terrorist activities into
southern and central Mali; the intensification of drug trafficking and
trafficking in persons, human rights abuses, and hostage-taking; a
further coup d'etat; the presence of foreign mercenaries threatening
peace, security, and stability; and the intensification of attacks
against civilians, the Malian defense and security forces, the United
Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali
(MINUSMA), and international security presences, continues to pose an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13882 on July 26, 2019, must continue in
effect beyond July 26, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section
202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am
continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13882 with respect to the situation in Mali.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 22, 2022.
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Memorandum of July 22, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $175 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, July 22, 2022.
Notice of July 28, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Lebanon
On August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to Lebanon pursuant to the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States constituted by the actions of certain
persons to undermine Lebanon's legitimate and democratically elected
government or democratic institutions; to contribute to the deliberate
breakdown in the rule of law in Lebanon, including through politically
motivated violence and intimidation; to reassert Syrian control or
contribute to Syrian interference in Lebanon; or to infringe upon or
undermine Lebanese sovereignty. Such actions contribute to political and
economic instability in that country and the region.
Certain ongoing activities, such as Iran's continuing arms transfers to
Hizballah--which include increasingly sophisticated weapons systems--
serve to undermine Lebanese sovereignty, contribute to political and
economic instability in the region, and continue to constitute an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared on August 1, 2007, must continue in effect beyond August 1,
2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C.
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1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect
to Lebanon declared in Executive Order 13441.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
July 28, 2022.
Memorandum of August 1, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $550 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 1, 2022.
Notice of August 4, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Export Control
Regulations
On August 17, 2001, the President issued Executive Order 13222 pursuant
to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et
seq.). In that order, the President declared a national emergency with
respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States related to
the expiration of the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended (50
U.S.C. 4601 et seq.). Because the implementation of certain sanctions
authorities, including sections 11A, 11B, and 11C of such Export
Administration Act of 1979, consistent with section 1766(b) of Public
Law 115-232, the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4801
note), is to be carried out under the
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International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the national emergency
declared on August 17, 2001, must continue in effect beyond August 17,
2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, as amended by
Executive Order 13637 of March 8, 2013.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
August 4, 2022.
Memorandum of August 8, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $1 billion in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 8, 2022.
Memorandum of August 9, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Sections 102 and 106 of the CHIPS Act of
2022
Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] the Secretary of Defense[,] the
Secretary of Commerce[, and] the Director of the National Science
Foundation
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby order as follows:
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Section 1. (a) I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Commerce the
authority to submit to the Congress the cost estimates required by
sections 102(a)(4)(A)(i) and 106(c)(1)(A) of the CHIPS Act of 2022
(division A of H.R. 4346) (the ``Act'').
(b) I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Defense the authority to
submit to the Congress the cost estimate required by section
102(b)(3)(A)(i) of the Act.
(c) I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the authority to
submit to the Congress the cost estimate required by section
102(c)(3)(A)(i) of the Act.
(d) I hereby delegate to the Director of the National Science
Foundation the authority to submit to the Congress the cost estimate
required by section 102(d)(3)(A)(i) of the Act.
Sec. 2. The Secretary of Commerce is authorized and directed to publish
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 9, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-20 of August 9, 2022
Continuation of U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance to the Government of
Colombia
Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, and pursuant to the authority vested in me by
section 1012 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
1995, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2291-4), I hereby certify, with respect to
Colombia, that: (1) interdiction of aircraft reasonably suspected to be
primarily engaged in illicit drug trafficking in that country's airspace
is necessary, because of the extraordinary threat posed by illicit drug
trafficking to the national security of that country; and (2) Colombia
has appropriate procedures in place to protect against innocent loss of
life in the air and on the ground in connection with such interdiction,
which includes effective means to identify and warn an aircraft before
the use of force is directed against the aircraft.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this
determination in the Federal Register and to notify the Congress of this
determination.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 9, 2022.
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Memorandum of August 12, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism
Partnership Program Act of 2022
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State the
functions and authorities vested in the President by the following
provisions of the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership Program Act
of 2022 (Division AA of Public Law 117-103):
(a) section 104(b), with respect to the Trans-Sahara
Counterterrorism Partnership Program;
(b) section 104(d), with respect to the comprehensive 5-year
strategies for the Sahel-Maghreb and the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism
Partnership Program counterterrorism efforts; and
(c) section 104(f), with respect to submitting the reports.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 12, 2022.
Memorandum of August 19, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $775 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 19, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-21 of August 25, 2022
Presidential Determination on the Proposed Agreement To Extend the
Agreement for Cooperation Between the United States of America and the
Republic of South Africa Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Energy
I have considered the proposed Agreement to Extend the Agreement for
Cooperation between the United States of America and the Republic of
South Africa Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (the ``proposed
Agreement''), along with the views, recommendations, and statements of
the interested departments and agencies.
I have determined that the performance of the proposed Agreement will
promote, and will not constitute an unreasonable risk to, the common
defense and security. Pursuant to section 123 b. of the Atomic Energy
Act of 1954, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2153(b)), I hereby approve the
proposed Agreement and authorize the Secretary of State to arrange for
its execution.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this
determination in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 25, 2022.
Memorandum of August 26, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), in order to provide assistance to
advance food security and energy resilience and to counter the People's
Republic of China's efforts, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of State
the authority under section 614 (a) (1) of the FAA to determine whether
it is important to the
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security interests of the United States to furnish up to $205 million
from the Economic Support Fund under Title IX of the Department of
State, Foreign operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021
(Division K of Public Law 116-260), without regard to any provision of
law within the purview of section 614 (a) (1) of the FAA.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 26, 2022.
Memorandum of August 26, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), in order to provide assistance in
response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, I hereby delegate to the
Secretary of State the authority under section 614 (a) (1) of the FAA to
determine whether it is important to the security interests of the
United States to furnish up to $215 million from the Economic Support
Fund under Title IX of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and
Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2021 (Division K of Public Law 116-
260), without regard to any provision of law within the purview of
section 614 (a) (1) of the FAA.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, August 26, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-22 of September 2, 2022
Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading
With the Enemy Act
Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of the
Treasury
Under section 101(b) of Public Law 95-223 (91 Stat. 1625; 50 U.S.C. 4305
note), and a previous determination on September 7, 2021 (86 FR 50831,
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September 10, 2021), the exercise of certain authorities under the
Trading With the Enemy Act is scheduled to expire on September 14, 2022.
I hereby determine that the continuation of the exercise of those
authorities with respect to Cuba for 1 year is in the national interest
of the United States.
Therefore, consistent with the authority vested in me by section 101(b)
of Public Law 95-223, I continue for 1 year, until September 14, 2023,
the exercise of those authorities with respect to Cuba, as implemented
by the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, 31 CFR part 515.
The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized and directed to publish this
determination in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 2, 2022.
Notice of September 7, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To Foreign
Interference in or Undermining Public Confidence in United States
Elections
On September 12, 2018, by Executive Order 13848, the President declared
a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the threat of foreign interference in or
undermining public confidence in United States elections.
Although there has been no evidence of a foreign power altering the
outcomes or vote tabulation in any United States election, foreign
powers have historically sought to exploit America's free and open
political system. In recent years, the proliferation of digital devices
and internet-based communications has created significant
vulnerabilities and magnified the scope and intensity of the threat of
foreign interference. The ability of persons located, in whole or in
substantial part, outside the United States to interfere in or undermine
public confidence in United States elections, including through the
unauthorized accessing of election and campaign infrastructure or the
covert distribution of propaganda and disinformation, continues to pose
an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign
policy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared on September 12, 2018, must continue in effect beyond September
12, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13848 with respect to the
threat of foreign interference in or undermining public confidence in
United States elections.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 7, 2022.
Memorandum of September 8, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506 (a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $675 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 8, 2022.
Notice of September 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist
Attacks
Consistent with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, 50
U.S.C. 1622(d), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency
previously declared on September 14, 2001, in Proclamation 7463, with
respect to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and the
continuing and immediate threat of further attacks on the United States.
Because the terrorist threat continues, the national emergency declared
on September 14, 2001, and the powers and authorities adopted to deal
with that emergency must continue in effect beyond September 14, 2022.
Therefore, I am continuing in effect for an additional year the national
emergency that was declared on September 14, 2001, with respect to the
terrorist threat.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 9, 2022.
Notice of September 9, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Ethiopia
On September 17, 2021, by Executive Order 14046, I declared a national
emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
(50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States
constituted by the situation in and in relation to northern Ethiopia.
The situation in and in relation to northern Ethiopia, which has been
marked by activities that threaten the peace, security, and stability of
Ethiopia and the greater Horn of Africa region--in particular,
widespread violence, atrocities, and serious human rights abuses,
including those involving ethnic-based violence, rape and other forms of
gender-based violence, and obstruction of humanitarian operations--
continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 14046 of September 17,
2021, must continue in effect beyond September 17, 2022. Therefore, in
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 14046 with respect to Ethiopia.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 9, 2022.
Memorandum of September 15, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up
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to $600 million in defense articles and services of the Department of
Defense, and military education and training, to provide assistance to
Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such section to
direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 15, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-23 of September 15, 2022
Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug
Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2023
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, including section 706(1) of the Foreign
Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-228)
(FRAA), I hereby identify the following countries as major drug transit
or major illicit drug producing countries: Afghanistan, The Bahamas,
Belize, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic,
Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Laos,
Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.
A country's presence on the foregoing list is neither a reflection of
its government's counterdrug efforts nor level of cooperation with the
United States. Consistent with the statutory definition of a major drug
transit or major illicit drug producing country set forth in sections
481(e)(2) and 481(e)(5) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as
amended (Public Law 87-195) (FAA), the reason countries are placed on
the list is the combination of geographic, commercial, and economic
factors that allow drugs to be transited or produced, even if a
government has engaged in robust and diligent narcotics control and law
enforcement measures.
Pursuant to section 706(2)(A) of the FRAA, I hereby designate
Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Venezuela as having failed demonstrably
to make substantial efforts during the previous 12 months to both adhere
to their obligations under international counternarcotics agreements and
to take the measures required by section 489(a)(1) of the FAA. Included
with this determination are justifications for the designations of
Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Venezuela, as required by section
706(2)(B) of the FRAA. I have also determined, in accordance with
provisions of section 706(3)(A) of the FRAA, that United States programs
that support Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Venezuela are vital to the
national interests of the United States.
Addressing the ongoing and increasingly staggering toll of the drug
addiction and overdose epidemic in the United States, which tragically
claimed
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nearly 108,000 lives in 2021, remains one of the foremost public health
priorities of my Administration. Through our 2022 National Drug Control
Strategy, my Administration will focus on critical drivers of the
epidemic, including untreated addiction and drug trafficking, and will
redouble efforts to strengthen foreign partnerships to address drug
production and trafficking, particularly to tackle the shared challenge
of synthetic drugs.
My Administration's Fiscal Year 2023 Budget request calls for $24.3
billion to support evidence-based prevention and treatment, including
harm reduction and recovery support services, with targeted investments
to meet the needs of populations at greatest risk for overdose and
substance use disorder. The Budget request also includes significant
investments to reduce the supply of illicit drugs originating from
beyond our borders.
The United States is committed to working together with the countries of
the Western Hemisphere as neighbors and partners to meet our shared
challenges of drug production, trafficking, and use, and to counter the
deleterious impact of narcotics-related corruption. My Administration is
expanding cooperation globally to bolster efforts to address the
production and trafficking of dangerous synthetic drugs that are
responsible for so many of our overdose deaths, particularly fentanyl,
its analogues, and methamphetamine. We will look to expand cooperation
with China, India, and other chemical source countries to disrupt the
global flow of synthetic drugs and their precursor chemicals. Under the
U.S.-Mexico Bicentennial Framework for Security, Public Health, and Safe
Communities, we support and encourage Mexican efforts to target
clandestine drug laboratories, chemists, and companies involved in
chemical diversion; to enact stronger chemical control and
accountability frameworks; to increase interdiction of precursor
chemicals and finished synthetic drugs in transit; and to arrest key
organized crime figures involved in the synthesis and trafficking of
fentanyl and methamphetamine and the laundering of drug proceeds. The
United States is encouraged by Afghanistan's ban on opium poppy
cultivation, production, and trafficking, and will monitor the
implementation of this ban. The United States is also encouraged by
Bolivia's counternarcotics efforts over the past year, including
increased cooperation with international partners. I encourage Bolivia's
government to take additional steps to safeguard the country's licit
coca markets from criminal exploitation, to reduce illicit coca
cultivation that continues to exceed legal limits under Bolivia's
domestic laws for medicinal and traditional use, and to continue
international collaboration to disrupt drug traffickers. In addition,
while the foregoing list is focused by law on drug trafficking and the
production of plant-based drugs and synthetic opioids that significantly
affects the United States, addressing the global proliferation of other
dangerous synthetic drugs remains a key drug control priority of my
Administration.
You are authorized and directed to submit this designation, with the
Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Venezuela memoranda of justification,
under section 706 of the FRAA, to the Congress, and to publish this
determination in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 15, 2022.
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Memorandum of September 16, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 610 of the Foreign Assistance Act
of 1961, as Amended
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (FAA), I hereby delegate to
the Secretary of State the authority under section 610 of the FAA to
make the determination necessary for and to execute the transfer of up
to $130 million of Fiscal Year 2020 Foreign Military Financing funds to,
and in consolidation with, the Economic Support Fund account in order to
provide assistance for international energy and climate security
objectives ($90 million) and for assistance for the Pacific Islands ($40
million).
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 16, 2022.
Notice of September 19, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who
Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism
On September 23, 2001, by Executive Order 13224, the President declared
a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the grave acts of terrorism
and threats of terrorism committed by foreign terrorists, including the
terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, in New York and Pennsylvania
and against the Pentagon, and the continuing and immediate threat of
further attacks against United States nationals or the United States.
On September 9, 2019, the President signed Executive Order 13886 to
strengthen and consolidate sanctions to combat the continuing threat
posed by international terrorism and to take additional steps to deal
with the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13224, as
amended.
The actions of persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support
terrorism continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. For
this reason, the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13224 of
September
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23, 2001, as amended, and the measures adopted to deal with that
emergency, must continue in effect beyond September 23, 2022. Therefore,
in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with
respect to persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism
declared in Executive Order 13224, as amended.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
September 19, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-24 of September 23, 2022
Terminating the Designation of Afghanistan as a Major Non-NATO Ally
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 517 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2321k) (the
``Act''), I hereby terminate the designation of Afghanistan as a Major
Non-NATO Ally of the United States for the purposes of the Act and the
Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.).
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 23, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2022-25 of September 27, 2022
Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2023
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States, in accordance with section 207 of the
Immigration and Nationality Act (the ``Act'') (8 U.S.C. 1157), and after
appropriate consultations with the Congress, I hereby make the following
determinations and authorize the following actions:
The admission of up to 125,000 refugees to the United States during
Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 is justified by humanitarian concerns or is
otherwise in the national interest.
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The admissions numbers shall be allocated among refugees of special
humanitarian concern to the United States in accordance with the
following regional allocations:
Africa....................................... 40,000
East Asia.................................... 15,000
Europe and Central Asia...................... 15,000
Latin America/Caribbean...................... 15,000
Near East/South Asia......................... 35,000
Unallocated Reserve.......................... 5,000
The 5,000 unallocated refugee numbers shall be allocated to regional
ceilings, as needed. Upon providing notification to the Judiciary
Committees of the Congress, you are hereby authorized to use unallocated
admissions in regions where the need for additional admissions arises.
Additionally, upon notification to the Judiciary Committees of the
Congress, you are further authorized to transfer unused admissions
allocated to a particular region to one or more other regions, if there
is a need for greater admissions for the region or regions to which the
admissions are being transferred.
Consistent with section 2(b)(2) of the Migration and Refugee Assistance
Act of 1962 (22 U.S.C. 2601(b)(2)), I hereby determine that assistance
to or on behalf of persons applying for admission to the United States
as part of the overseas refugee admissions program will contribute to
the foreign policy interests of the United States and designate such
persons for this purpose.
Consistent with section 101(a)(42) of the Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 (a)(42)),
and after appropriate consultation with the Congress, I also specify
that, for FY 2023, the following persons may, if otherwise qualified, be
considered refugees for the purpose of admission to the United States
within their countries of nationality or habitual residence:
a. Persons in Cuba;
b. Persons in Eurasia and the Baltics;
c. Persons in Iraq;
d. Persons in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras; and
e. In certain circumstances, persons identified by a United States
Embassy in any location.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 27, 2022.
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Memorandum of September 30, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Public Law 117-169
Memorandum for the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,
United States Code, I hereby delegate to the Director of the Office of
Management and Budget the functions and authorities vested in the
President by section 50141(d)(1) of Public Law 117-169, with respect to
the certification of certain loan guarantees and projects.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, September 30, 2022.
Memorandum of October 3, 2022
Presidential Waiver of Statutory Requirements Pursuant to Section 303 of
the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended
Memorandum for the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 303 of the
Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (the ``Act'') (50 U.S.C.
4533), I hereby determine, pursuant to section 303(a)(7)(B) of the Act,
that action is necessary to increase the production capacity of material
critical to support the defense against adversarial aggression and that
a shortfall in this area would severely impair national defense
capability. Therefore, I waive the requirements of sections 303(a)(5)
and 303(a)(6) of the Act for the purpose of expanding and accelerating
the domestic production capability of critical weapons and equipment
needed for national defense.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 3, 2022.
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Presidential Determination No. 2023-01 of October 3, 2022
Presidential Determination and Certification With Respect to the Child
Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to section 404 of the Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008 (22
U.S.C. 2370c-1) (CSPA), I hereby:
Determine that it is in the national interest of the United States to
waive in part the application of the prohibition in section 404(a) of
the CSPA with respect to the Central African Republic and the Democratic
Republic of the Congo to allow for the provision of International
Military Education and Training (IMET) and Peacekeeping Operations (PKO)
assistance, to the extent that the CSPA would restrict such assistance;
to waive in part the application of the prohibition in section 404(a) of
the CSPA with respect to Somalia and Yemen to allow for the provision of
IMET and PKO assistance and support provided pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 333,
to the extent that the CSPA would restrict such assistance or support;
to waive the application of the prohibition in section 404(a) of the
CSPA with respect to allowing for the issuance of licenses for direct
commercial sales related to other United States Government assistance
for the above countries and, with respect to Russia, solely for direct
commercial sales in connection with the International Space Station; and
Certify that the governments of the above countries are taking effective
and continuing steps to address the problem of child soldiers.
Accordingly, I hereby waive such applications of section 404(a) of the
CSPA.
You are authorized and directed to submit this determination and
certification to the Congress, along with the Memorandum of
Justification, and to publish this determination in the Federal
Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 3, 2022.
Memorandum of October 4, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $625 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine
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and to make the determinations required under such section to direct
such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 4, 2022.
Notice of October 12, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant
Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia
On October 21, 1995, by Executive Order 12978, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the actions of significant
narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia and the extreme level of
violence, corruption, and harm such actions cause in the United States
and abroad.
The actions of significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia
continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States and cause an
extreme level of violence, corruption, and harm in the United States and
abroad. For this reason, the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 12978 of October 21, 1995, must continue in effect beyond October
21, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the
national emergency with respect to significant narcotics traffickers
centered in Colombia declared in Executive Order 12978.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 12, 2022.
Notice of October 12, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in
and in Relation to Syria
On October 14, 2019, by Executive Order 13894, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
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Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the situation in and in relation to Syria.
The situation in and in relation to Syria, and in particular the actions
by the Government of Turkey to conduct a military offensive into
northeast Syria, undermines the campaign to defeat the Islamic State of
Iraq and Syria, or ISIS, endangers civilians, and further threatens to
undermine the peace, security, and stability in the region, and
continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States. For this reason, the
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13894 of October 14,
2019, must continue in effect beyond October 14, 2022. Therefore, in
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13894 with respect to the situation in and
in relation to Syria.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 12, 2022.
Notice of October 13, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Democratic
Republic of the Congo
On October 27, 2006, by Executive Order 13413, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United States
constituted by the situation in or in relation to the Democratic
Republic of the Congo, which has been marked by widespread violence and
atrocities that continue to threaten regional stability. The President
took additional steps to address this national emergency in Executive
Order 13671 of July 8, 2014.
The situation in or in relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign
policy of the United States. For this reason, the national emergency
declared in Executive Order 13413 of October 27, 2006, as amended by
Executive Order 13671 of July 8, 2014, must continue in effect beyond
October 27, 2022. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year
the national emergency with respect to the situation in or in relation
to the Democratic Republic of the Congo declared in Executive Order
13413, as amended by Executive Order 13671.
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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 13, 2022.
Memorandum of October 14, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $725 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 14, 2022.
Presidential Determination No. 2023-02 of October 14, 2022
Presidential Determination With Respect to the Efforts of Foreign
Governments Regarding Trafficking in Persons
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Consistent with section 110 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of
2000 (22 U.S.C. 7107) (the ``Act''), as amended, I hereby determine as
follows:
As provided for in section 110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act, that the United
States will not provide nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related assistance to
the Governments of Afghanistan, Burma, Guinea-Bissau, Iran, the People's
Republic of China (PRC), and South Sudan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 until
such governments comply with the Act's minimum standards or make
significant efforts to bring themselves into compliance with the minimum
standards;
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As provided for in section 110(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the Act, that the United
States will not provide nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related assistance to,
or allow funding for participation in educational and cultural exchange
programs by officials or employees of, the Governments of Belarus, Cuba,
the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Eritrea, Macau
(Special Administrative Region of the PRC), Nicaragua, Russia, and Syria
for FY 2023 until such governments comply with the Act's minimum
standards or make significant efforts to bring themselves into
compliance with the minimum standards;
As provided for in section 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act, I hereby instruct
the United States Executive Director of each multilateral development
bank, as defined in the Act, and of the International Monetary Fund to
vote against and use best efforts to deny any loan or other utilization
of the funds of the respective institution (other than for humanitarian
assistance; for trade-related assistance; or for development assistance
that directly addresses basic human needs, is not administered by the
government of such country, and confers no benefit to that government)
for the Governments of Belarus, Burma, Cuba, the DPRK, Eritrea, Iran,
Macau (Special Administrative Region of the PRC), Nicaragua, the PRC,
Russia, South Sudan, and Syria for FY 2023 until such governments comply
with the Act's minimum standards or make significant efforts to bring
themselves into compliance with the minimum standards;
Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, I determine that the
provision of all programs, projects, activities, and funding for
educational and cultural exchange programs described in sections
110(d)(1)(A) and 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act to Brunei, Cambodia, Malaysia,
Turkmenistan, Venezuela, and Vietnam, would promote the purposes of the
Act or is otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, I determine that providing
the assistance described in section 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act to
Afghanistan and Guinea-Bissau would promote the purposes of the Act or
is otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, I determine that a partial
waiver with respect to Belarus, Eritrea, Macau (Special Administrative
Region of the PRC), and Russia to allow funding for educational and
cultural exchange programs described in section 110(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the
Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the
national interest of the United States;
Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to
Afghanistan, I determine that a partial waiver of the restriction
described in section 110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act to allow for Economic
Support Fund (ESF) and Global Health Programs (GHP) assistance would
promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the national interest
of the United States;
Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to Guinea-
Bissau, I determine that a partial waiver of the restriction described
in section 110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act to allow for International
Military Education and Training (IMET); Nonproliferation, Anti-
terrorism, Demining, and Related Programs-Conventional Weapons
Destruction (NADR-CWD); Development Assistance (DA); ESF; and GHP
assistance would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the
national interest of the United States; and
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Consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to South
Sudan, I determine that a partial waiver of the restriction described in
section 110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act to allow for GHP assistance would
promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the national interest
of the United States.
In addition, with respect to the Governments of Curacao and Sint
Maarten, consistent with the United States Government's firm stand
against human trafficking, and until such governments take steps
consistent with compliance with the minimum standards of the Act or make
significant efforts to do so, I hereby: (i) direct that executive
departments and agencies shall not provide nonhumanitarian, nontrade-
related foreign assistance, as described in section 110(d)(1)(A) of the
Act, to the Governments of Curacao and Sint Maarten; (ii) instruct the
United States Executive Director of each multilateral development bank,
as defined in the Act, and of the International Monetary Fund to vote
against and use best efforts to deny any loan or other utilization of
the funds of the respective institution (other than for humanitarian
assistance, for trade-related assistance, or for development assistance
that directly addresses basic human needs, is not administered by such
government, and confers no benefit to that government) to Curacao and
Sint Maarten, as described in section 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act; and (iii)
direct that funding for participation by officials or employees of the
Governments of Curacao and Sint Maarten in educational and cultural
exchange programs shall continue to be permitted in FY 2023, consistent
with the foreign policy and all applicable laws of the United States.
You are authorized and directed to submit this determination, the
certification required by section 110(e) of the Act, and the Memorandum
of Justification, on which I have relied, to the Congress, and to
publish this determination in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 14, 2022.
Memorandum of October 28, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $275 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, October 28, 2022.
Notice of November 1, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan
On November 3, 1997, by Executive Order 13067, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to Sudan pursuant to the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) and took related
steps to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States posed by the actions
and policies of the Government of Sudan. On April 26, 2006, by Executive
Order 13400, the President determined that the conflict in Sudan's
Darfur region posed an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security and foreign policy of the United States, expanded the scope of
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13067, and ordered
the blocking of property of certain persons connected to the Darfur
region. On October 13, 2006, by Executive Order 13412, the President
took additional steps with respect to the national emergency declared in
Executive Order 13067 and expanded in Executive Order 13400. In
Executive Order 13412, the President also took steps to implement the
Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006 (Public Law 109-344).
On January 13, 2017, by Executive Order 13761, the President found that
positive efforts by the Government of Sudan between July 2016 and
January 2017 improved certain conditions that Executive Orders 13067 and
13412 were intended to address. Given these developments, and in order
to encourage the Government of Sudan to sustain and enhance these
efforts, section 1 of Executive Order 13761 provided that sections 1 and
2 of Executive Order 13067 and the entirety of Executive Order 13412
would be revoked as of July 12, 2017, provided that the criteria in
section 12(b) of Executive Order 13761 had been met.
On July 11, 2017, by Executive Order 13804, the President amended
Executive Order 13761, extending until October 12, 2017, the effective
date in section 1 of Executive Order 13761. On October 12, 2017,
pursuant to Executive Order 13761, as amended by Executive Order 13804,
sections 1 and 2 of Executive Order 13067 and the entirety of Executive
Order 13412 were revoked.
Sudan made strides in its transition toward democracy between 2019 and
2021, but the October 2021 military takeover of the government reversed
those modest gains. The crisis that led to the declaration of a national
emergency in Executive Order 13067 of November 3, 1997; the expansion
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of that emergency in Executive Order 13400 of April 26, 2006; and the
taking of additional steps with respect to that emergency in Executive
Order 13412 of October 13, 2006, Executive Order 13761 of January 13,
2017, and Executive Order 13804 of July 11, 2017, has not been resolved.
The situation in Darfur continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.
For this reason, the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13067, as expanded by Executive Order 13400, must continue in effect
beyond November 3, 2022.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 1, 2022.
Notice of November 8, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran
On November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to Iran pursuant to the International
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) and took related
steps to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted
by the situation in Iran.
Our relations with Iran have not yet normalized, and the process of
implementing the agreements with Iran, dated January 19, 1981, is
ongoing. For this reason, the national emergency declared on November
14, 1979, and the measures adopted on that date to deal with that
emergency, must continue in effect beyond November 14, 2022. Therefore,
in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with
respect to Iran declared in Executive Order 12170.
The emergency declared by Executive Order 12170 is distinct from the
emergency declared in Executive Order 12957 on March 15, 1995. This
renewal, therefore, is distinct from the emergency renewal of March 3,
2022.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 8, 2022.
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Notice of November 8, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Proliferation
of Weapons of Mass Destruction
On November 14, 1994, by Executive Order 12938, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat
to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United
States posed by the proliferation of nuclear, biological, and chemical
weapons (weapons of mass destruction) and the means of delivering such
weapons. On July 28, 1998, by Executive Order 13094, the President
amended Executive Order 12938 to respond more effectively to the
worldwide threat of weapons of mass destruction proliferation
activities. On June 28, 2005, by Executive Order 13382, the President,
among other things, further amended Executive Order 12938 to improve our
ability to combat proliferation. The proliferation of weapons of mass
destruction and the means of delivering them continues to pose an
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign
policy, and economy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 12938 of November 14, 1994, with
respect to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and the
means of delivering such weapons must continue beyond November 14, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 12938, as amended.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 8, 2022.
Notice of November 8, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Threat From
Securities Investments That Finance Certain Companies of the People's
Republic of China
On November 12, 2020, by Executive Order 13959, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States constituted by the threat from securities
investments that finance certain companies of the People's Republic of
China (PRC).
The President found that the PRC is increasingly exploiting United
States capital to resource and enable the development and modernization
of its military, intelligence, and other security apparatuses, which
continues to allow the PRC to directly threaten the United States
homeland and United
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States forces overseas. Through the national strategy of Military-Civil
Fusion, the PRC increases the size of the country's military-industrial
complex by compelling civilian Chinese companies to support its military
and intelligence activities. Those companies, though remaining
ostensibly private and civilian, directly support the PRC's military,
intelligence, and security apparatuses and aid in their development and
modernization. At the same time, those companies raise capital by
selling securities to United States investors that trade on public
exchanges both here and abroad lobbying United States index providers
and funds to include these securities in market offerings, and engaging
in other acts to ensure access to United States capital.
The President further found that the PRC's military industrial complex,
by directly supporting the efforts of the PRC's military, intelligence,
and other security apparatuses, constituted an unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the
United States.
On January 13, 2021, the President signed Executive Order 13974 amending
Executive Order 13959.
On June 3, 2021, I signed Executive Order 14032, which expanded the
scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13959. I
found that additional steps are necessary to address that national
emergency, including the threat posed by the military-industrial complex
of the PRC and its involvement in military, intelligence, and security
research and development programs, and weapons and related equipment
production under the PRC's Military-Civil Fusion strategy. In addition,
I found that the use of Chinese surveillance technology outside the PRC
and the development or use of Chinese surveillance technology to
facilitate repression or serious human rights abuse constituted unusual
and extraordinary threats to the national security, foreign policy, and
economy of the United States, and I expanded the national emergency to
address these threats. Executive Order 14032 amended Executive Order
13959 and revoked Executive Order 13974 in its entirety.
The threat from securities investments that finance certain companies of
the PRC and certain uses and development of Chinese surveillance
technology continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.
For this reason, the national emergency declared in Executive Order
13959 of November 12, 2020, expanded in scope by Executive Order 14032
of June 3, 2021, must continue in effect beyond November 12, 2022.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 13959 with respect to the threat
from securities investments that finance certain companies of the PRC
and expanded in Executive Order 14032.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 8, 2022.
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Notice of November 10, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in
Nicaragua
On November 27, 2018, by Executive Order 13851, the President declared a
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the
United States constituted by the situation in Nicaragua. On October 24,
2022, I issued Executive Order 14088 to take additional steps with
respect to the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13851.
The situation in Nicaragua, including the violent response by the
Government of Nicaragua to the protests that began on April 18, 2018,
and the Ortega-Murillo regime's continued systematic dismantling and
undermining of democratic institutions and the rule of law, its use of
indiscriminate violence and repressive tactics against civilians, as
well as its corruption leading to the destabilization of Nicaragua's
economy, continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the
national security and foreign policy of the United States. For this
reason, the national emergency declared on November 27, 2018, must
continue in effect beyond November 27, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 13851 with respect to the situation in Nicaragua.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 10, 2022.
Memorandum of November 10, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $400 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, November 10, 2022.
Memorandum of November 23, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $400 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, November 23, 2022.
Memorandum of November 28, 2022
Promoting Accountability for Conflict-Related Sexual Violence
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, and in order to enhance United
States policy and approach to prevent and respond to conflict-related
sexual violence worldwide, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. Conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) has
devastating effects on individuals and communities, undermines peace and
security, and prevents inclusive and sustainable development. Yet
wherever conflicts or crises occur, sexual violence continues to be
wielded as a tool or is a byproduct of armed conflict. Impunity for CRSV
remains widespread,
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with accountability and justice the rare exception. For each rape
reported in connection with a conflict, the United Nations estimates
that 10 to 20 cases go undocumented, in part due to the impunity of
perpetrators. Among the best ways to prevent CRSV worldwide are to
advance global gender equity and equality and change harmful societal
gender norms; prioritize prevention measures and locally-driven
responses to all forms of gender-based violence, including through
respect for human rights and international humanitarian law and equal
protection under the law; and address impunity related to these brutal,
yet often unreported, acts.
The United States does not accept CRSV as an inevitable cost of armed
conflict and is committed to supporting survivors of this scourge by
invoking all tools available, including legal, policy, diplomatic, and
financial tools, to deter such violence, break the vicious cycle of
impunity, and provide the necessary services to survivors. The United
States has numerous frameworks, including laws and policies, through
which to respond to and address CRSV, but more action is required to use
them fully and in a manner that responds to the full scale of this
problem. These efforts to address impunity and increase accountability
for CRSV will complement a broader, holistic approach to preventing and
responding to this scourge, which includes advancing gender equity and
equality; prioritizing the immediate needs of survivors; and amplifying
survivor voices in transitional justice, the provision of services, and
peace and political processes.
It is the policy of the United States to fully exercise existing
authorities to impose economic sanctions and implement visa restrictions
in order to promote justice and accountability for acts of CRSV; devote
the necessary resources to ensure regular coordination and reporting on
CRSV incidents and to conduct training on CRSV issues more broadly,
including to support the designation of sanctions targets; strengthen
the implementation of other existing tools and authorities to promote
accountability for CRSV, including the provision of United States
security assistance; and broaden engagement with foreign partner
governments to encourage the establishment and use of their own tools to
promote justice and accountability.
Sec. 2. Advancing Accountability for Acts of CRSV through Existing
Sanctions Authorities. (a) Executive Order 13818 of December 20, 2017
(Blocking the Property of Persons Involved in Serious Human Rights Abuse
or Corruption), builds on and implements the Global Magnitsky Human
Rights Accountability Act, Public Law 114-328 (the ``Act''), and
authorizes the imposition of sanctions on persons, including both
individuals and entities, responsible for or complicit in, or who have
directly or indirectly engaged in, serious human rights abuse, as well
as individuals who are or have been leaders or officials of an entity,
including any government entity, that has engaged in, or which has
members who have engaged in, serious human rights abuses relating to
their tenure, among other things. It is the policy of the United States
that an act of CRSV, committed by either state or non-state actors, may
constitute a ``serious human rights abuse'' for purposes of designation
under Executive Order 13818, as well as other similar authorities, and
in furtherance of the policy reflected in the Act.
(b) In addition to the authorities described in subsection (a) of
this section, many country-specific sanctions programs also contain
criteria for the imposition of sanctions on persons engaged in or
otherwise connected to activities that may include CRSV. For example,
numerous sanctions programs, including country-specific programs related
to Belarus, Burma, the
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Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iran,
Libya, Mali, Nicaragua, Somalia, North Korea, the Russian Federation,
South Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, the Western Balkans, and Zimbabwe,
include criteria for targeting certain abuses or violations of human
rights, which may include CRSV depending on specific facts and
circumstances. It is the policy of the United States to promote
accountability for perpetrators of acts of CRSV through relevant
existing sanctions authorities, where applicable, and to ensure that
these authorities are used to the fullest extent possible to target
perpetrators of acts of CRSV and their enablers.
(c) I hereby direct the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the
Treasury, the Attorney General, and the Director of National
Intelligence to undertake the following actions, including by issuing
guidance or regulations as appropriate:
(i) ensure equal consideration of and attention to acts of CRSV as the
conduct supporting designation when identifying appropriate targets and
compiling information necessary for the preparation of sanctions packages
under applicable authorities, including those identified in this section;
and
(ii) strengthen the capacity of executive departments and agencies
(agencies) to collect, identify, assess, and share information on CRSV as
appropriate, including by consulting with local civil society
organizations, taking into account the importance of safely gathering
information from survivors to support potential designations under existing
sanctions authorities.
Sec. 3. Advancing Accountability for Acts of CRSV Through Additional
Measures and Authorities. The United States is committed to using all
available tools, including those pertaining to security assistance and
visa eligibility, to prevent and respond to CRSV and promote
accountability for perpetrators. Heads of agencies, including the
Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury, are directed to
use existing authorities to the fullest extent possible to promote
accountability for acts of CRSV, including considering acts of CRSV when
assessing the potential application of existing laws and regulations,
including, where appropriate, the laws known as the ``Leahy Laws'' (22
U.S.C. 2378d and 10 U.S.C. 362) and sections 7031(c) and 7048(g) of the
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs
Appropriations Act, 2022 (Div. K, Public Law 117-103, as carried forward
by the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2023 (Div. A, Public Law 117-
180)), as well as similar provisions in future acts.
Sec. 4. Building Coalitions of Like-Minded Nations and Engaging
International Organizations in Promoting Accountability for Acts of
CRSV. Bilateral relationships with allies and partners, as well as
engagement in multilateral fora and our relationships with international
organizations, are critical to promote justice and accountability for
acts of CRSV and bring global attention to this issue. Agencies engaged
abroad shall reinforce the work they have done and amplify efforts with
other nations--bilaterally and within multilateral fora--and with
international organizations to broaden the number of countries willing
to support accountability for acts of CRSV and to strengthen policies
and locally-driven programming in multilateral institutions, including
efforts to address the immediate and long-term needs of survivors, to
promote accountability and justice for acts of CRSV.
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Sec. 5. Definition. For the purposes of this memorandum, the term
``conflict-related sexual violence'' (CRSV) refers to incidents or
patterns of sexual violence that occur in conflict or post-conflict
situations with a direct or indirect link to conflict. CRSV may include
rape, sexual slavery, sex trafficking, forced pregnancy, forced
sterilization, and any other form of sexual violence of comparable
gravity, against individuals of all gender identities. Depending on the
circumstances, acts of CRSV can constitute war crimes, crimes against
humanity, or acts of genocide, and therefore may constitute crimes that
are punishable under international law.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
(d) The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, November 28, 2022.
Memorandum of November 30, 2022
Uniform Standards for Tribal Consultation
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Background. The United States has a unique, legally affirmed
Nation-to-Nation relationship with American Indian and Alaska Native
Tribal Nations, which is recognized under the Constitution of the United
States, treaties, statutes, Executive Orders, and court decisions. The
United States recognizes the right of Tribal governments to self-govern
and supports Tribal sovereignty and self-determination. The United
States also has a unique trust relationship with and responsibility to
protect and support Tribal Nations. In recognition of this unique legal
relationship, and to strengthen the government-to-government
relationship, Executive Order 13175 of November 6, 2000 (Consultation
and Coordination With Indian
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Tribal Governments), charges all executive departments and agencies
(agencies) with engaging in regular, meaningful, and robust consultation
with Tribal officials in the development of Federal policies that have
Tribal implications. Executive Order 13175 also sets forth fundamental
principles and policymaking criteria.
The Presidential Memorandum of January 26, 2021 (Tribal Consultation and
Strengthening Nation-to-Nation Relationships), requires agencies to
submit detailed plans of action to implement the policies and directives
of Executive Order 13175. In response, all agencies subject to Executive
Order 13175 submitted plans of action, including over 50 agencies that
submitted a consultation plan of action for the first time. Agencies
also conducted more than 90 national-level Tribal consultations,
focusing specifically on agency Tribal consultation policies. The
purpose of this memorandum is to establish uniform minimum standards to
be implemented across all agencies regarding how Tribal consultations
are to be conducted. This memorandum is designed to respond to the input
received from Tribal Nations regarding Tribal consultation, improve and
streamline the consultation process for both Tribes and Federal
participants, and ensure more consistency in how agencies initiate,
provide notice for, conduct, record, and report on Tribal consultations.
These are baseline standards; agencies are encouraged to build upon
these standards to fulfill the goals and purposes of Executive Order
13175 consistent with their unique missions and engagement with Tribal
Nations on agency-specific issues.
Sec. 2. Consultation Principles. Tribal consultation is a two-way,
Nation-to-Nation exchange of information and dialogue between official
representatives of the United States and of Tribal Nations regarding
Federal policies that have Tribal implications. Consultation recognizes
Tribal sovereignty and the Nation-to-Nation relationship between the
United States and Tribal Nations, and acknowledges that the United
States maintains certain treaty and trust responsibilities to Tribal
Nations. Consultation requires that information obtained from Tribes be
given meaningful consideration, and agencies should strive for consensus
with Tribes or a mutually desired outcome. Consultation should generally
include both Federal and Tribal officials with decision-making authority
regarding the proposed policy that has Tribal implications. Consultation
will ensure that applicable information is readily available to all
parties, that Federal and Tribal officials have adequate time to
communicate, and that after the Federal decision, consulting Tribal
Nations are advised as to how their input influenced that decision-
making. All of these principles should be applied to the extent
practicable and permitted by law.
Sec. 3. Designating an Agency Point of Contact for Tribal Consultation.
(a) The head of each agency shall designate a primary point of contact
for Tribal consultation matters who is responsible for advising agency
staff on all matters pertaining to Tribal consultation and serving as
the primary point of contact for Tribal officials seeking to consult
with the agency.
(b) The head of each agency shall consider designating additional
points of contact as necessary to facilitate consultation on varied
subject matter areas within the agency.
(c) Each agency shall provide the names and contact information of
the designated agency points of contact for Tribal consultation on its
website,
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as well as to the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and
the White House Council on Native American Affairs.
(d) The designated agency points of contact may delegate
consultation responsibilities to other decision-making agency officials
within their agency as necessary and appropriate.
Sec. 4. Determining Whether Consultation Is Appropriate. The head of
each agency shall ensure that agency staff undertake an analysis as
early as possible to determine whether Tribal consultation is required
or appropriate consistent with Executive Order 13175. This analysis
should occur regardless of whether a Tribal government requests
consultation. When a Tribal government requests consultation, the
agency--to the extent that it has not yet performed the analysis to
determine whether consultation is appropriate--shall conduct that
analysis as soon as possible and respond to the Tribe within a
reasonable time period. If there is a reasonable basis to believe that a
policy may have Tribal implications, consistent with the definition in
Executive Order 13175, the agency shall follow the applicable
requirements for consultation. Agencies may still engage in Tribal
consultation even if they determine that a policy will not have Tribal
implications, and should consider doing so if they determine that a
policy is of interest to a Tribe or Tribes.
Sec. 5. Notice of Consultation. (a) When inviting a Tribe or Tribes to
consult, the head of each agency should:
(i) develop a notice of consultation, which includes:
(A) sufficient information on the topic to be discussed, in an accessible
language and format, and context for the consultation topic, to facilitate
meaningful consultation;
(B) the date, time, and location of the consultation, as requested by the
agency or as developed in consultation with the Tribe or Tribes;
(C) if consulting virtually or by telephone, links to join or register in
advance;
(D) an explanation of any time constraints known to the agency at that
time, such as statutory deadlines;
(E) deadlines for any written comments on the topic; and
(F) names and contact information for agency staff who can provide more
information;
(ii) transmit the notice of consultation, using the agency's standard
method of communication, to each affected Tribal government and consider
posting it to the agency's website or any centralized Federal Government
site for providing notice of or coordinating Tribal consultations;
(iii) provide notice of at least 30 days to the Tribe or Tribes of any
planned consultations, except as provided in subsection (c) of this
section;
(iv) provide appropriate, available information on the subject of
consultation including, where consistent with applicable law, a proposed
agenda, framing paper, and other relevant documents to assist in the
consultation process; and
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(v) allow for a written comment period following the consultation of at
least 30 days, except as provided in subsection (c) of this section.
(b) The head of each agency shall ensure that agency officials
responsible for sending invitations to consult to interested or
potentially affected Tribal governments use available tools, databases,
and agency documentation, as well as communicate with agency
representatives who may be knowledgeable about those Tribes and the
location(s) affected by the policy with Tribal implications, to ensure
their invitation efforts are appropriately inclusive. Such efforts
should account for the fact that Tribes may have connections or legally
protected rights to locations and resources beyond their current Tribal
lands and Tribal government offices such as off-reservation fishing,
hunting, gathering, or other rights.
(c) If there are time constraints such that 30 days' notice of
consultation is not possible, or that the post-consultation written
comment period described in subsection (a)(v) of this section must be
shorter than 30 days, the notice of consultation should include
information as to why the standard notice or written comment period
cannot be provided. Upon the request of a Tribe, or where it would serve
Tribal interests or fulfill certain trust obligations to Tribal Nations,
agencies should consider adjusting deadlines for notice of consultations
and for accepting written comments.
Sec. 6. Conducting the Consultation. Throughout a consultation, the head
of each agency, or appropriate representatives, shall recognize and
respect Tribal self-government and sovereignty; identify and consider
Tribal treaty rights, reserved rights, and other rights; respect and
elevate Indigenous Knowledge, including cultural norms and practices
relevant to such consultations; and meet the responsibilities that arise
from the unique legal relationship between the Federal Government and
Tribal governments. The head of each agency should ensure that agency
representatives with appropriate expertise and, to the extent
practicable, decision-making authority regarding the proposed policy are
present at the Nation-to-Nation consultation. The head of each agency
should consider conducting the consultation in a manner that prioritizes
participation of official Tribal government leaders.
Sec. 7. Record of the Consultation. (a) The head of each agency shall
maintain a record of the consultation process that includes:
(i) a summary of Tribal input received;
(ii) a general explanation of how Tribal input influenced or was
incorporated into the agency action; and
(iii) if relevant, the general reasoning for why Tribal suggestions were
not incorporated into the agency action or why consensus could not be
attained.
(b) The head of each agency shall timely disclose to the affected
Tribe or Tribes the outcome of the consultation and decisions made as a
result of the consultation. To the extent permitted by applicable law,
the head of each agency shall seek to ensure that information designated
as sensitive by a Tribal government is not publicly disclosed. Agencies
should obtain advance informed consent from Tribal communities for the
use of sensitive information provided by the Tribe, and should inform
Tribal representatives that certain Federal laws, including the Freedom
of Information Act, may require disclosure of such information.
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(c) For national and regional consultations, or if otherwise
appropriate, the head of each agency should also consider publicly
posting the record of consultation to foster ease of reference and use
by other agencies, employees, and processes, and to minimize burdens on
Tribes to provide similar input in multiple consultations. Decisions
regarding whether to publicly post a record of consultation should be
made with Tribal input.
(d) The record of consultation does not waive any privilege or other
exception to disclosure pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act or
its implementing regulations.
Sec. 8. Training. (a) The head of each agency shall require annual
training regarding Tribal consultation for agency employees who work
with Tribal Nations or on policies with Tribal implications. This
training shall include, at minimum, review of Executive Order 13175,
this memorandum, and any applicable Tribal consultation policy of the
agency.
(b) In addition, the Secretary of the Interior and the Director of
the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), in consultation with Tribal
Nations, shall establish training modules regarding Tribal consultation
to be available for agency employees who work with Tribal Nations or on
policies with Tribal implications. These training modules should explain
the concepts of Tribal consultation, the Nation-to-Nation relationship,
and Tribal sovereignty. Agencies may use these training modules to
satisfy the annual training requirement set forth in subsection (a) of
this section.
(c) Within 180 days of the date of this memorandum, the Director of
OPM, in consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, shall report to
the President on progress toward establishing training modules regarding
Tribal consultation and shall identify additional resources or other
support necessary to implement this training.
Sec. 9. Definitions. The terms ``Tribal officials,'' ``policies that
have Tribal implications,'' and ``agency'' as used in this memorandum
are as defined in Executive Order 13175. The terms ``Tribes'' and
``Tribal Nations'' as used in this memorandum have the same definition
as the term ``Indian Tribe'' as defined in Executive Order 13175.
Sec. 10. Scope. Nothing in this memorandum shall be construed to impair
or otherwise affect the ability of heads of agencies to set more
specific or more stringent standards, or to incorporate other best
practices, for conducting Tribal consultation.
Sec. 11. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this memorandum shall be
construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or
the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget
relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This memorandum shall be implemented consistent with applicable
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This memorandum is not intended to, and does not, create any
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in
equity by any party against the United States, its departments,
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other
person.
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(d) Independent agencies are strongly encouraged to comply with the
provisions of this memorandum.
(e) The Director of the Office of Management and Budget is
authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal
Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, November 30, 2022.
Memorandum of December 9, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $275 million in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, December 9, 2022.
Notice of December 12, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Serious Human
Rights Abuse and Corruption
On December 20, 2017, by Executive Order 13818, the President declared a
national emergency with respect to serious human rights abuse and
corruption around the world and, pursuant to the International Emergency
Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), took related steps to deal
with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security,
foreign policy, and economy of the United States.
The prevalence and severity of human rights abuse and corruption that
have their source, in whole or in substantial part, outside the United
States,
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continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national
security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. For this
reason, the national emergency declared on December 20, 2017, must
continue in effect beyond December 20, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 13818 with respect to serious human rights abuse and corruption.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
December 12, 2022.
Notice of December 12, 2022
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Global
Illicit Drug Trade
On December 15, 2021, by Executive Order 14059, I declared a national
emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
(50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary
threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the
United States constituted by global illicit drug trafficking.
The trafficking into the United States of illicit drugs, including
fentanyl and other synthetic opioids, is causing the deaths of tens of
thousands of Americans annually, as well as countless more non-fatal
overdoses with their own tragic human toll. Drug cartels, transnational
criminal organizations, and their facilitators are the primary sources
of illicit drugs and precursor chemicals that fuel the current opioid
epidemic, as well as drug-related violence that harms our communities.
International drug trafficking--including the illicit production, global
sale, and widespread distribution of illegal drugs; the rise of
extremely potent drugs such as fentanyl and other synthetic opioids; as
well as the growing role of Internet-based drug sales--continues to pose
an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign
policy, and economy of the United States. For this reason, the national
emergency declared in Executive Order 14059 of December 15, 2021, must
continue in effect beyond December 15, 2022. Therefore, in accordance
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive
Order 14059 with respect to global illicit drug trafficking.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted
to the Congress.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
December 12, 2022.
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Memorandum of December 15, 2022
Certifications Regarding Disclosure of Information in Certain Records
Related to the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies
Section 1. Policy. As set forth in the Presidential Memorandum of
October 22, 2021 (Temporary Certification Regarding Disclosure of
Information in Certain Records Related to the Assassination of President
John F. Kennedy) (2021 Memorandum), in the President John F. Kennedy
Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992 (44 U.S.C. 2107 note) (the
``Act''), the Congress declared that ``all Government records concerning
the assassination of President John F. Kennedy . . . should be
eventually disclosed to enable the public to become fully informed about
the history surrounding the assassination.'' The Congress also found
that ``most of the records related to the assassination of President
John F. Kennedy are almost 30 years old, and only in the rarest cases is
there any legitimate need for continued protection of such records.'' In
the 30 years since the Act became law, the profound national tragedy of
President Kennedy's assassination continues to resonate in American
history and in the memories of so many Americans who were alive on that
terrible day; meanwhile, the need to protect records concerning the
assassination has weakened with the passage of time. It is therefore
critical to ensure that the United States Government maximizes
transparency by disclosing all information in records concerning the
assassination, except when the strongest possible reasons counsel
otherwise.
Sec. 2. Background. (a) The Act permits the continued postponement of
disclosure of information in records concerning President Kennedy's
assassination only when postponement remains necessary to protect
against an identifiable harm to the military defense, intelligence
operations, law enforcement, or the conduct of foreign relations that is
of such gravity that it outweighs the public interest in disclosure.
Since 2018, executive departments and agencies (agencies) have been
reviewing under this statutory standard each redaction they have
proposed that would result in the continued postponement of full public
disclosure, with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
reviewing whether it agrees that each redaction continues to meet the
statutory standard. In my 2021 Memorandum, the Archivist of the United
States (Archivist) explained that the COVID-19 pandemic had a
significant impact on the ability of agencies, including NARA, to
conduct this review and comprehensive engagement, and the Archivist
recommended that I temporarily certify the records for continued
postponement for a limited period. In the 2021 Memorandum, I directed
the completion of an intensive 1-year review of each remaining proposed
redaction to ensure that the United States Government maximizes
transparency by disclosing all information in records related to the
assassination, except in cases when the strongest possible reasons
counsel otherwise.
(b) Pursuant to my direction, agencies have undertaken a
comprehensive effort to review the full set of almost 16,000 records
that had previously been released in redacted form and determined that
more than 70 percent of those records may now be released in full. This
significant disclosure
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reflects my Administration's commitment to transparency and will provide
the American public with greater insight and understanding of the
Government's investigation into this tragic event in American history.
(c) In the course of their review, agencies have identified a
limited number of records containing information for continued
postponement of public disclosure. NARA has reviewed these proposed
redactions and has coordinated with relevant consulting agencies, where
appropriate, to ensure that the proposed redactions meet the statutory
standard for continued postponement. The Acting Archivist has
recommended certifying a small subset of the reviewed records for
continued postponement of public disclosure.
(d) The Acting Archivist has further indicated that additional work
remains to be done with respect to a limited number of other reviewed
records that were the subject of agency proposals for continued
postponement of public disclosure. The Acting Archivist believes such
additional work could further reduce the amount of redacted information.
The Acting Archivist therefore recommends that I temporarily certify the
continued postponement of public disclosure of the redacted information
in these records to provide additional time for review and to ensure
that information from these records is disclosed to the maximum extent
possible, consistent with the standards of the Act.
Sec. 3. Certification. In light of the proposals from agencies for
continued postponement of public disclosure of information in the
records identified in section 2(c) of this memorandum under the
statutory standard, and the Acting Archivist's recommendation, I agree
that continued postponement of public disclosure of such information is
warranted to protect against an identifiable harm to the military
defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement, or the conduct of
foreign relations that is of such gravity that it outweighs the public
interest in disclosure. Accordingly, by the authority vested in me as
President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America, including section 5(g)(2)(D) of the Act, I hereby certify that
continued postponement of public disclosure of these records is
necessary to protect against an identifiable harm to the military
defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement, or the conduct of
foreign relations that is of such gravity that it outweighs the public
interest in disclosure. All information within these records that
agencies have proposed for continued postponement under section
5(g)(2)(D) of the Act shall accordingly be withheld from public
disclosure. Further release of the information in these records shall
occur in a manner consistent with the Transparency Plans described in
section 7 of this memorandum.
Sec. 4. Temporary Certification. In light of the proposals from agencies
for continued postponement of public disclosure of information in the
records identified in section 2(d) of this memorandum under the
statutory standard, the Acting Archivist's request for an extension of
time to continue review of those records, and the need for an
appropriately thorough review process, I agree with the Acting
Archivist's recommendation regarding temporary postponement. Temporary
continued postponement of public disclosure of such information is
necessary to protect against an identifiable harm to the military
defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement, or the conduct of
foreign relations that is of such gravity that it outweighs the public
interest in disclosure. Accordingly, by the authority vested in me as
President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of
America,
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including section 5(g)(2)(D) of the Act, I hereby certify that all
information within these records that agencies have proposed for
continued postponement under section 5(g)(2)(D) of the Act shall be
withheld from public disclosure until June 30, 2023.
Sec. 5. Release. Any information currently withheld from public
disclosure that agencies have not proposed for continued postponement
shall be released to the public by December 15, 2022.
Sec. 6. Review. (a) From the date of this memorandum until May 1, 2023,
relevant agencies and NARA shall jointly review the remaining redactions
in the records addressed in sections 2(d) and 4 of this memorandum with
a view to maximizing transparency and disclosing all information in
records concerning the assassination, except when the strongest possible
reasons counsel otherwise. Any information that agencies propose for
continued postponement of public release beyond June 30, 2023, shall be
limited to the absolute minimum under the statutory standard. Agencies
shall not propose to continue redacting information unless the redaction
is necessary to protect against an identifiable harm to the military
defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement, or the conduct of
foreign relations that is of such gravity that it outweighs the public
interest in disclosure. In applying the statutory standard, agencies
shall:
(i) accord substantial weight to the public interest in transparency and
full disclosure of any record that falls within the scope of the Act; and
(ii) give due consideration that some degree of harm is not grounds for
continued postponement unless the degree of harm is of such gravity that it
outweighs the public interest in disclosure.
(b) If, by no later than May 1, 2023, NARA agrees that a proposed
redaction meets the statutory standard for continued postponement, the
Archivist shall recommend to the President, no later than May 1, 2023,
that continued postponement of public disclosure of the information is
warranted after June 30, 2023.
(c) If, by no later than May 1, 2023, NARA does not recommend that a
proposed redaction meets the statutory standard for continued
postponement, agencies shall, no later than May 15, 2023:
(i) withdraw the proposed redaction; or
(ii) recommend to the President, through the Counsel to the President, on a
document-by-document basis, that release of the information continue to be
postponed, providing an explanation for each proposed redaction of why
continued postponement remains necessary to protect against an identifiable
harm to the military defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement, or
the conduct of foreign relations that is of such gravity that it outweighs
the public interest in disclosure.
(d) In the development of the recommendations described in this
section, as questions arise about particular proposed redactions, NARA
shall consult, as appropriate, with relevant agencies as described in
section 5(d) of my 2021 Memorandum.
(e) At the conclusion of the review described in this section, any
information withheld from public disclosure that agencies do not propose
for continued postponement beyond June 30, 2023, shall be released to
the public by that date.
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Sec. 7. Transparency Plans. As part of their review, each agency
prepared a plan for the eventual release of information (Transparency
Plan) to ensure that information would continue to be disclosed over
time as the identified harm associated with release of the information
dissipates. Each Transparency Plan details the event-based or
circumstance-based conditions that will trigger the public disclosure of
currently postponed information by the National Declassification Center
(NDC) at NARA. These Transparency Plans have been reviewed by NARA, and
the Acting Archivist has advised that use of the Transparency Plans by
the NDC will ensure appropriate continued release of information covered
by the Act. Accordingly, I direct that the Transparency Plans submitted
by agencies be used by the NDC to conduct future reviews of any
information that has been postponed from public disclosure, including
information in the records described in sections 2(c) and 3 of this
memorandum.
Sec. 8. Publication. The Acting Archivist is hereby authorized and
directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, December 15, 2022.
Memorandum of December 21, 2022
Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961
Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including section 621 of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (FAA), I hereby delegate to the Secretary
of State the authority under section 506(a)(1) of the FAA to direct the
drawdown of up to $1 billion in defense articles and services of the
Department of Defense, and military education and training, to provide
assistance to Ukraine and to make the determinations required under such
section to direct such a drawdown.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the
Federal Register.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN, JR.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
Washington, December 21, 2022.
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100 Standards of conduct........................ 582
101 Public information provisions of the
Administrative Procedures Act........... 582
102 Enforcement of nondiscrimination on the
basis of handicap in programs or
activities conducted by the Executive
Office of the President................. 582
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PART 100_STANDARDS OF CONDUCT--Table of Contents
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 7301.
Source: 64 FR 12881, Mar. 16, 1999, unless otherwise noted.
Sec. 100.1 Ethical conduct standards and financial disclosure regulations.
Employees of the Executive Office of the President are subject to
the executive branch-wide standards of ethical conduct at 5 CFR part
2635, and the executive branch-wide financial disclosure regulations at
5 CFR part 2634.
PART 101_PUBLIC INFORMATION PROVISIONS OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ACT--Table of Contents
Sec.
101.1 Executive Office of the President.
101.2 Office of Management and Budget.
101.4 National Security Council.
101.5 Council on Environmental Quality.
101.6 Office of National Drug Control Policy.
101.7 Office of Science and Technology Policy.
101.8 Office of the United States Trade Representative.
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552.
Source: 40 FR 8061, Feb. 25, 1975; 55 FR 46067, Nov. 1, 1990, unless
otherwise noted.
Sec. 101.1 Executive Office of the President.
Until further regulations are promulgated, the remainder of the
entities within the Executive Office of the President, to the extent
that 5 U.S.C. 552 is applicable, shall follow the procedures set forth
in the regulations applicable to the Office of Management and Budget (5
CFR Ch. III). Requests for information from these other entities should
be submitted directly to such entity.
Sec. 101.2 Office of Management and Budget.
Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of Management and
Budget appear at 5 CFR Ch. III.
Sec. 101.4 National Security Council.
Freedom of Information regulations for the National Security Council
appear at 32 CFR Ch. XXI.
Sec. 101.5 Council on Environmental Quality.
Freedom of Information regulations for the Council on Environmental
Quality appear at 40 CFR Ch. V.
[42 FR 65131, Dec. 30, 1977]
Sec. 101.6 Office of National Drug Control Policy.
Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of National Drug
Control Policy appear at 21 CFR parts 1400-1499.
[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]
Sec. 101.7 Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of Science and
Technology Policy appear at 32 CFR part 2402.
[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]
Sec. 101.8 Office of the United States Trade Representative.
Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of the United
States Trade Representative appear at 15 CFR part 2004.
[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]
PART 102_ENFORCEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT--Table of Contents
Sec.
102.101 Purpose.
102.102 Application.
102.103 Definitions.
102.104-102.109 [Reserved]
102.110 Self-evaluation.
102.111 Notice.
102.112-102.129 [Reserved]
102.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
102.131-102.139 [Reserved]
102.140 Employment.
102.141-102.148 [Reserved]
102.149 Program accessibility: Discrimination prohibited.
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102.150 Program accessibility: Existing facilities.
102.151 Program accessibility: New construction and alterations.
102.152-102.159 [Reserved]
102.160 Communications.
102.161-102.169 [Reserved]
102.170 Compliance procedures.
102.171-102.999 [Reserved]
Authority: 29 U.S.C. 794.
Source: 53 FR 25879, July 8, 1988, unless otherwise noted.
Sec. 102.101 Purpose.
The purpose of this regulation is to effectuate section 119 of the
Rehabilitation, Comprehensive Services, and Developmental Disabilities
Amendments of 1978, which amended section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973 to prohibit discrimination on the basis of handicap in programs
or activities conducted by Executive agencies or the United States
Postal Service.
Sec. 102.102 Application.
This regulation (Sec. Sec. 102.101-102.170) applies to all programs
or activities conducted by the agency, except for programs or activities
conducted outside the United States that do not involve individuals with
handicaps in the United States.
Sec. 102.103 Definitions.
For purposes of this regulation, the term--
Agency means, for purposes of this regulation only, the following
entities in the Executive Office of the President: the White House
Office, the Office of the Vice President, the Office of Management and
Budget, the Office of Policy Development, the National Security Council,
the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the Office of the United
States Trade Representative, the Council on Environmental Quality, the
Council of Economic Advisers, the Office of Administration, the Office
of Federal Procurement Policy, and any committee, board, commission, or
similar group established in the Executive Office of the President.
Agency head or head of the agency; as used in Sec. Sec.
102.150(a)(3), 102.160(d) and 102.170 (i) and (j), shall be a three-
member board which will include the Director, Office of Administration,
the head of the Executive Office of the President, agency in which the
issue needing resolution or decision arises and one other agency head
selected by the two other board members. In the event that an issue
needing resolution or decision arises within the Office of
Administration, one of the board members shall be the Director of the
Office of Management and Budget.
Assistant Attorney General means the Assistant Attorney General,
Civil Rights Division, United States Department of Justice.
Auxiliary aids means services or devices that enable persons with
impaired sensory, manual, or speaking skills to have an equal
opportunity to participate in, and enjoy the benefits of, programs or
activities conducted by the agency. For example, auxiliary aids useful
for persons with impaired vision include readers, Brailled materials,
audio recordings, and other similar services and devices. Auxiliary aids
useful for persons with impaired hearing include telephone handset
amplifiers, telephones compatible with hearing aids, telecommunication
devices for deaf persons (TDD's), interpreters, notetakers, written
materials, and other similar services and devices.
Complete complaint means a written statement that contains the
complainant's name and address and describes the agency's alleged
discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the agency of the
nature and date of the alleged violation of section 504. It shall be
signed by the complainant or by someone authorized to do so on his or
her behalf. Complaints filed on behalf of classes or third parties shall
describe or identify (by name, if possible) the alleged victims of
discrimination.
Facility means all or any portion of buildings, structures,
equipment, roads, walks, parking lots, rolling stock or other
conveyances, or other real or personal property.
Historic preservation programs means programs conducted by the
agency that have preservation of historic properties as a primary
purpose.
Historic properties means those properties that are listed or
eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or
properties designated as
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historic under a statute of the appropriate State or local government
body.
Individual with handicaps means any person who has a physical or
mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life
activities, has a record of such an impairment, or is regarded as having
such an impairment.
As used in this definition, the phrase:
(1) Physical or mental impairment includes--
(i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement,
or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems:
Neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory,
including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive;
genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; or
(ii) Any mental or psychological disorder, such as mental
retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and
specific learning disabilities. The term ``physical or mental
impairment'' includes, but is not limited to, such diseases and
conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments,
cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis,
cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness,
and drug addiction and alcoholism.
(2) Major life activities includes functions such as caring for
one's self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking,
breathing, learning, and working.
(3) Has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or
has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that
substantially limits one or more major life activities.
(4) Is regarded as having an impairment means--
(i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially
limit major life activities but is treated by the agency as constituting
such a limitation;
(ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits
major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward
such impairment; or
(iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this
definition but is treated by the agency as having such an impairment.
Qualified individual with handicaps means--
(1) With respect to preschool, elementary, or secondary education
services provided by the agency, an individual with handicaps who is a
member of a class of persons otherwise entitled by statute, regulation,
or agency policy to receive education services from the agency;
(2) With respect to any other agency program or activity under which
a person is required to perform services or to achieve a level of
accomplishment, an individual with handicaps who meets the essential
eligibility requirements and who can achieve the purpose of the program
or activity without modifications in the program or activity that the
agency can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in its
nature;
(3) With respect to any other program or activity, an individual
with handicaps who meets the essential eligibility requirements for
participation in, or receipt of benefits from, that program or activity;
and
(4) ``Qualified handicapped person'' as that term is defined for
purposes of employment in 29 CFR 1613.702(f), which is made applicable
to this regulation by Sec. 102.140.
Section 504 means section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
(Pub. L. 93-112, 87 Stat. 394 (29 U.S.C. 794)), as amended by the
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1974 (Pub. L. 93-516, 88 Stat. 1617);
the Rehabilitation, Comprehensive Services, and Developmental
Disabilities Amendments of 1978 (Pub. L. 95-602, 92 Stat. 2955); and the
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1986 (Pub. L. 99-506, 100 Stat. 1810).
As used in this regulation, section 504 applies only to programs or
activities conducted by Executive agencies and not to federally assisted
programs.
Substantial impairment means a significant loss of the integrity of
finished materials, design quality, or special character resulting from
a permanent alteration.
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Sec. Sec. 102.104-102.109 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.110 Self-evaluation.
(a) The agency shall, by September 6, 1989, evaluate its current
policies and practices, and the effects thereof, that do not or may not
meet the requirements of this regulation and, to the extent modification
of any such policies and practices is required, the agency shall proceed
to make the necessary modifications.
(b) The agency shall provide an opportunity to interested persons,
including individuals with handicaps or organizations representing
individuals with handicaps, to participate in the self-evaluation
process by submitting comments (both oral and written).
(c) The agency shall, for at least three years following completion
of the self-evaluation, maintain on file and make available for public
inspection:
(1) A description of areas examined and any problems identified; and
(2) A description of any modifications made.
Sec. 102.111 Notice.
The agency shall make available to employees, applicants,
participants, beneficiaries, and other interested persons such
information regarding the provisions of this regulation and its
applicability to the programs or activities conducted by the agency, and
make such information available to them in such manner as the head of
the agency finds necessary to apprise such persons of the protections
against discrimination assured them by section 504 and this regulation.
Sec. Sec. 102.112-102.129 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
(a) No qualified individual with handicaps shall, on the basis of
handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of,
or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or
activity conducted by the agency.
(b)(1) The agency, in providing any aid, benefit, or service, may
not, directly or through contractual, licensing, or other arrangements,
on the basis of handicap--
(i) Deny a qualified individual with handicaps the opportunity to
participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service;
(ii) Afford a qualified individual with handicaps an opportunity to
participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service that is not
equal to that afforded others;
(iii) Provide a qualified individual with handicaps with an aid,
benefit, or service that is not as effective in affording equal
opportunity to obtain the same result, to gain the same benefit, or to
reach the same level of achievement as that provided to others;
(iv) Provide different or separate aid, benefits, or services to
individuals with handicaps or to any class of individuals with handicaps
than is provided to others unless such action is necessary to provide
qualified individuals with handicaps with aid, benefits, or services
that are as effective as those provided to others;
(v) Deny a qualified individual with handicaps the opportunity to
participate as a member of planning or advisory boards;
(vi) Otherwise limit a qualified individual with handicaps in the
enjoyment of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity enjoyed by
others receiving the aid, benefit, or service.
(2) The agency may not deny a qualified individual with handicaps
the opportunity to participate in programs or activities that are not
separate or different, despite the existence of permissibly separate or
different programs or activities.
(3) The agency may not, directly or through contractual or other
arrangements, utilize criteria or methods of administration the purpose
or effect of which would--
(i) Subject qualified individuals with handicaps to discrimination
on the basis of handicap; or
(ii) Defeat or substantially impair accomplishment of the objectives
of a program or activity with respect to individuals with handicaps.
(4) The agency may not, in determining the site or location of a
facility, make selections the purpose or effect of which would--
(i) Exclude individuals with handicaps from, deny them the benefits
of,
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or otherwise subject them to discrimination under any program or
activity conducted by the agency; or
(ii) Defeat or substantially impair the accomplishment of the
objectives of a program or activity with respect to individuals with
handicaps.
(5) The agency, in the selection of procurement contractors, may not
use criteria that subject qualified individuals with handicaps to
discrimination on the basis of handicap.
(6) The agency may not administer a licensing or certification
program in a manner that subjects qualified individuals with handicaps
to discrimination on the basis of handicap, nor may the agency establish
requirements for the programs or activities of licensees or certified
entities that subject qualified individuals with handicaps to
discrimination on the basis of handicap. However, the programs or
activities of entities that are licensed or certified by the agency are
not, themselves, covered by this regulation.
(c) The exclusion of nonhandicapped persons from the benefits of a
program limited by Federal statute or Executive order to individuals
with handicaps or the exclusion of a specific class of individuals with
handicaps from a program limited by Federal statute or Executive order
to a different class of individuals with handicaps is not prohibited by
this regulation.
(d) The agency shall administer programs and activities in the most
integrated setting appropriate to the needs of qualified individuals
with handicaps.
Sec. Sec. 102.131-102.139 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.140 Employment.
No qualified individual with handicaps shall, on the basis of
handicap, be subject to discrimination in employment under any program
or activity conducted by the agency. The definitions, requirements, and
procedures of section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.
791), as established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in
29 CFR part 1613, shall apply to employment in federally conducted
programs or activities.
Sec. Sec. 102.141-102.148 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.149 Program accessibility: Discrimination prohibited.
Except as otherwise provided in Sec. 102.150, no qualified
individual with handicaps shall, because the agency's facilities are
inaccessible to or unusable by individuals with handicaps, be denied the
benefits of, be excluded from participation in, or otherwise be
subjected to discrimination under any program or activity conducted by
the agency.
Sec. 102.150 Program accessibility: Existing facilities.
(a) General. The agency shall operate each program or activity so
that the program or activity, when viewed in its entirety, is readily
accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps. This paragraph
does not--
(1) Necessarily require the agency to make each of its existing
facilities accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps;
(2) In the case of historic preservation programs, require the
agency to take any action that would result in a substantial impairment
of significant historic features of an historic property; or
(3) Require the agency to take any action that it can demonstrate
would result in a fundamental alteration in the nature of a program or
activity or in undue financial and administrative burdens. In those
circumstances where agency personnel believe that the proposed action
would fundamentally alter the program or activity or would result in
undue financial and administrative burdens, the agency has the burden of
proving that compliance with Sec. 102.150(a) would result in such
alteration or burdens. The decision that compliance would result in such
alteration or burdens must be made by the agency head or his or her
designee after considering all agency resources available for use in the
funding and operation of the conducted program or activity, and must be
accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for reaching that
conclusion. If an action would result in such an alteration or such
burdens, the agency shall take any other action that would not result
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in such an alteration or such burdens but would nevertheless ensure that
individuals with handicaps receive the benefits and services of the
program or activity.
(b) Methods--(1) General. The agency may comply with the
requirements of this section through such means as redesign of
equipment, reassignment of services to accessible buildings, assignment
of aides to beneficiaries, home visits, delivery of services at
alternate accessible sites, alteration of existing facilities and
construction of new facilities, use of accessible rolling stock, or any
other methods that result in making its programs or activities readily
accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps. The agency is
not required to make structural changes in existing facilities where
other methods are effective in achieving compliance with this section.
The agency, in making alterations to existing buildings, shall meet
accessibility requirements to the extent compelled by the Architectural
Barriers Act of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), and any
regulations implementing it. In choosing among available methods for
meeting the requirements of this section, the agency shall give priority
to those methods that offer programs and activities to qualified
individuals with handicaps in the most integrated setting appropriate.
(2) Historic preservation programs. In meeting the requirements of
Sec. 102.150(a) in historic preservation programs, the agency shall
give priority to methods that provide physical access to individuals
with handicaps. In cases where a physical alteration to an historic
property is not required because of Sec. 102.150(a) (2) or (3),
alternative methods of achieving program accessibility include--
(i) Using audio-visual materials and devices to depict those
portions of an historic property that cannot otherwise be made
accessible;
(ii) Assigning persons to guide individuals with handicaps into or
through portions of historic properties that cannot otherwise be made
accessible; or
(iii) Adopting other innovative methods.
(c) Time period for compliance. The agency shall comply with the
obligations established under this section by November 7, 1988, except
that where structural changes in facilities are undertaken, such changes
shall be made by September 6, 1991, but in any event as expeditiously as
possible.
(d) Transition plan. In the event that structural changes to
facilities will be undertaken to achieve program accessibility, the
agency shall develop, by March 6, 1989, a transition plan setting forth
the steps necessary to complete such changes. The agency shall provide
an opportunity to interested persons, including individuals with
handicaps or organizations representing individuals with handicaps, to
participate in the development of the transition plan by submitting
comments (both oral and written). A copy of the transition plan shall be
made available for public inspection. The plan shall, at a minimum--
(1) Identify physical obstacles in the agency's facilities that
limit the accessibility of its programs or activities to individuals
with handicaps;
(2) Describe in detail the methods that will be used to make the
facilities accessible;
(3) Specify the schedule for taking the steps necessary to achieve
compliance with this section and, if the time period of the transition
plan is longer than one year, identify steps that will be taken during
each year of the transition period; and
(4) Indicate the official responsible for implementation of the
plan.
Sec. 102.151 Program accessibility: New construction and alterations.
Each building or part of a building that is constructed or altered
by, on behalf of, or for the use of the agency shall be designed,
constructed, or altered so as to be readily accessible to and usable by
individuals with handicaps. The definitions, requirements, and standards
of the Architectural Barriers Act (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), as established
in 41 CFR 101-19.600 to 101-19.607, apply to buildings covered by this
section.
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Sec. Sec. 102.152-102.159 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.160 Communications.
(a) The agency shall take appropriate steps to ensure effective
communication with applicants, participants, personnel of other Federal
entities, and members of the public.
(1) The agency shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids where
necessary to afford an individual with handicaps an equal opportunity to
participate in, and enjoy the benefits of, a program or activity
conducted by the agency.
(i) In determining what type of auxiliary aid is necessary, the
agency shall give primary consideration to the requests of the
individual with handicaps.
(ii) The agency need not provide individually prescribed devices,
readers for personal use or study, or other devices of a personal
nature.
(2) Where the agency communicates with applicants and beneficiaries
by telephone, telecommunication devices for deaf persons (TDD's) or
equally effective telecommunication systems shall be used to communicate
with persons with impaired hearing.
(b) The agency shall ensure that interested persons, including
persons with impaired vision or hearing, can obtain information as to
the existence and location of accessible services, activities, and
facilities.
(c) The agency shall provide signage at a primary entrance to each
of its inaccessible facilities, directing users to a location at which
they can obtain information about accessible facilities. The
international symbol for accessibility shall be used at each primary
entrance of an accessible facility.
(d) This section does not require the agency to take any action that
it can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in the
nature of a program or activity or in undue financial and administrative
burdens. In those circumstances where agency personnel believe that the
proposed action would fundamentally alter the program or activity or
would result in undue financial and administrative burdens, the agency
has the burden of proving that compliance with Sec. 102.160 would
result in such alteration or burdens. The decision that compliance would
result in such alteration or burdens must be made by the agency head or
his or her designee after considering all agency resources available for
use in the funding and operation of the conducted program or activity
and must be accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for
reaching that conclusion. If an action required to comply with this
section would result in such an alteration or such burdens, the agency
shall take any other action that would not result in such an alteration
or such burdens but would nevertheless ensure that, to the maximum
extent possible, individuals with handicaps receive the benefits and
services of the program or activity.
Sec. Sec. 102.161-102.169 [Reserved]
Sec. 102.170 Compliance procedures.
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this
section applies to all allegations of discrimination on the basis of
handicap in programs and activities conducted by the agency.
(b) The agency shall process complaints alleging violations of
section 504 with respect to employment according to the procedures
established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 29 CFR
part 1613 pursuant to section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29
U.S.C. 791).
(c) The Director, Facilities Management, Office of Administration,
Executive Office of the President, shall be responsible for coordinating
implementation of this section. Complaints may be sent to the Director
at the following address: Room 486, Old Executive Office Building, 17th
and Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20500.
(d) The agency shall accept and investigate all complete complaints
for which it has jurisdiction. All complete complaints must be filed
within 180 days of the alleged act of discrimination. The agency may
extend this time period for good cause.
(e) If the agency receives a complaint over which it does not have
jurisdiction, it shall promptly notify the complainant and shall make
reasonable efforts to refer the complaint to the appropriate Government
entity.
(f) The agency shall notify the Architectural and Transportation
Barriers
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Compliance Board upon receipt of any complaint alleging that a building
or facility that is subject to the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968,
as amended (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), is not readily accessible to and
usable by individuals with handicaps.
(g) Within 180 days of the receipt of a complete complaint for which
it has jurisdiction, the agency shall notify the complainant of the
results of the investigation in a letter containing--
(1) Findings of fact and conclusions of law;
(2) A description of a remedy for each violation found; and
(3) A notice of the right to appeal.
(h) Appeals of the findings of fact and conclusions of law or
remedies must be filed by the complainant within 90 days of receipt from
the agency of the letter required by Sec. 102.170(g). The agency may
extend this time for good cause.
(i) Timely appeals shall be accepted and processed by the head of
the agency.
(j) The head of the agency shall notify the complainant of the
results of the appeal within 60 days of the receipt of the request. If
the head of the agency determines that additional information is needed
from the complainant, he or she shall have 60 days from the date of
receipt of the additional information to make his or her determination
on the appeal.
(k) The time limits cited in paragraphs (g) and (j) of this section
may be extended with the permission of the Assistant Attorney General.
(l) The agency may delegate its authority for conducting complaint
investigations to other Federal agencies, except that the authority for
making the final determination may not be delegated to another agency.
Sec. Sec. 102.171-102.999 [Reserved] PARTS 103-199 [RESERVED]
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TITLE 3 FINDING AIDS
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Table 1--Proclamations
Table 2--Executive Orders
Table 3--Other Presidential Documents
Table 4--Presidential Documents Affected During 2022
Table 5--Statutes Cited as Authority for Presidential Documents
List of CFR Sections Affected
Index
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Table 1--PROCLAMATIONS
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No. Signature Date Subject 87 FR Page
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2022.............
10334............... Jan. 14.......... Religious 3021
Freedom Day,
2022.
10335............... Jan. 14.......... Martin Luther 3023
King, Jr.,
Federal
Holiday, 2022.
10336............... Jan. 31.......... American Heart 6395
Month, 2022.
10337............... Jan. 31.......... National Black 6397
History Month,
2022.
10338............... Jan. 31.......... National Teen 6401
Dating Violence
Awareness and
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10339............... Feb. 4........... To Continue 7357
Facilitating
Positive
Adjustment to
Competition
From Imports of
Certain
Crystalline
Silicon
Photovoltaic
Cells (Whether
or Not
Partially or
Fully Assembled
Into Other
Products).
10340............... Feb. 18.......... National Eating 10675
Disorders
Awareness Week,
2022.
10341............... Feb. 18.......... Day of 10677
Remembrance of
Japanese
American
Incarceration
During World
War II.
10342............... Feb. 28.......... American Red 11923
Cross Month,
2022.
10343............... Feb. 28.......... Irish-American 11925
Heritage Month,
2022.
10344............... Feb. 28.......... National 11927
Colorectal
Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10345............... Feb. 28.......... Women's History 11929
Month, 2022.
10346............... Mar. 1........... Read Across 12389
America Day,
2022.
10347............... Mar. 4........... National 13115
Consumer
Protection
Week, 2022.
10348............... Mar. 14.......... National Equal 15029
Pay Day, 2022.
10349............... Mar. 18.......... National Poison 16369
Prevention
Week, 2022.
10350............... Mar. 21.......... National 16981
Agriculture
Day, 2022.
10351............... Mar. 23.......... Death of 17141
Madeleine
Korbel Albright.
10352............... Mar. 24.......... Greek 17937
Independence
Day: A National
Day of
Celebration of
Greek and
American
Democracy, 2022.
10353............... Mar. 28.......... Commemoration of 18601
the 50th
Anniversary of
the Vietnam War.
10354............... Mar. 30.......... C[eacute]sar 19347
Ch[aacute]vez
Day, 2022.
10355............... Mar. 30.......... Transgender Day 19349
of Visibility,
2022.
10356............... Mar. 31.......... Adjusting 19351
Imports of
Steel Into the
United States.
10357............... Mar. 31.......... Month of the 19581
Military Child,
2022.
10358............... Mar. 31.......... National Cancer 19583
Control Month,
2022.
10359............... Mar. 31.......... National Child 19585
Abuse
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10360............... Mar. 31.......... National Donate 19587
Life Month,
2022.
10361............... Mar. 31.......... National Sexual 19589
Assault
Awareness and
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10362............... Mar. 31.......... Second Chance 19593
Month, 2022.
10363............... Apr. 1........... National Public 19779
Health Week,
2022.
10364............... Apr. 1........... World Autism 19781
Awareness Day,
2022.
10365............... Apr. 8........... Black Maternal 22095
Health Week,
2022.
10366............... Apr. 8........... Pan American Day 22097
and Pan
American Week,
2022.
10367............... Apr. 8........... National Former 22099
Prisoner of War
Recognition
Day, 2022.
10368............... Apr. 11.......... Education and 22101
Sharing Day,
USA, 2022.
10369............... Apr. 15.......... National Park 23747
Week, 2022.
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10370............... Apr. 15.......... National 23749
Volunteer Week,
2022.
10371............... Apr. 21.......... Declaration of 24265
National
Emergency and
Invocation of
Emergency
Authority
Relating to the
Regulation of
the Anchorage
and Movement of
Russian-
Affiliated
Vessels to
United States
Ports.
10372............... Apr. 21.......... Earth Day, 2022. 24397
10373............... Apr. 22.......... Days of 24847
Remembrance of
Victims of the
Holocaust, 2022.
10374............... Apr. 22.......... National Crime 24849
Victims' Rights
Week, 2022.
10375............... Apr. 27.......... Workers Memorial 25569
Day, 2022.
10376............... Apr. 28.......... Law Day, U.S.A., 26121
2022.
10377............... Apr. 29.......... Asian American, 26653
Native
Hawaiian, and
Pacific
Islander
Heritage Month,
2022.
10378............... Apr. 29.......... National 26655
Building Safety
Month, 2022.
10379............... Apr. 29.......... National Foster 26657
Care Month,
2022.
10380............... Apr. 29.......... National Mental 26659
Health
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10381............... Apr. 29.......... National 26661
Physical
Fitness and
Sports Month,
2022.
10382............... Apr. 29.......... Older Americans 26663
Month, 2022.
10383............... Apr. 29.......... National 26665
Hurricane
Preparedness
Week, 2022.
10384............... Apr. 29.......... National Small 26667
Business Week,
2022.
10385............... Apr. 29.......... National Teacher 26669
Appreciation
Day and
National
Teacher
Appreciation
Week, 2022.
10386............... Apr. 29.......... Public Service 26671
Recognition
Week, 2022.
10387............... Apr. 29.......... Loyalty Day, 26673
2022.
10388............... Apr. 29.......... Jewish American 26959
Heritage Month,
2022.
10389............... May 4............ Missing or 27905
Murdered
Indigenous
Persons
Awareness Day,
2022.
10390............... May 4............ National Day of 27907
Prayer, 2022.
10391............... May 5............ Military Spouse 27915
Appreciation
Day, 2022.
10392............... May 6............ National Women's 28751
Health Week,
2022.
10393............... May 6............ Mother's Day, 28753
2022.
10394............... May 12........... Remembering the 30095
1,000,000
Americans Lost
to COVID-19.
10395............... May 13........... Emergency 30385
Medical
Services Week,
2022.
10396............... May 13........... National Defense 30387
Transportation
Day and
National
Transportation
Week, 2022.
10397............... May 13........... Peace Officers 30389
Memorial Day
and Police
Week, 2022.
10398............... May 13........... World Trade 30391
Week, 2022.
10399............... May 20........... National Safe 31699
Boating Week,
2022.
10400............... May 20........... Armed Forces 31701
Day, 2022.
10401............... May 20........... National 31705
Maritime Day,
2022.
10402............... May 24........... Honoring the 32077
Victims of the
Tragedy in
Uvalde, Texas.
10403............... May 27........... Adjusting 33407
Imports of
Steel Into the
United States.
10404............... May 27........... Prayer for 33413
Peace, Memorial
Day, 2022.
10405............... May 31........... Adjusting 33583
Imports of
Aluminum Into
the United
States.
10406............... May 31........... Adjusting 33591
Imports of
Steel Into the
United States.
10407............... May 31........... Black Music 33601
Appreciation
Month, 2022.
10408............... May 31........... Great Outdoors 33603
Month, 2022.
10409............... May 31........... Lesbian, Gay, 33605
Bisexual,
Transgender,
Queer, and
Intersex Pride
Month, 2022.
10410............... May 31........... National 33607
Caribbean-
American
Heritage Month,
2022.
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10411............... May 31........... National 33609
Homeownership
Month, 2022.
10412............... May 31........... National 33611
Immigrant
Heritage Month,
2022.
10413............... May 31........... National Ocean 33613
Month, 2022.
10414............... June 6........... Declaration of 35067
Emergency and
Authorization
for Temporary
Extensions of
Time and Duty-
Free
Importation of
Solar Cells and
Modules From
Southeast Asia.
10415............... June 10.......... Flag Day and 36045
National Flag
Week, 2022.
10416............... June 14.......... World Elder 36381
Abuse Awareness
Day, 2022.
10417............... June 17.......... Father's Day, 37435
2022.
10418............... June 17.......... Juneteenth Day 37437
of Observance,
2022.
10419............... June 22.......... 50th Anniversary 37977
of the Federal
Pell Grant
Program.
10420............... June 27.......... Increasing 38875
Duties on
Certain
Articles From
the Russian
Federation.
10421............... July 5........... Honoring the 40707
Victims of the
Tragedy in
Highland Park,
Illinois.
10422............... July 8........... Death of Abe 42051
Shinzo.
10423............... July 15.......... Captive Nations 43199
Week, 2022.
10424............... July 15.......... National Atomic 43201
Veterans Day,
2022.
10425............... July 22.......... Made in America 45003
Week, 2022.
10426............... July 25.......... Anniversary of 45233
the Americans
With
Disabilities
Act, 2022.
10427............... July 26.......... National Korean 45623
War Veterans
Armistice Day,
2022.
10428............... Aug. 5........... National Health 48601
Center Week,
2022.
10429............... Aug. 19.......... National 51859
Employer
Support of the
Guard and
Reserve Week,
2022.
10430............... Aug. 25.......... Women's Equality 52845
Day, 2022.
10431............... Aug. 26.......... Overdose 53361
Awareness Week,
2022.
10432............... Aug. 31.......... National 54297
Childhood
Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10433............... Aug. 31.......... National Ovarian 54299
Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10434............... Aug. 31.......... National 54301
Preparedness
Month, 2022.
10435............... Aug. 31.......... National 54303
Prostate Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10436............... Aug. 31.......... National 54305
Recovery Month,
2022.
10437............... Aug. 31.......... National Sickle 54307
Cell Awareness
Month, 2022.
10438............... Aug. 31.......... National 54309
Wilderness
Month, 2022.
10439............... Sept. 2.......... Labor Day, 2022. 54857
10440............... Sept. 8.......... Death of Queen 55901
Elizabeth II.
10441............... Sept. 8.......... National Days of 55903
Prayer and
Remembrance,
2022.
10442............... Sept. 9.......... World Suicide 56239
Prevention Day,
2022.
10443............... Sept. 9.......... National 56241
Hispanic-
Serving
Institutions
Week, 2022.
10444............... Sept. 9.......... National 56243
Grandparents
Day, 2022.
10445............... Sept. 9.......... Patriot Day and 56245
National Day of
Service and
Remembrance,
2022.
10446............... Sept. 14......... National 57137
Hispanic
Heritage Month,
2022.
10447............... Sept. 15......... National POW/MIA 57367
Recognition
Day, 2022.
10448............... Sept. 16......... Constitution Day 57561
and Citizenship
Day, and
Constitution
Week, 2022.
10449............... Sept. 16......... Minority 57563
Enterprise
Development
Week, 2022.
10450............... Sept. 16......... National Farm 57565
Safety and
Health Week,
2022.
10451............... Sept. 16......... National 57567
Historically
Black Colleges
and
Universities
Week, 2022.
10452............... Sept. 19......... National Voter 57793
Registration
Day, 2022.
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10453............... Sept. 23......... National Hunting 58705
and Fishing
Day, 2022.
10454............... Sept. 23......... National Public 58707
Lands Day, 2022.
10455............... Sept. 23......... Gold Star 58709
Mother's and
Family's Day,
2022.
10456............... Sept. 30......... Cybersecurity 60241
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10457............... Sept. 30......... National Arts 60243
and Humanities
Month, 2022.
10458............... Sept. 30......... National Breast 60245
Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10459............... Sept. 30......... National Clean 60249
Energy Action
Month, 2022.
10460............... Sept. 30......... National 60251
Disability
Employment
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10461............... Sept. 30......... National 60253
Domestic
Violence
Awareness and
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10462............... Sept. 30......... National Youth 60257
Justice Action
Month, 2022.
10463............... Sept. 30......... National Youth 60259
Substance Use
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10464............... Sept. 30......... National 60261
Community
Policing Week,
2022.
10465............... Sept. 30......... Child Health 60263
Day, 2022.
10466............... Oct. 5........... German-American 61215
Day, 2022.
10467............... Oct. 6........... Granting Pardon 61441
for the Offense
of Simple
Possession of
Marijuana.
10468............... Oct. 6........... National 61443
Manufacturing
Day, 2022.
10469............... Oct. 7........... Fire Prevention 61949
Week, 2022.
10470............... Oct. 7........... National School 61951
Lunch Week,
2022.
10471............... Oct. 7........... Leif Erikson 61953
Day, 2022.
10472............... Oct. 7........... Columbus Day, 61955
2022.
10473............... Oct. 7........... Indigenous 61957
Peoples' Day,
2022.
10474............... Oct. 11.......... General Pulaski 62299
Memorial Day,
2022.
10475............... Oct. 11.......... International 62301
Day of the
Girl, 2022.
10476............... Oct. 12.......... Establishment of 63381
the Camp Hale-
Continental
Divide National
Monument.
10477............... Oct. 14.......... Blind Americans 63393
Equality Day,
2022.
10478............... Oct. 14.......... National 63395
Character
Counts Week,
2022.
10479............... Oct. 14.......... National Forest 63397
Products Week,
2022.
10480............... Oct. 17.......... 50th Anniversary 63661
of the Clean
Water Act.
10481............... Oct. 21.......... United Nations 64683
Day, 2022.
10482............... Oct. 27.......... National First 65649
Responders Day,
2022.
10483............... Oct. 31.......... Critical 66515
Infrastructure
Security and
Resilience
Month, 2022.
10484............... Oct. 31.......... National 66517
Adoption Month,
2022.
10485............... Oct. 31.......... National 66519
Alzheimer's
Disease
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10486............... Oct. 31.......... National 66521
Diabetes Month,
2022.
10487............... Oct. 31.......... National 66525
Entrepreneurshi
p Month, 2022.
10488............... Oct. 31.......... National Family 66527
Caregivers
Month, 2022.
10489............... Oct. 31.......... National Lung 66529
Cancer
Awareness
Month, 2022.
10490............... Oct. 31.......... National Native 66531
American
Heritage Month,
2022.
10491............... Oct. 31.......... National 66533
Veterans and
Military
Families Month,
2022.
10492............... Nov. 7........... Veterans Day, 67763
2022.
10493............... Nov. 8........... World Freedom 68019
Day, 2022.
10494............... Nov. 10.......... American 68591
Education Week,
2022.
10495............... Nov. 10.......... National 68593
Apprenticeship
Week, 2022.
10496............... Nov. 14.......... America Recycles 68885
Day, 2022.
10497............... Nov. 16.......... National Rural 70701
Health Day,
2022.
10498............... Nov. 18.......... National Family 71503
Week, 2022.
10499............... Nov. 18.......... National Child's 71505
Day, 2022.
10500............... Nov. 23.......... Thanksgiving 73431
Day, 2022.
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10501............... Nov. 30.......... National 74489
Impaired
Driving
Prevention
Month, 2022.
10502............... Nov. 30.......... World AIDS Day, 74491
2022.
10503............... Dec. 2........... International 74949
Day of Persons
With
Disabilities,
2022.
10504............... Dec. 6........... National Pearl 75455
Harbor
Remembrance
Day, 2022.
10505............... Dec. 9........... Human Rights Day 76403
and Human
Rights Week,
2022.
10506............... Dec. 14.......... Day of 77463
Remembrance: 10
Years After the
2012 Sandy Hook
Elementary
School Shooting.
10507............... Dec. 14.......... Bill of Rights 77455
Day, 2022.
10508............... Dec. 16.......... Wright Brothers 78511
Day, 2022.
10509............... Dec. 23.......... To Take Certain 79977
Actions Under
the African
Growth and
Opportunity Act
and for Other
Purposes.
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No. Signature Date Subject 88 FR Page
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2022.............
10510............... Dec. 30.......... National Human 739
Trafficking
Prevention
Month, 2023.
10511............... Dec. 30.......... National 741
Mentoring
Month, 2023.
10512............... Dec. 30.......... National 743
Stalking
Awareness
Month, 2023.
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Table 2--EXECUTIVE ORDERS
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No. Signature Date Subject 87 FR Page
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
2022...........
14062............. Jan. 26........ 2022 Amendments to 4763
the Manual for
Courts-Martial,
United States.
14063............. Feb. 4......... Use of Project Labor 7363
Agreements for
Federal
Construction
Projects.
14064............. Feb. 11........ Protecting Certain 8391
Property of Da
Afghanistan Bank
for the Benefit of
the People of
Afghanistan.
14065............. Feb. 21........ Blocking Property of 10293
Certain Persons and
Prohibiting Certain
Transactions With
Respect to
Continued Russian
Efforts To
Undermine the
Sovereignty and
Territorial
Integrity of
Ukraine.
14066............. Mar. 8......... Prohibiting Certain 13625
Imports and New
Investments With
Respect to
Continued Russian
Federation Efforts
To Undermine the
Sovereignty and
Territorial
Integrity of
Ukraine.
14067............. Mar. 9......... Ensuring Responsible 14143
Development of
Digital Assets.
14068............. Mar. 11........ Prohibiting Certain 14381
Imports, Exports,
and New Investment
With Respect to
Continued Russian
Federation
Aggression.
14069............. Mar. 15........ Advancing Economy, 15315
Efficiency, and
Effectiveness in
Federal Contracting
by Promoting Pay
Equity and
Transparency.
14070............. Apr. 5......... Continuing To 20689
Strengthen
Americans' Access
to Affordable,
Quality Health
Coverage.
14071............. Apr. 6......... Prohibiting New 20999
Investment in and
Certain Services to
the Russian
Federation in
Response to
Continued Russian
Federation
Aggression.
14072............. Apr. 22........ Strengthening the 24851
Nation's Forests,
Communities, and
Local Economies.
14073............. May 4.......... Enhancing the 27909
National Quantum
Initiative Advisory
Committee.
14074............. May 25......... Advancing Effective, 32945
Accountable
Policing and
Criminal Justice
Practices To
Enhance Public
Trust and Public
Safety.
14075............. June 15........ Advancing Equality 37189
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual,
Transgender, Queer,
and Intersex
Individuals.
14076............. July 8......... Protecting Access to 42053
Reproductive
Healthcare Services.
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14077............. July 15........ Establishing an 43203
Emergency Board To
Investigate
Disputes Between
Certain Railroads
Represented by the
National Carriers'
Conference
Committee of the
National Railway
Labor Conference
and Their Employees
Represented by
Certain Labor
Organizations.
14078............. July 19........ Bolstering Efforts 43389
To Bring Hostages
and Wrongfully
Detained United
States Nationals
Home.
14079............. Aug. 3......... Securing Access to 49505
Reproductive and
Other Healthcare
Services.
14080............. Aug. 25........ Implementation of 52847
the CHIPS Act of
2022.
14081............. Sept. 12....... Advancing 56849
Biotechnology and
Biomanufacturing
Innovation for a
Sustainable, Safe,
and Secure American
Bioeconomy.
14082............. Sept. 12....... Implementation of 56861
the Energy and
Infrastructure
Provisions of the
Inflation Reduction
Act of 2022.
14083............. Sept. 15....... Ensuring Robust 57369
Consideration of
Evolving National
Security Risks by
the Committee on
Foreign Investment
in the United
States.
14084............. Sept. 30....... Promoting the Arts, 60535
the Humanities, and
Museum and Library
Services.
14085............. Oct. 3......... Expanding 60541
Eligibility for
Certain Military
Decorations and
Awards.
14086............. Oct. 7......... Enhancing Safeguards 62283
for United States
Signals
Intelligence
Activities.
14087............. Oct. 14........ Lowering 63399
Prescription Drug
Costs for Americans.
14088............. Oct. 24........ Taking Additional 64685
Steps To Address
the National
Emergency With
Respect to the
Situation in
Nicaragua.
14089............. Dec. 13........ Establishing the 77459
President's
Advisory Council on
African Diaspora
Engagement in the
United States.
14090............. Dec. 23........ Adjustments of 79985
Certain Rates of
Pay.
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Table 3--OTHER PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS
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87 FR
Signature Date Subject Page
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2022
Feb. 1................... Presidential Determination No. 6759
2022-09: Unexpected Urgent
Refugee and Migration Needs.
Feb. 7................... Notice: Continuation of the 7677
National Emergency With Respect
to the Situation in and in
Relation to Burma.
Feb. 18.................. Notice: Continuation of the 10289
National Emergency Concerning the
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-
19) Pandemic.
Feb. 22.................. Notice: Continuation of the 10681
National Emergency With Respect
to Libya.
Feb. 23.................. Notice: Continuation of the 10685
National Emergency With Respect
to Cuba and of the Emergency
Authority Relating to the
Regulation of the Anchorage and
Movement of Vessels.
Feb. 25.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 14755
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
and Section 614(a)(1) of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Mar. 1................... Memorandum: Maximizing Assistance 12391
To Respond to COVID-19.
Mar. 2................... Notice: Continuation of the 12387
National Emergency With Respect
to Ukraine.
Mar. 3................... Notice: Continuation of the 12553
National Emergency With Respect
to Zimbabwe.
Mar. 3................... Notice: Continuation of the 12555
National Emergency With Respect
to Iran.
Mar. 3................... Notice: Continuation of the 12557
National Emergency With Respect
to Venezuela.
Mar. 10.................. Presidential Determination No. 15025
2022-10: Designation of the State
of Qatar as a Major Non-NATO Ally.
Mar. 12.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 15027
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Mar. 16.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 16365
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Mar. 16.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 16367
Authority Under Section 552(c)(2)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Mar. 28.................. Order: Sequestration Order for 18603
Fiscal Year 2023 Pursuant to
Section 251A of the Balanced
Budget and Emergency Deficit
Control Act, as Amended.
Mar. 30.................. Notice: Continuation of the 18963
National Emergency With Respect
to Significant Malicious Cyber-
Enabled Activities.
Mar. 30.................. Notice: Continuation of the 18965
National Emergency With Respect
to South Sudan.
Mar. 30.................. Notice: Continuation of the 19343
National Emergency With Respect
to Somalia.
Mar. 31.................. Presidential Determination No. 19775
2022-11: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended.
Apr. 5................... Memorandum: Addressing the Long- 20995
Term Effects of COVID-19.
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Apr. 5................... Memorandum: Delegation of 21001
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Apr.13................... Notice: Continuation of the 22431
National Emergency With Respect
to Specified Harmful Foreign
Activities of the Government of
the Russian Federation.
Apr. 13.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 23419
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Apr. 21.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 25395
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
May 6.................... Memorandum: Delegation of 29647
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
and Section 614(a)(1) of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
May 9.................... Notice: Continuation of the 28749
National Emergency With Respect
to the Actions of the Government
of Syria.
May 9.................... Notice: Continuation of the 29019
National Emergency With Respect
to the Central African Republic.
May 9.................... Notice: Continuation of the 29021
National Emergency With Respect
to the Stabilization of Iraq.
May 9.................... Notice: Continuation of the 29023
National Emergency With Respect
to Yemen.
May 12................... Notice: Continuation of the 29645
National Emergency With Respect
to Securing the Information and
Communications Technology and
Services Supply Chain.
May 12................... Presidential Determination No. 30383
2022-12: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the
National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2012.
May 18................... Presidential Determination No. 31357
2022-13: Delegating Authority
Under the Defense Production Act
To Ensure an Adequate Supply of
Infant Formula.
May 23................... Presidential Determination No. 32943
2022-14: Designation of Colombia
as a Major Non-NATO Ally.
June 1................... Memorandum: Delegation of 35081
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
June 3................... Memorandum: Delegation of 34763
Authority Under Sections 1209 and
1236 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2015, as Amended.
June 6................... Presidential Determination No. 35071
2022-15: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended, on Solar
Photovoltaic Modules and Module
Components.
June 6................... Presidential Determination No. 35073
2022-16: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended, on
Insulation.
June 6................... Presidential Determination No. 35075
2022-17: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended, on
Electrolyzers, Fuel Cells, and
Platinum Group Metals.
June 6................... Presidential Determination No. 35077
2022-18: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended, on Electric
Heat Pumps.
June 6................... Presidential Determination No. 35079
2022-19: Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section
303 of the Defense Production Act
of 1950, as Amended, on
Transformers and Electric Power
Grid Components.
June 8................... Memorandum: Delegation of 35853
Authority Under the European
Energy Security and
Diversification Act of 2019.
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June 13.................. Notice: Continuation of the 36047
National Emergency With Respect
to Belarus.
June 13.................. Notice: Continuation of the 36049
National Emergency With Respect
to North Korea.
June 13.................. Notice: Continuation of the 36051
National Emergency With Respect
to the Western Balkans.
June 15.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 37975
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
June 16.................. Memorandum: Establishment of the 37431
White House Task Force to Address
Online Harassment and Abuse.
June 21.................. Memorandum: Prescription of Method 37971
of Designating a Member of the
Military Sentencing Parameters
and Criteria Board.
June 23.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 39321
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
June 26.................. Memorandum: Partnership for Global 39323
Infrastructure and Investment.
June 27.................. Memorandum: Extending and 38871
Expanding Eligibility for
Deferred Enforced Departure for
Liberians.
July 1................... Memorandum: Delegation of 41025
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
July 8................... Memorandum: Delegation of 42059
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
July 11.................. Notice: Continuation of the 42057
National Emergency With Respect
to Hong Kong.
July 21.................. Notice: Continuation of the 43983
National Emergency With Respect
to Transnational Criminal
Organizations.
July 22.................. Notice: Continuation of the 44263
National Emergency With Respect
to Mali.
July 22.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 45625
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
July 28.................. Notice: Continuation of the 46881
National Emergency With Respect
to Lebanon.
Aug. 1................... Memorandum: Delegation of 48599
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Aug. 4................... Notice: Continuation of the 48077
National Emergency With Respect
to Export Control Regulations.
Aug. 8................... Memorandum: Delegation of 51231
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Aug. 9................... Memorandum: Delegation of 50233
Authority Under Sections 102 and
106 of the CHIPS Act of 2022.
Aug. 9................... Presidential Determination No. 51233
2022-20: Continuation of U.S.
Drug Interdiction Assistance to
the Government of Colombia.
Aug. 12.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 51235
Authority Under the Trans-Sahara
Counterterrorism Partnership
Program Act of 2022.
Aug. 19.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 52659
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Aug. 25.................. Presidential Determination No. 54603
2022-21: Presidential
Determination on the Proposed
Agreement To Extend the Agreement
for Cooperation Between the
United States of America and the
Republic of South Africa
Concerning Peaceful Uses of
Nuclear Energy.
Aug. 26.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 54605
Authority Under Section 614(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
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Aug. 26.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 54607
Authority Under Section 614(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Sept. 2.................. Presidential Determination No. 54859
2022-22: Continuation of the
Exercise of Certain Authorities
Under the Trading With the Enemy
Act.
Sept. 7.................. Notice: Continuation of the 55681
National Emergency With Respect
To Foreign Interference in or
Undermining Public Confidence in
United States Elections.
Sept. 8.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 56559
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Sept. 9.................. Notice: Continuation of the 55897
National Emergency With Respect
to Certain Terrorist Attacks.
Sept. 9.................. Notice: Continuation of the 55899
National Emergency With Respect
to Ethiopia.
Sept. 15................. Memorandum: Delegation of 58249
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Sept. 15................. Presidential Determination No. 58251
2022-23: Presidential
Determination on Major Drug
Transit or Major Illicit Drug
Producing Countries for Fiscal
Year 2023.
Sept. 16................. Memorandum: Delegation of 58253
Authority Under Section 610 of
the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961, as Amended.
Sept. 19................. Notice: Continuation of the 57569
National Emergency With Respect
to Persons Who Commit, Threaten
To Commit, or Support Terrorism.
Sept. 23................. Presidential Determination No. 60057
2022-24: Terminating the
Designation of Afghanistan as a
Major Non-NATO Ally.
Sept. 27................. Presidential Determination No. 60547
2022-25: Presidential
Determination on Refugee
Admissions for Fiscal Year 2023.
Sept. 30................. Memorandum: Delegation of 60539
Authority Under Public Law 117-
169.
Oct. 3................... Memorandum: Presidential Waiver of 60545
Statutory Requirements Pursuant
to Section 303 of the Defense
Production Act of 1950, as
Amended.
Oct. 3................... Presidential Determination No. 61943
2023-01: Presidential
Determination and Certification
With Respect to the Child
Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008.
Oct. 4................... Memorandum: Delegation of 61947
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Oct. 12.................. Notice: Continuation of the 62279
National Emergency With Respect
to Significant Narcotics
Traffickers Centered in Colombia.
Oct. 12.................. Notice: Continuation of the 62281
National Emergency With Respect
to the Situation in and in
Relation to Syria.
Oct. 13.................. Notice: Continuation of the 62975
National Emergency With Respect
to the Democratic Republic of the
Congo.
Oct. 14.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 64359
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Oct. 14.................. Presidential Determination No. 64361
2023-02: Presidential
Determination With Respect to the
Efforts of Foreign Governments
Regarding Trafficking in Persons.
Oct. 28.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 67761
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Nov. 1................... Notice: Continuation of the 66225
National Emergency With Respect
to Sudan.
Nov. 8................... Notice: Continuation of the 68013
National Emergency With Respect
to Iran.
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Nov. 8................... Notice: Continuation of the 68015
National Emergency With Respect
to the Proliferation of Weapons
of Mass Destruction.
Nov. 8................... Notice: Continuation of the 68017
National Emergency With Respect
to the Threat From Securities
Investments That Finance Certain
Companies of the People's
Republic of China.
Nov. 10.................. Notice: Continuation of the 68589
National Emergency With Respect
to the Situation in Nicaragua.
Nov. 10.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 71201
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Nov. 23.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 73621
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Nov. 28.................. Memorandum: Promoting 74485
Accountability for Conflict-
Related Sexual Violence.
Nov. 30.................. Memorandum: Uniform Standards for 74479
Tribal Consultation.
Dec. 9................... Memorandum: Delegation of 77705
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
Dec. 12.................. Notice: Continuation of the 76547
National Emergency With Respect
to Serious Human Rights Abuse and
Corruption.
Dec. 12.................. Notice: Continuation of the 76549
National Emergency With Respect
to the Global Illicit Drug Trade.
Dec. 15.................. Memorandum: Certifications 77967
Regarding Disclosure of
Information in Certain Records
Related to the Assassination of
President John F. Kennedy.
Dec. 21.................. Memorandum: Delegation of 79787
Authority Under Section 506(a)(1)
of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961.
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Title 3--The President
Table 4--PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS AFFECTED DURING 2022
________________________________________________________________________
Editorial note: The following abbreviations are used in this table:
EO Executive Order
FR Federal Register
PLO Public Land Order (43 CFR, Appendix to Chapter II)
Proc. Proclamation
Pub. L. Public Law
Stat. U.S. Statutes at Large
DCPD Daily Compilation of Presidential Documents
________________________________________________________________________
Proclamations
Date or Number
Comment
6867.............See Notice of Feb. 23, p. 488..........................
7463.............See Notice of Sept. 9, p. 548..........................
7757.............See Notice of Feb. 23, p. 488..........................
7826.............Amended by Proc. 10509.................................
7971.............Amended by Proc. 10509.................................
8271.............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
8693.............See EO 14078...........................................
9398.............See Notice of Feb. 23, p. 488..........................
9549.............Amended by Proc. 10509.................................
9693.............Amended by Proc. 10339.................................
9699.............See Notice of Feb. 23, p. 488..........................
9704.............Amended by Proc. 10405.................................
9705.............See Proc. 10356; Amended by Procs. 10403, 10406........
9711.............See Procs. 10356, 10403, 10406.........................
9980.............See Proc. 10356; Amended by Procs. 10403, 10406........
9994.............See Notice of Feb. 18, p. 486..........................
10101............See Proc. 10339........................................
10210............Superseded by Proc. 10400..............................
10509............See Proc. 10509 8......................................
Executive Orders
Date or Number
Comment
8809.............Amended by EO 14085....................................
9158.............Amended by EO 14085....................................
9242-A...........See EO 14085...........................................
9323.............See EO 14085...........................................
10444............See EO 14085...........................................
10694............Amended by EO 14085....................................
11046............Amended by EO 14085....................................
11545............Amended by EO 14085....................................
12170............See Notices of Mar. 3, p. 492; Nov. 8, p. 563..........
12333............See EO 14086...........................................
12473............See EO 14062...........................................
12898............See EO 14082...........................................
12938............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
12957............See Notices of Mar. 3, p. 492; Nov. 8, p. 563..........
12959............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
12978............See Notice of Oct. 12, p. 557..........................
13007............See Proc. 10476........................................
13059............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13067............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562...........................
13094............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
13175............See Memorandum of Nov. 30, p. 570......................
13219............See Notice of June 13, p. 521..........................
13222............See Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541...........................
13224............See Notice of Sept. 19, p. 552.........................
13288............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13290............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13303............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13304............See Notice of June 13, p. 521..........................
13315............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13338............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13350............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13364............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13382............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
13391............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13399............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13400............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562...........................
13405............See Notice of June 13, p. 518..........................
13412............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562...........................
13413............See Notice of Oct. 13, p. 558..........................
13438............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13441............See Notice of July 28, p. 540..........................
13460............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13466............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
13469............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13502............Revoked by EO 14063....................................
13526............See EO 14086...........................................
13536............See Notice of Mar. 30, p. 498..........................
[[Page 609]]
13551............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
13553............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13566............See Notice of Feb. 22, p. 487..........................
13570............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
13572............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13573............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13574............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13581............See Notice of July 21, p. 538..........................
13582............See Notice of May 9, p. 507............................
13590............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13599............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13603............See Presidential Determination Nos. 2022-11 of Mar. 31,
p. 499; 2022-13 of May 18, p. 511
13606............See Notices of Mar. 3, p. 492; May 9, p. 507...........
13608............See Notices of Mar. 3, p. 492; May 9, p. 507...........
13611............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13620............See Notice of Mar. 30, p. 498..........................
13622............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13628............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13637............See Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541...........................
13645............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13660............See EO 14065; Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490.................
13661............See EO 14065; Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490.................
13662............See EO 14065; Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490.................
13664............See Notice of Mar. 30, p. 497..........................
13667............See Notice of May 9, p. 508............................
13668............See Notice of May 9, p. 509............................
13671............See Notice of Oct. 13, p. 558..........................
13685............See EO 14065; Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490.................
13687............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
13688............See EO 14074...........................................
13692............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13694............See Notice of Mar. 30, p. 497..........................
13698............See EO 14078...........................................
13716............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13722............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
13726............See Notice of Feb. 22, p. 487..........................
13757............See Notice of Mar. 30, p. 497..........................
13761............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562...........................
13804............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562...........................
13808............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13809............Revoked by EO 14074....................................
13810............See Notice of June 13, p. 519..........................
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13818............SeeMemorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567; Notice of Dec. 12, p.
575
13827............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13829............Revoked by EO 14074....................................
13830............Amended by EO 14085....................................
13835............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13846............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13848............See Notice of Sept. 7, p. 547..........................
13849............See EO 14065; Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490.................
13850............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13851............Amended by EO 14088; See Notice of Nov. 10, p. 566.....
13857............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13863............See Notice of July 21, p. 538..........................
13871............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13873............See Notice of May 12, p. 510...........................
13874............See EO 14081...........................................
13876............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13882............See Notice of July 22, p. 539..........................
13884............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 493...........................
13885............Revoked by EO 14073....................................
13886............See Notice of Sept. 19, p. 552.........................
13894............See Notice of Oct. 12, p. 557..........................
13902............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13936............See Notice of July 11, p. 538..........................
13949............See Notice of Mar. 3, p. 492...........................
13959............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
13974............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
13985............See EOs 14074, 14075, 14081, 14084. 14089..............
13988............See EO 14075...........................................
14008............See EO 14082...........................................
14009............See EO 14070...........................................
14014............See Notice of Feb. 7, p. 486...........................
14017............See EO 14083...........................................
14024............See EOs 14066, 14068, 14071; Notice of Apr. 13, p. 504.
14028............See EOs 14028, 14081...................................
14032............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 564...........................
14033............See Notice of June 13, p. 521..........................
14034............See EO 14083...........................................
14035............See EOs 14069, 14074...................................
14036............See EO 14087...........................................
14038............See Notice of June 13, p. 518..........................
14039............See EOs 14066, 14068, 14071; Notice of Apr. 13, p. 504.
14046............See Notice of Sept. 9, p. 549..........................
14052............See EO 14082...........................................
14059............See Notice of Dec. 12, p. 576..........................
14061............Superseded by EO 14090.................................
[[Page 611]]
14065............See Notice of Mar. 2, p. 490...........................
14066............See EOs 14068, 14071; Proc. 10420; Notice of Apr. 13, .
p. 504
14068............See EO 14071; Proc. 10420; Notice of Apr. 13, p. 504...
14071............See Notice of Apr. 13, p. 504..........................
14076............See EO 14079...........................................
14088............See Notice of Nov. 10, p. 566..........................
Other Presidential Documents
Date or Number
Comment
Presidential PoliSee EO 14086 28 of January 17, 2014....................
Presidential PoliSee EO 14078 30 of June 24, 2015.......................
Presidential MemoSee EO 14072n. 20, 2021................................
Presidential MemoSee Memorandum of Mar. 1, p. 489.......................
Presidential MemoSee Memorandum of Nov. 30, p. 570......................
National SecuritySee EOs 14078, 14081; Memorandum of June 26, p. 528....
Presidential DeteSee Presidential Determination No. 2022-22, p. 546.....
Presidential MemoSee Memorandum of Dec. 15, p. 577......................
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Title 3--The President
Table 5--STATUTES CITED AS AUTHORITY FOR PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS
________________________________________________________________________
Editorial note: Statutes which were cited as authority for the issuance
of Presidential documents contained in this volume are listed under one
of these headings. For authority cites for hortatory proclamations, see
the text of each proclamation:
United States Code
United States Statutes at Large
Public Laws
Short Title of Act
Citations have been set forth in the style in which they appear in the
documents. Since the form of citations varies from document to document,
users of this table should search under all headings for pertinent
references.
________________________________________________________________________
United States Code
U.S. Code Citation Presidential Document
2 U.S.C. 901a................ Order of Mar. 28, p. 496
2 U.S.C. 4501................ EO 14090
3 U.S.C. 104................. EO 14090
3 U.S.C. 301................. EOs 14064, 14065, 14066, 14068, 14071,
14073, 14083, 14088; Procs. 10356,
10403, 10405, 10406, 10420, 14078;
Memorandums of June 3, p. 513; Aug. 9,
p. 542; Aug. 12, p. 544; Sept. 30, p.
555
5 U.S.C. App................. EOs 14073, 14084, 14089
5 U.S.C. 5302(1)............. EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5303................ EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5304................ EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5311-5318........... EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5332(a)............. EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5372................ EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5382................ EO 14090
5 U.S.C. 5701-5707........... EOs 14073, 14084
7 U.S.C. 8102................ EO 14081
8 U.S.C. 1101(a)............. Presidential Determination No. 2022-25,
p. 553
8 U.S.C. 1157................ Presidential Determination No. 2022-25,
p. 553
8 U.S.C. 1182(f)............. EOs 14065, 14078, 14088
8 U.S.C. 1254a(c)............ Memorandum of June 27, p. 534
10 U.S.C. chapter 47......... EO 14062
10 U.S.C. 362................ Memorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567
10 U.S.C. 801-946a........... EO 14062
15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.......... EO 14076
[[Page 614]]
15 U.S.C. 2932............... EO 14072
18 U.S.C. 242................ EO 14074
19 U.S.C. 1318(a)............ Proc. 10414
19 U.S.C. 2434 note.......... Proc. 10420
19 U.S.C. 2483............... Procs. 10356, 10420
21 U.S.C. 844................ Proc. 10467
22 U.S.C. 1741 et seq........ EO 14078
22 U.S.C. 2291-4............. Presidential Determination No. 2022-20,
p. 543
22 U.S.C. 2321k.............. Presidential Determination Nos. 2022-10,
p. 494; 2022-14, p. 512; 2022-24, p. 553
22 U.S.C. 2370c-1............ Presidential Determination No. 2023-01,
p. 556
22 U.S.C. 2378d.............. Memorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567
22 U.S.C. 2601(b)(2)......... Presidential Determination No. 2022-25,
p. 553
22 U.S.C. 2601(c)(1)(a)...... Presidential Determination No. 2022-09,
p. 485
22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq........ Presidential Determination Nos. 2022-10,
p. 494; 2022-14, p. 512; 2022-24, p. 553
22 U.S.C. 3963............... EO 14090
22 U.S.C. 7107............... Presidential Determination No. 2023-02,
p. 559
22 U.S.C. 8923 note.......... Proc. 10420
22 U.S.C. 9563(e)(1)......... Memorandum of June 8, p. 518
28 U.S.C. 5, 44(a)........... EO 14090
28 U.S.C. 351 et seq......... EO 14086
29 U.S.C. 794................ EO 14079
34 U.S.C. 12601.............. EO 14074
37 U.S.C. 203(a)............. EO 14090
37 U.S.C. 1009............... EO 14090
38 U.S.C. 7306, 7401, 7404... EO 14090
40 U.S.C. 101 et seq......... EO 14063
42 U.S.C. ch. 7.............. EO 14075
42 U.S.C. 1315a (b).......... EO 14087
42 U.S.C. 1395 dd............ EOs 14076, 14079
42 U.S.C. 1996............... Proc. 10476
42 U.S.C. 2153(b)............ Presidential Determination No. 2022-21,
p. 545
42 U.S.C. 5121-5207.......... Memorandum of Mar. 1, p. 489
42 U.S.C. 5170b.............. Memorandum of Mar. 1, p. 489
42 U.S.C. 5192............... Memorandum of Mar. 1, p. 489
42 U.S.C. 5193............... Memorandum of Mar. 1, p. 489
42 U.S.C. 18116.............. EO 14079
44 U.S.C. 2107 note.......... Memorandum of Dec. 15, p. 577
44 U.S.C. 3502............... EOs 14070, 14080, 14082, 14084;
Memorandum of June 16, p. 523
45 U.S.C. 151-188............ EO 14077
45 U.S.C. 160................ EO 14077
46 U.S.C. 70051(1)........... Proc. 10371
50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq........ EOs 14064, 14065, 14066, 14068, 14071,
14078, 14088; Proc. 10371
[[Page 615]]
50 U.S.C. 1622(d)............ Notices of Feb. 7, p. 486; Feb. 18, p.
486; Feb. 22, p. 487; Feb. 23, p. 488;
Mar. 2, p. 490; Mar. 3, p. 492; Mar. 3,
p. 492; Mar. 3, p. 492; Mar. 30, p. 497;
Mar. 30, p. 497; Mar. 30, p. 498; Apr.
13, p. 504; May 9, p. 507; May 9, p.
508; May 9, p. 509; May 9, p. 509; May
12, p. 510; June 13, p. 518; June 13, p.
519; June 13, p. 521; July 11, p. 538;
July 21, p. 538; July 22, p. 539; July
28, p. 540; Aug. 4, p. 541; Sept. 7, p.
547; Sept. 9, p. 548; Sept. 9, p. 549;
Sept. 19, p. 552; Oct. 12, p. 557; Oct.
12, p. 557; Oct. 13, p. 558; Nov. 8, p.
563; Nov. 8, p. 564; Nov. 8, p. 564;
Nov. 10, p. 566; Dec. 12, p. 575; Dec.
12, p. 576
50 U.S.C. 1642(c)............ EO 14078
50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq........ EOs 14064, 14065, 14066, 14068, 14071,
14078, 14088; Notices of Sept. 9, p.
549; Dec. 12, p. 576
50 U.S.C. 1701 note.......... EO 14088
50 U.S.C. 1701-1706.......... Notice of Apr. 13, p. 504
50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2)......... EO 14078
50 U.S.C. 1703(c)............ EO 14078
50 U.S.C. 1801 et seq........ EO 14086
50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq........ EO 14086
50 U.S.C. 4305 note.......... Presidential Determination No. 2022-22,
p. 546
50 U.S.C. 4511............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4533............... Memorandum of Oct. 3, p. 455;
Presidential Determination Nos. 2022-11,
p. 499; 2022-15, p. 514; 2022-16, p.
515; 2022-17, p. 515; 2022-18, p. 516;
2022-19, p. 517; Proc. 10467
50 U.S.C. 4554............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4555............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4556............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4559............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4560............... Presidential Determination No. 2022-13,
p. 511
50 U.S.C. 4565(c)............ EO 14083
50 U.S.C. 4801 note.......... Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541
54 U.S.C. 320301............. Proc. 10476
United States Statutes at Large
Statute Citation Presidential Document
110 Stat. 1936............... EO 14076
123 Stat. 115................ EO 14076
128 Stat. 3292............... Memorandum of June 3, p. 513
135 Stat. 1541............... Memorandum of June 21, p. 527
Public Laws
Law Number Presidential Document
65-24, ch. 30 (Title II)..... Proc. 10371
87-195....................... Presidential Determination No. 2022-23,
p. 550
95-223....................... Presidential Determination No. 2022-22,
p. 546
98-369....................... EO 14081
102-40....................... EO 14090
106-200 (Title 1)............ Proc. 10509
107-228...................... Presidential Determination No. 2022-23,
p. 550
109-344...................... Notice of Nov. 1, p. 562
[[Page 616]]
112-81....................... Presidential Determination No. 2022-12,
p. 511
113-242...................... EO 14074
114-328...................... Memorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567
115-113...................... EO 14074
115-232...................... EO 14083; Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541
115-368...................... EO 14073
116-260 (Division K)......... Memorandums of Aug. 26, p. 545; Aug. 26,
p. 546
117-2........................ EO 14070
117-58....................... EO 14082
117-81....................... Memorandum of June 21, p. 527
117-103...................... EO 14078
117-103 (Division AA)........ Memorandum of Aug. 12, p. 544
117-103 (Division K)......... Memorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567
117-169...................... EOs 14082, 14087; Memorandum of Sept. 30,
p. 555
117-180 (Division A)......... Memorandum of Nov. 28, p. 567
Short Title of Act
Title Presidential Document
African Growth and Opportunity Proc. 10509
Act.
CHIPS Act of 2022............... EO 14080; Memorandum of Aug. 9, p. 542
Export Administration Act of Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541
1979.
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.. Memorandums of Feb. 25, p. 489; Mar.
12, p. 495; Mar. 16, p. 495; Mar. 16,
p. 496; Apr. 5, p. 504; Apr. 13, p.
505; Apr. 21, p. 506; May 6, p. 506;
June 1, p. 513; June 15, p. 522; June
23, p. 527; July 1, p. 537; July 8,
p. 537; July 22, p. 540; Aug. 1, p.
541; Aug. 8, p. 542; Aug. 19, p. 544;
Aug. 26, p. 545; Aug. 26, p. 546;
Sept. 8, p. 548; Sept. 15, p. 549;
Sept. 16, p. 552; Oct. 4, p. 556;
Oct. 14, p. 559; Oct. 28, p. 561;
Nov. 10, p. 566; Nov. 23, p. 567;
Dec. 9, p. 575; Dec. 21, p. 580
International Emergency Economic Notice of Aug. 4, p. 541
Powers Act.
Omnibus Trade and Proc. 10509
Competitiveness Act of 1988.
Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973) EO 14079
Trade Act of 1974............... Procs. 10339, 10356, 10403, 10405,
10406, 10420, 10509
Trade Expansion Act of 1962..... Procs. 10356, 10403, 10405, 10406
United States-Israel Free Trade Proc. 10509
Area Implementation Act of 1985.
United States-Morocco Free Trade Proc. 10509
Agreement Implementation Act.
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LIST OF CFR SECTIONS AFFECTED
________________________________________________________________________
Editorial note: All changes in this volume of the Code of Federal
Regulations which were made by documents published in the Federal
Register since January 1, 2001, are enumerated in the following list.
Entries indicate the nature of the changes effected. Page numbers refer
to Federal Register pages. The user should consult the entries for
chapters and parts as well as sections for revisions.
For the period before January 1, 2001, see the ``List of CFR Sections
Affected, 1949-1963, 1964-1972, 1973-1985, and 1986-2000,'' published in
11 separate volumes.
Presidential documents affected during 2022 are set forth in Table 4
on page 607.
________________________________________________________________________
2016-2022
3 CFR
(No regulations issued)
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INDEX
A
Afghanistan; Property of Da Afghanistan Bank, Protection Efforts on
Behalf of the People (EO 14064)
Afghanistan; Termination of Designation as Major Non-NATO Ally
(Presidential Determination No. 2022-24, p. 553)
American Indians and Alaska Natives:
Tribal Consultation; Efforts To Establish Uniform Standards (Memorandum
of November 30, p. 570)
Armed Forces, U.S.:
Military Sentencing Parameters and Criteria Board; Prescription of
Method of Designating Members (Memorandum of June 21, p. 527)
Arts, the Humanities, and Museum and Library Services; Promotion Efforts
(EO 14084)
B
Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act; Sequestration Order
for Fiscal Year 2023, as Amended (Order of March 28, p. 496)
Belarus; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of June 13, p. 518)
Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation; Efforts To Advance for a
Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy (EO 14081)
Burma; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of February 7, p. 486)
C
Camp Hale-Continental Divide National Monument; Establishment (Proc.
10476)
Central African Republic; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of
May 9, p. 508)
Child Soldiers Prevention Act of 2008; Presidential Determination and
Certification (Presidential Determination No. 2023-01, p. 556)
China; Continuation of National Emergency With Respect to Threat From
Securities Investments Financing Certain Companies (Notice of November 8,
p. 564)
CHIPS Act of 2022; Delegation of Authority Under Sections 102 and 106
(Memorandum of August 9, p. 542)
CHIPS Act of 2022; Implementation (EO 14080)
Colombia; Continuation of National Emergency With Respect to Significant
Narcotics Traffickers (Notice of October 12, p. 557)
Colombia; Continuation of U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance (Presidential
Determination No. 2022-20, p. 543)
Colombia; Designation as Major Non-NATO Ally (Presidential Determination
No. 2022-14, p. 512)
Committees; Establishment, Renewal, Termination, etc.:
African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, President's Advisory
Council on; Establishment (EO 14089)
National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor
Conference and Certain Labor Organizations; Establishment of Emergency Board
to Investigate Disputes (EO 14077)
National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee; Enhancement (EO 14073)
Conflict-Related Sexual Violence; Efforts To Promote Accountability
(Memorandum of November 28, p. 567)
Congo, Democratic Republic of the; Continuation of National Emergency
(Notice of October 13, p. 558)
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic; Continuation of National
Emergency (Notice of February 18, p. 486)
COVID-19 Response; Efforts To Maximize Assistance (Memorandum of March 1,
p. 489)
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Cuba; Continuation of National Emergency and Emergency Authority Relating
to Regulation of Anchorage and Movement of Vessels (Notice of February
23, p. 488)
D
Defense and National Security:
Foreign Investment in the U.S., Committee on; Efforts To Ensure Robust
Consideration of Evolving National Security Risks (EO 14083)
Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended; Presidential Waiver of
Statutory Requirements Pursuant to Section 303 (Memorandum of October 3,
p. 555)
Defense Production Act of 1950, Electrolyzers, Fuel Cells, and Platinum
Group Metals; Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303
(Presidential Determination No. 2022-17, p. 517)
Defense Production Act of 1950, Presidential Determination on Electric
Heat Pumps Pursuant to Section 303 (Presidential Determination No. 2022-
18, p. 516)
Defense Production Act of 1950, Presidential Determination on Insulation
Pursuant to Section 303 (Presidential Determination No. 2022-16, p. 515)
Defense Production Act of 1950, Presidential Determination on Solar
Photovoltaic Modules and Module Components Pursuant to Section 303
(Presidential Determination No. 2022-15, p. 514)
Defense Production Act of 1950, Transformers and Electric Power Grid
Components; Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303
(Presidential Determination No. 2022-19, p. 517)
Defense Production Act of 1950; Presidential Determination (Presidential
Determination No. 2022-11, p. 499)
Digital Assets; Efforts To Ensure Responsible Development (EO 14067)
E
Elections, U.S., Foreign Interference and Undermining Public Confidence;
Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of September 7, p. 547)
Ethiopia; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of September 9, p.
549)
European Energy Security and Diversification Act of 2019; Delegation of
Authority (Memorandum of June 8, p. 518)
F
Federal Construction Projects; Labor Agreements (EO 14063)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority (Memorandum of
April 5, p. 504)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of April 13, p. 505)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of April 21, p. 506)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of August 1, p. 541)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of August 8, p. 542)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of August 19, p. 544)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of December 9, p. 575)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of December 21, p. 580)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority (Memorandum of
February 25, p. 489)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of July 1, p. 537)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of July 8, p. 537)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of July 22, p. 540)
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Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of June 1, p. 513)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of June 15, p. 522)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of June 23, p. 527)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of March 12, p. 495)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of March 16, p. 495)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of November 10, p. 566)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of November 23, p. 567)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of October 4, p. 556)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of October 14, p. 559)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of October 28, p. 561)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of September 8, p. 548)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) (Memorandum of September 15, p. 549)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
506(a)(1) and Section 614(a)(1) (Memorandum of May 6, p. 506)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
552(c)(2) (Memorandum of March 16, p. 496)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
610, as Amended (Memorandum of September 16, p. 552)
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; Delegation of Authority Under Section
614(a)(1) (Memorandum of August 26, p. 545)
Foreign Relations:
Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (Memorandum of June
26, p. 528)
Forests, Communities, and Local Economies; Strengthening Efforts (EO
14072)
G
Global Illicit Drug Trade; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of
December 12, p. 576)
Government Agencies and Employees:
Federal Contracting; Efforts To Advance Economy, Efficiency and
Effectiveness by Promoting Pay Equity and Transparency (EO 14069)
Rates of Pay; Adjustments (EO 14090)
Government Organization and Employees:
Management and Budget, Office of; Delegation of Authority Under Public
Law 117-169 (Memorandum of September 30, p. 555)
White House Task Force to Address Online Harassment and Abuse;
Establishment (Memorandum of June 16, p. 523)
H
Health and Human Services, Department of:
Secretary; Delegation of Authority Under Defense Production Act to
Ensure Adequate Supply of Infant Formula (Presidential Determination No.
2022-13, p. 511)
Health and Medical Care:
COVID-19; Efforts To Address Long-Term Effects (Memorandum of April 5,
p. 501)
Health Coverage, Access, Affordability, and Quality; Strengthening
Efforts (EO 14070)
Prescription Drug Costs; Reduction Efforts (EO 14087)
Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services (EO 14076)
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Hong Kong; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of July 11, p. 538)
Human Rights Abuse and Corruption; Continuation of National Emergency
(Notice of December 12, p. 575)
I
Immigration and Naturalization:
Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs (Presidential
Determination No. 2022-09, p. 485)
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022; Implementation of Energy and
Infrastructure Provisions (EO 14082)
Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain
Security; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of May 12, p. 510)
Iran; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 3, p. 492)
Iran; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of November 8, p. 563)
Iraq; Continuation of National Emergency With Respect to Stabilization
(Notice of May 9, p. 509)
J
John F. Kennedy, Assassination; Certifications of Disclosure of
Information in Certain Related Records (Memorandum of December 15, p.
577)
L
Lebanon; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of July 28, p. 540)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Individuals;
Equality Advancement Efforts (EO 14075)
Liberians; Deferred Enforced Departure, Extension and Expansion of
Eligibility (Memorandum of June 27, p. 534)
Libya; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of February 22, p. 487)
M
Mali; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of July 22, p. 539)
Manual for Courts-Martial, U.S.; 2022 Amendments (EO 14062)
Marijuana; Granting Pardon for Offense of Simple Possession (Proc. 10467)
Military Decorations and Awards; Expansion of Eligibility (EO 14085)
N
Narcotics and Drugs:
Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal
Year 2023; Determination (Presidential Determination No. 2022-23, p. 550)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012; Presidential
Determination Pursuant to Section 1245 (d)(4)(B) and (C) (Presidential
Determination No. 2022-12, p. 511)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015, as Amended;
Delegation of Authority Under Sections 1209 and 1236 (Memorandum of June
3, p. 513)
Nicaragua; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of November 10, p.
566)
Nicaragua; Taking Additional Steps To Address National Emergency (EO
14088)
North Korea; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of June 13, p.
519)
P
Policing and Criminal Justice; Efforts To Advance Effective and
Accountable Practices To Enhance Public Trust and Safety (EO 14074)
Q
Qatar; Designation as Major Non-NATO Ally (Presidential Determination No.
2022-10, p. 494)
R
Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2023 (Presidential Determination No.
2022-25, p. 553)
Reproductive and Other Health Care Services; Efforts To Secure Access (EO
14079)
Russian Federation; Continuation of National Emergency With Respect to
Specified Harmful Foreign Activities (Notice of April 13, p. 504)
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Russian Federation; Efforts To Prohibit New Investment in and Certain
Services in Response to Continued Aggression (EO 14071)
Russian Federation; Increased Duties on Certain Imported Articles (Proc.
10420)
Russian Federation; Prohibiting Certain Imports, Exports, and New
Investment With Respect to Continued Aggression (EO 14068)
Russian-Affiliated Vessels; Declaration of National Emergency and
Invocation of Emergency Authority Relating to Regulations of Anchorage
and Movement to U.S. Ports (Proc. 10371)
S
Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities; Continuation of National
Emergency (Notice of March 30, p. 497)
Somalia; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 30, p. 498)
South Africa, Republic of; Proposed Agreement To Extend Agreement
Concerning Cooperation With U.S. for Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
(Presidential Determination No. 2022-21, p. 545)
South Sudan; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 30, p.
497)
Special Observances:
50th Anniversary of the Federal Pell Grant Program (Proc. 10419)
America Recycles Day (Proc. 10496)
American Education Week (Proc. 10494)
American Heart Month (Proc. 10336)
American Red Cross Month (Proc. 10342)
Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act (Proc. 10426)
Armed Forces Day (Proc. 10400)
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
(Proc. 10377)
Bill of Rights Day (Proc. 10507)
Black Maternal Health Week (Proc. 10365)
Black Music Appreciation Month (Proc. 10407)
Blind Americans Equality Day (Proc. 10477)
Captive Nations Week (Proc. 10423)
Child Health Day (Proc. 10465)
Clean Water Act, 50th Anniversary (Proc. 10480)
Columbus Day (Proc. 10472)
Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War (Proc. 10353)
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week (Proc.
10448)
Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month (Proc. 10483)
Cybersecurity Awareness Month (Proc. 10456)
Cesar Chavez Day (Proc. 10354)
Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration During World War
II (Proc. 10341)
Day of Remembrance, 10 Years After the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School
Shooting (Proc. 10506)
Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust (Proc. 10373)
Death of Abe Shinzo (Proc. 10422)
Death of Madeleine Korbel Albright (Proc. 10351)
Death of Queen Elizabeth II (Proc. 10440)
Earth Day (Proc. 10372)
Education and Sharing Day, USA (Proc. 10368)
Emergency Medical Services Week (Proc. 10395)
Father's Day (Proc. 10417)
Fire Prevention Week (Proc. 10469)
Flag Day and National Flag Week (Proc. 10415)
General Pulaski Memorial Day (Proc. 10474)
German-American Day (Proc. 10466)
Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day (Proc. 10455)
Great Outdoors Month (Proc. 10408)
Greek Independence Day, A National Day of Celebration of Greek and
American Democracy (Proc. 10352)
Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Highland Park, IL (Proc. 10421)
Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Uvalde, TX (Proc. 10402)
Human Rights Day and Human Rights Week (Proc. 10505)
Indigenous Peoples' Day (Proc. 10473)
International Day of Persons With Disabilities (Proc. 10503)
International Day of the Girl (Proc. 10475)
Irish-American Heritage Month (Proc. 10343)
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Jewish American Heritage Month (Proc. 10388)
Juneteenth Day of Observance (Proc. 10418)
Labor Day (Proc. 10439)
Law Day, U.S.A. (Proc. 10376)
Leif Erikson Day (Proc. 10471)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month
(Proc. 10409)
Loyalty Day (Proc. 10387)
Made in America Week (Proc. 10425)
Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday (Proc. 10335)
Military Spouse Appreciation Day (Proc. 10391)
Minority Enterprise Development Week (Proc. 10449)
Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day (Proc. 10389)
Month of the Military Child (Proc. 10357)
Mother's Day (Proc. 10393)
National Adoption Month (Proc. 10484)
National Agriculture Day (Proc. 10350)
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month (Proc. 10485)
National Apprenticeship Week (Proc. 10495)
National Arts and Humanities Month (Proc. 10457)
National Atomic Veterans Day (Proc. 10424)
National Black History Month (Proc. 10337)
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10458)
National Building Safety Month (Proc. 10378)
National Cancer Control Month (Proc. 10358)
National Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Proc. 10410)
National Character Counts Week (Proc. 10478)
National Child Abuse Prevention Month (Proc. 10359)
National Child's Day (Proc. 10499)
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10432)
National Clean Energy Action Month (Proc. 10459)
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10344)
National Community Policing Week (Proc. 10464)
National Consumer Protection Week (Proc. 10347)
National Crime Victims' Rights Week (Proc. 10374)
National Day of Prayer (Proc. 10390)
National Days of Prayer and Remembrance (Proc. 10441)
National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week
(Proc. 10396)
National Diabetes Month (Proc. 10486)
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Proc. 10460)
National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (Proc. 10461)
National Donate Life Month (Proc. 10360)
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (Proc. 10340)
National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week (Proc. 10429)
National Entrepreneurship Month (Proc. 10487)
National Equal Pay Day (Proc. 10348)
National Family Caregivers Month (Proc. 10488)
National Family Week (Proc. 10498)
National Farm Safety and Health Week (Proc. 10450)
National First Responders Day (Proc. 10482)
National Forest Products Week (Proc. 10479)
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (Proc. 10367)
National Foster Care Month (Proc. 10379)
National Grandparents Day (Proc. 10444)
National Health Center Week (Proc. 10428)
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Proc. 10446)
National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week (Proc. 10443)
National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week (Proc. 10451)
National Homeownership Month (Proc. 10411)
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month (Proc. 10510)
National Hunting and Fishing Day (Proc. 10453)
National Hurricane Preparedness Week (Proc. 10383)
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National Immigrant Heritage Month (Proc. 10412)
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month (Proc. 10501)
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (Proc. 10427)
National Lung Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10489)
National Manufacturing Day (Proc. 10468)
National Maritime Day (Proc. 10401)
National Mental Health Awareness Month (Proc. 10380)
National Mentoring Month (Proc. 10511)
National Native American Heritage Month (Proc. 10490)
National Ocean Month (Proc. 10413)
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10433)
National Park Week (Proc. 10369)
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (Proc. 10504)
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month (Proc. 10381)
National Poison Prevention Week (Proc. 10349)
National POW/MIA Recognition Day (Proc. 10447)
National Preparedness Month (Proc. 10434)
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 10435)
National Public Health Week (Proc. 10363)
National Public Lands Day (Proc. 10454)
National Recovery Month (Proc. 10436)
National Rural Health Day (Proc. 10497)
National Safe Boating Week (Proc. 10399)
National School Lunch Week (Proc. 10470)
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (Proc. 10361)
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month (Proc. 10437)
National Small Business Week (Proc. 10384)
National Stalking Month (Proc. 10512)
National Teacher Appreciation Day and National Teacher Appreciation Week
(Proc. 10385)
National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (Proc.
10338)
National Veterans and Military Families Month (Proc. 10491)
National Volunteer Week (Proc. 10370)
National Voter Registration Day (Proc. 10452)
National Wilderness Month (Proc. 10438)
National Women's Health Week (Proc. 10392)
National Youth Justice Action Month (Proc. 10462)
National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month (Proc. 10463)
Older Americans Month (Proc. 10382)
Overdose Awareness Week (Proc. 10431)
Pan American Day and Pan American Week (Proc. 10366)
Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance (Proc. 10445)
Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week (Proc. 10397)
Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day (Proc. 10404)
Public Service Recognition Week (Proc. 10386)
Read Across America Day (Proc. 10346)
Religious Freedom Day (Proc. 10334)
Remembering the 1,000,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19 (Proc. 10394)
Second Chance Month (Proc. 10362)
Thanksgiving Day (Proc. 10500)
Transgender Day of Visibility (Proc. 10355)
United Nations Day (Proc. 10481)
Veterans Day (Proc. 10492)
Women's Equality Day (Proc. 10430)
Women's History Month (Proc. 10345)
Workers Memorial Day (Proc. 10375)
World AIDS Day (Proc. 10502)
World Autism Awareness Day (Proc. 10364)
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (Proc. 10416)
World Freedom Day (Proc. 10493)
World Suicide Prevention Day (Proc. 10442)
World Trade Week (Proc. 10398)
Wright Brothers Day (Proc. 10508)
Sudan; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of November 1, p. 562)
Syria; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of May 9, p. 507)
Syria; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of October 12, p. 557)
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T
Terrorism; Continuation of National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who
Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support (Notice of September 19, p. 552)
Terrorist Attacks; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of
September 9, p. 548)
Trade:
African Growth and Opportunity Act; Beneficiary Country Designations and
Modifications (Proc. 10509)
Aluminum; Adjustment of Imports Into U.S. (Proc. 10405)
Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells; Efforts To Facilitate Positive
Adjustment to Competition of Imports to U.S., Whether Partially or Fully
Assembled Into Other Products (Proc. 10339)
Export Control Regulations; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice
of August 4, p. 541)
Solar Cells and Modules From Southeast Asia; Declaration of Emergency
and Authorization for Temporary Extensions of Time and Duty-Free Importation
(Proc. 10414)
Steel Imports Into U.S.; Adjustments (Proc. 10356)
Steel, U.S. Imports; Adjustments (Proc. 10403)
Steel; Adjustment of Imports Into U.S. (Proc. 10406)
Trading With the Enemy Act; Continuation of Exercise of Certain
Authorities (Presidential Determination No. 2022-22 of September 2, p.
546)
Trafficking in Persons; Presidential Determination Respecting Efforts of
Foreign Governments (Presidential Determination No. 2023-02 of October
14, p. 559)
Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership Program Act of 2022; Delegation
of Authority (Memorandum of August 12, p. 544)
Transnational Criminal Organizations; Continuation of National Emergency
(Notice of July 21, p. 538)
U
U.S. Hostages and Wrongfully Detained Nationals; Efforts To Bring Home
(EO 14078)
U.S. Signals Intelligence Activities; Efforts To Enhance Safeguards (EO
14086)
Ukraine, Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity; Efforts To Prohibit
Certain Imports and New Investments Respecting Continued Russian
Federation Efforts To Undermine (EO 14066)
Ukraine; Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting Certain
Transactions With Respect to Continued Russian Efforts To Undermine Its
Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity (EO 14065)
Ukraine; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 2, p. 490)
V
Venezuela; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 3, p. 493)
W
Weapons of Mass Destruction, Proliferation; Continuation of National
Emergency (Notice of November 8, p. 564)
Western Balkans; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of June 13,
p. 521)
Y
Yemen; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of May 9, p. 509)
Z
Zimbabwe; Continuation of National Emergency (Notice of March 3, p. 492)
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CFR FINDING AIDS
________________________________________________________________________
Editorial note: A list of CFR titles, subtitles, chapters, subchapters,
and parts, and an alphabetical list of agencies publishing in the CFR
are included in the CFR Index and Finding Aids volume to the Code of
Federal Regulations, which is published separately and revised annually
as of January 1.
The two finding aids on the following pages, the ``Table of CFR Titles
and Chapters'' and the ``Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the
CFR'' apply to all 50 titles of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Reference aids specific to this volume appear in the section entitled
``Title 3 Finding Aids,'' found on page 591.
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Table of CFR Titles and Chapters
(Revised as of January 1, 2023)
Title 1--General Provisions
I Administrative Committee of the Federal Register
(Parts 1--49)
II Office of the Federal Register (Parts 50--299)
III Administrative Conference of the United States (Parts
300--399)
IV Miscellaneous Agencies (Parts 400--599)
VI National Capital Planning Commission (Parts 600--699)
Title 2--Grants and Agreements
Subtitle A--Office of Management and Budget Guidance
for Grants and Agreements
I Office of Management and Budget Governmentwide
Guidance for Grants and Agreements (Parts 2--199)
II Office of Management and Budget Guidance (Parts 200--
299)
Subtitle B--Federal Agency Regulations for Grants and
Agreements
III Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 300--
399)
IV Department of Agriculture (Parts 400--499)
VI Department of State (Parts 600--699)
VII Agency for International Development (Parts 700--799)
VIII Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 800--899)
IX Department of Energy (Parts 900--999)
X Department of the Treasury (Parts 1000--1099)
XI Department of Defense (Parts 1100--1199)
XII Department of Transportation (Parts 1200--1299)
XIII Department of Commerce (Parts 1300--1399)
XIV Department of the Interior (Parts 1400--1499)
XV Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1500--1599)
XVIII National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts
1800--1899)
XX United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts
2000--2099)
XXII Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts
2200--2299)
XXIII Social Security Administration (Parts 2300--2399)
XXIV Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
2400--2499)
XXV National Science Foundation (Parts 2500--2599)
XXVI National Archives and Records Administration (Parts
2600--2699)
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XXVII Small Business Administration (Parts 2700--2799)
XXVIII Department of Justice (Parts 2800--2899)
XXIX Department of Labor (Parts 2900--2999)
XXX Department of Homeland Security (Parts 3000--3099)
XXXI Institute of Museum and Library Services (Parts 3100--
3199)
XXXII National Endowment for the Arts (Parts 3200--3299)
XXXIII National Endowment for the Humanities (Parts 3300--
3399)
XXXIV Department of Education (Parts 3400--3499)
XXXV Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 3500--
3599)
XXXVI Office of National Drug Control Policy, Executive
Office of the President (Parts 3600--3699)
XXXVII Peace Corps (Parts 3700--3799)
LVIII Election Assistance Commission (Parts 5800--5899)
LIX Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (Parts 5900--
5999)
LX Federal Communications Commission (Parts 6000--6099)
Title 3--The President
I Executive Office of the President (Parts 100--199)
Title 4--Accounts
I Government Accountability Office (Parts 1--199)
Title 5--Administrative Personnel
I Office of Personnel Management (Parts 1--1199)
II Merit Systems Protection Board (Parts 1200--1299)
III Office of Management and Budget (Parts 1300--1399)
IV Office of Personnel Management and Office of the
Director of National Intelligence (Parts 1400--
1499)
V The International Organizations Employees Loyalty
Board (Parts 1500--1599)
VI Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (Parts
1600--1699)
VIII Office of Special Counsel (Parts 1800--1899)
IX Appalachian Regional Commission (Parts 1900--1999)
XI Armed Forces Retirement Home (Parts 2100--2199)
XIV Federal Labor Relations Authority, General Counsel of
the Federal Labor Relations Authority and Federal
Service Impasses Panel (Parts 2400--2499)
XVI Office of Government Ethics (Parts 2600--2699)
XXI Department of the Treasury (Parts 3100--3199)
XXII Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (Parts 3200--
3299)
XXIII Department of Energy (Parts 3300--3399)
XXIV Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Parts 3400--
3499)
XXV Department of the Interior (Parts 3500--3599)
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XXVI Department of Defense (Parts 3600--3699)
XXVIII Department of Justice (Parts 3800--3899)
XXIX Federal Communications Commission (Parts 3900--3999)
XXX Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (Parts 4000--
4099)
XXXI Farm Credit Administration (Parts 4100--4199)
XXXIII U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
(Parts 4300--4399)
XXXIV Securities and Exchange Commission (Parts 4400--4499)
XXXV Office of Personnel Management (Parts 4500--4599)
XXXVI Department of Homeland Security (Parts 4600--4699)
XXXVII Federal Election Commission (Parts 4700--4799)
XL Interstate Commerce Commission (Parts 5000--5099)
XLI Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Parts 5100--
5199)
XLII Department of Labor (Parts 5200--5299)
XLIII National Science Foundation (Parts 5300--5399)
XLV Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 5500--
5599)
XLVI Postal Rate Commission (Parts 5600--5699)
XLVII Federal Trade Commission (Parts 5700--5799)
XLVIII Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 5800--5899)
XLIX Federal Labor Relations Authority (Parts 5900--5999)
L Department of Transportation (Parts 6000--6099)
LII Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 6200--
6299)
LIII Department of Education (Parts 6300--6399)
LIV Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 6400--6499)
LV National Endowment for the Arts (Parts 6500--6599)
LVI National Endowment for the Humanities (Parts 6600--
6699)
LVII General Services Administration (Parts 6700--6799)
LVIII Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
(Parts 6800--6899)
LIX National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts
6900--6999)
LX United States Postal Service (Parts 7000--7099)
LXI National Labor Relations Board (Parts 7100--7199)
LXII Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Parts 7200--
7299)
LXIII Inter-American Foundation (Parts 7300--7399)
LXIV Merit Systems Protection Board (Parts 7400--7499)
LXV Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
7500--7599)
LXVI National Archives and Records Administration (Parts
7600--7699)
LXVII Institute of Museum and Library Services (Parts 7700--
7799)
LXVIII Commission on Civil Rights (Parts 7800--7899)
LXIX Tennessee Valley Authority (Parts 7900--7999)
LXX Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the
District of Columbia (Parts 8000--8099)
LXXI Consumer Product Safety Commission (Parts 8100--8199)
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LXXIII Department of Agriculture (Parts 8300--8399)
LXXIV Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission
(Parts 8400--8499)
LXXVI Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (Parts
8600--8699)
LXXVII Office of Management and Budget (Parts 8700--8799)
LXXX Federal Housing Finance Agency (Parts 9000--9099)
LXXXIII Special Inspector General for Afghanistan
Reconstruction (Parts 9300--9399)
LXXXIV Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (Parts 9400--
9499)
LXXXVI National Credit Union Administration (Parts 9600--
9699)
XCVII Department of Homeland Security Human Resources
Management System (Department of Homeland
Security--Office of Personnel Management) (Parts
9700--9799)
XCVIII Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and
Efficiency (Parts 9800--9899)
XCIX Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization
Commission (Parts 9900--9999)
C National Council on Disability (Parts 10000--10049)
CI National Mediation Board (Parts 10100--10199)
CII U.S. Office of Special Counsel (Parts 10200--10299)
Title 6--Domestic Security
I Department of Homeland Security, Office of the
Secretary (Parts 1--199)
X Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (Parts
1000--1099)
Title 7--Agriculture
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Agriculture
(Parts 0--26)
Subtitle B--Regulations of the Department of
Agriculture
I Agricultural Marketing Service (Standards,
Inspections, Marketing Practices), Department of
Agriculture (Parts 27--209)
II Food and Nutrition Service, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 210--299)
III Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department
of Agriculture (Parts 300--399)
IV Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 400--499)
V Agricultural Research Service, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 500--599)
VI Natural Resources Conservation Service, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 600--699)
VII Farm Service Agency, Department of Agriculture (Parts
700--799)
VIII Agricultural Marketing Service (Federal Grain
Inspection Service, Fair Trade Practices Program),
Department of Agriculture (Parts 800--899)
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IX Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements
and Orders; Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts), Department
of Agriculture (Parts 900--999)
X Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements
and Orders; Milk), Department of Agriculture
(Parts 1000--1199)
XI Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements
and Orders; Miscellaneous Commodities), Department
of Agriculture (Parts 1200--1299)
XIV Commodity Credit Corporation, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 1400--1499)
XV Foreign Agricultural Service, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 1500--1599)
XVI [Reserved]
XVII Rural Utilities Service, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 1700--1799)
XVIII Rural Housing Service, Rural Business-Cooperative
Service, Rural Utilities Service, and Farm Service
Agency, Department of Agriculture (Parts 1800--
2099)
XX [Reserved]
XXV Office of Advocacy and Outreach, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 2500--2599)
XXVI Office of Inspector General, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 2600--2699)
XXVII Office of Information Resources Management, Department
of Agriculture (Parts 2700--2799)
XXVIII Office of Operations, Department of Agriculture (Parts
2800--2899)
XXIX Office of Energy Policy and New Uses, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 2900--2999)
XXX Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 3000--3099)
XXXI Office of Environmental Quality, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 3100--3199)
XXXII Office of Procurement and Property Management,
Department of Agriculture (Parts 3200--3299)
XXXIII Office of Transportation, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 3300--3399)
XXXIV National Institute of Food and Agriculture (Parts
3400--3499)
XXXV Rural Housing Service, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 3500--3599)
XXXVI National Agricultural Statistics Service, Department
of Agriculture (Parts 3600--3699)
XXXVII Economic Research Service, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 3700--3799)
XXXVIII World Agricultural Outlook Board, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 3800--3899)
XLI [Reserved]
XLII Rural Business-Cooperative Service and Rural Utilities
Service, Department of Agriculture (Parts 4200--
4299)
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L Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and Rural
Utilities Service, Department of Agriculture
(Parts 5000--5099)
Title 8--Aliens and Nationality
I Department of Homeland Security (Parts 1--499)
V Executive Office for Immigration Review, Department of
Justice (Parts 1000--1399)
Title 9--Animals and Animal Products
I Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department
of Agriculture (Parts 1--199)
II Agricultural Marketing Service (Fair Trade Practices
Program), Department of Agriculture (Parts 200--
299)
III Food Safety and Inspection Service, Department of
Agriculture (Parts 300--599)
Title 10--Energy
I Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 0--199)
II Department of Energy (Parts 200--699)
III Department of Energy (Parts 700--999)
X Department of Energy (General Provisions) (Parts
1000--1099)
XIII Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board (Parts 1300--
1399)
XVII Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (Parts 1700--
1799)
XVIII Northeast Interstate Low-Level Radioactive Waste
Commission (Parts 1800--1899)
Title 11--Federal Elections
I Federal Election Commission (Parts 1--9099)
II Election Assistance Commission (Parts 9400--9499)
Title 12--Banks and Banking
I Comptroller of the Currency, Department of the
Treasury (Parts 1--199)
II Federal Reserve System (Parts 200--299)
III Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (Parts 300--399)
IV Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 400--
499)
V [Reserved]
VI Farm Credit Administration (Parts 600--699)
VII National Credit Union Administration (Parts 700--799)
VIII Federal Financing Bank (Parts 800--899)
IX (Parts 900--999) [Reserved]
X Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (Parts 1000--
1099)
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XI Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council
(Parts 1100--1199)
XII Federal Housing Finance Agency (Parts 1200--1299)
XIII Financial Stability Oversight Council (Parts 1300--
1399)
XIV Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (Parts 1400--
1499)
XV Department of the Treasury (Parts 1500--1599)
XVI Office of Financial Research, Department of the
Treasury (Parts 1600--1699)
XVII Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight,
Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
1700--1799)
XVIII Community Development Financial Institutions Fund,
Department of the Treasury (Parts 1800--1899)
Title 13--Business Credit and Assistance
I Small Business Administration (Parts 1--199)
III Economic Development Administration, Department of
Commerce (Parts 300--399)
IV Emergency Steel Guarantee Loan Board (Parts 400--499)
V Emergency Oil and Gas Guaranteed Loan Board (Parts
500--599)
Title 14--Aeronautics and Space
I Federal Aviation Administration, Department of
Transportation (Parts 1--199)
II Office of the Secretary, Department of Transportation
(Aviation Proceedings) (Parts 200--399)
III Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation
Administration, Department of Transportation
(Parts 400--1199)
V National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts
1200--1299)
VI Air Transportation System Stabilization (Parts 1300--
1399)
Title 15--Commerce and Foreign Trade
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Commerce (Parts
0--29)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Commerce and
Foreign Trade
I Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce (Parts
30--199)
II National Institute of Standards and Technology,
Department of Commerce (Parts 200--299)
III International Trade Administration, Department of
Commerce (Parts 300--399)
IV Foreign-Trade Zones Board, Department of Commerce
(Parts 400--499)
VII Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of
Commerce (Parts 700--799)
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VIII Bureau of Economic Analysis, Department of Commerce
(Parts 800--899)
IX National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
Department of Commerce (Parts 900--999)
XI National Technical Information Service, Department of
Commerce (Parts 1100--1199)
XIII East-West Foreign Trade Board (Parts 1300--1399)
XIV Minority Business Development Agency (Parts 1400--
1499)
XV Office of the Under-Secretary for Economic Affairs,
Department of Commerce (Parts 1500--1599)
Subtitle C--Regulations Relating to Foreign Trade
Agreements
XX Office of the United States Trade Representative
(Parts 2000--2099)
Subtitle D--Regulations Relating to Telecommunications
and Information
XXIII National Telecommunications and Information
Administration, Department of Commerce (Parts
2300--2399) [Reserved]
Title 16--Commercial Practices
I Federal Trade Commission (Parts 0--999)
II Consumer Product Safety Commission (Parts 1000--1799)
Title 17--Commodity and Securities Exchanges
I Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Parts 1--199)
II Securities and Exchange Commission (Parts 200--399)
IV Department of the Treasury (Parts 400--499)
Title 18--Conservation of Power and Water Resources
I Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of
Energy (Parts 1--399)
III Delaware River Basin Commission (Parts 400--499)
VI Water Resources Council (Parts 700--799)
VIII Susquehanna River Basin Commission (Parts 800--899)
XIII Tennessee Valley Authority (Parts 1300--1399)
Title 19--Customs Duties
I U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of
Homeland Security; Department of the Treasury
(Parts 0--199)
II United States International Trade Commission (Parts
200--299)
III International Trade Administration, Department of
Commerce (Parts 300--399)
IV U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department
of Homeland Security (Parts 400--599) [Reserved]
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Title 20--Employees' Benefits
I Office of Workers' Compensation Programs, Department
of Labor (Parts 1--199)
II Railroad Retirement Board (Parts 200--399)
III Social Security Administration (Parts 400--499)
IV Employees' Compensation Appeals Board, Department of
Labor (Parts 500--599)
V Employment and Training Administration, Department of
Labor (Parts 600--699)
VI Office of Workers' Compensation Programs, Department
of Labor (Parts 700--799)
VII Benefits Review Board, Department of Labor (Parts
800--899)
VIII Joint Board for the Enrollment of Actuaries (Parts
900--999)
IX Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans'
Employment and Training Service, Department of
Labor (Parts 1000--1099)
Title 21--Food and Drugs
I Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and
Human Services (Parts 1--1299)
II Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice
(Parts 1300--1399)
III Office of National Drug Control Policy (Parts 1400--
1499)
Title 22--Foreign Relations
I Department of State (Parts 1--199)
II Agency for International Development (Parts 200--299)
III Peace Corps (Parts 300--399)
IV International Joint Commission, United States and
Canada (Parts 400--499)
V United States Agency for Global Media (Parts 500--599)
VII U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
(Parts 700--799)
IX Foreign Service Grievance Board (Parts 900--999)
X Inter-American Foundation (Parts 1000--1099)
XI International Boundary and Water Commission, United
States and Mexico, United States Section (Parts
1100--1199)
XII United States International Development Cooperation
Agency (Parts 1200--1299)
XIII Millennium Challenge Corporation (Parts 1300--1399)
XIV Foreign Service Labor Relations Board; Federal Labor
Relations Authority; General Counsel of the
Federal Labor Relations Authority; and the Foreign
Service Impasse Disputes Panel (Parts 1400--1499)
XV African Development Foundation (Parts 1500--1599)
XVI Japan-United States Friendship Commission (Parts
1600--1699)
XVII United States Institute of Peace (Parts 1700--1799)
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Title 23--Highways
I Federal Highway Administration, Department of
Transportation (Parts 1--999)
II National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and
Federal Highway Administration, Department of
Transportation (Parts 1200--1299)
III National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
Department of Transportation (Parts 1300--1399)
Title 24--Housing and Urban Development
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary, Department of
Housing and Urban Development (Parts 0--99)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban
Development
I Office of Assistant Secretary for Equal Opportunity,
Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
100--199)
II Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal
Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Parts 200--299)
III Government National Mortgage Association, Department
of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 300--399)
IV Office of Housing and Office of Multifamily Housing
Assistance Restructuring, Department of Housing
and Urban Development (Parts 400--499)
V Office of Assistant Secretary for Community Planning
and Development, Department of Housing and Urban
Development (Parts 500--599)
VI Office of Assistant Secretary for Community Planning
and Development, Department of Housing and Urban
Development (Parts 600--699) [Reserved]
VII Office of the Secretary, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Housing Assistance Programs and
Public and Indian Housing Programs) (Parts 700--
799)
VIII Office of the Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal
Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Section 8 Housing Assistance
Programs, Section 202 Direct Loan Program, Section
202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program and
Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons With
Disabilities Program) (Parts 800--899)
IX Office of Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian
Housing, Department of Housing and Urban
Development (Parts 900--1699)
X Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal
Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Interstate Land Sales
Registration Program) (Parts 1700--1799)
[Reserved]
XII Office of Inspector General, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Parts 2000--2099)
XV Emergency Mortgage Insurance and Loan Programs,
Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
2700--2799) [Reserved]
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XX Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal
Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and
Urban Development (Parts 3200--3899)
XXIV Board of Directors of the HOPE for Homeowners Program
(Parts 4000--4099) [Reserved]
XXV Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation (Parts 4100--
4199)
Title 25--Indians
I Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior
(Parts 1--299)
II Indian Arts and Crafts Board, Department of the
Interior (Parts 300--399)
III National Indian Gaming Commission, Department of the
Interior (Parts 500--599)
IV Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation (Parts
700--899)
V Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior,
and Indian Health Service, Department of Health
and Human Services (Part 900--999)
VI Office of the Assistant Secretary, Indian Affairs,
Department of the Interior (Parts 1000--1199)
VII Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians,
Department of the Interior (Parts 1200--1299)
Title 26--Internal Revenue
I Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury
(Parts 1--End)
Title 27--Alcohol, Tobacco Products and Firearms
I Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Department
of the Treasury (Parts 1--399)
II Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives,
Department of Justice (Parts 400--799)
Title 28--Judicial Administration
I Department of Justice (Parts 0--299)
III Federal Prison Industries, Inc., Department of Justice
(Parts 300--399)
V Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice (Parts 500--
599)
VI Offices of Independent Counsel, Department of Justice
(Parts 600--699)
VII Office of Independent Counsel (Parts 700--799)
VIII Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the
District of Columbia (Parts 800--899)
IX National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Council
(Parts 900--999)
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XI Department of Justice and Department of State (Parts
1100--1199)
Title 29--Labor
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Labor (Parts
0--99)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Labor
I National Labor Relations Board (Parts 100--199)
II Office of Labor-Management Standards, Department of
Labor (Parts 200--299)
III National Railroad Adjustment Board (Parts 300--399)
IV Office of Labor-Management Standards, Department of
Labor (Parts 400--499)
V Wage and Hour Division, Department of Labor (Parts
500--899)
IX Construction Industry Collective Bargaining Commission
(Parts 900--999)
X National Mediation Board (Parts 1200--1299)
XII Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (Parts
1400--1499)
XIV Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Parts 1600--
1699)
XVII Occupational Safety and Health Administration,
Department of Labor (Parts 1900--1999)
XX Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission
(Parts 2200--2499)
XXV Employee Benefits Security Administration, Department
of Labor (Parts 2500--2599)
XXVII Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission
(Parts 2700--2799)
XL Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (Parts 4000--
4999)
Title 30--Mineral Resources
I Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of
Labor (Parts 1--199)
II Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement,
Department of the Interior (Parts 200--299)
IV Geological Survey, Department of the Interior (Parts
400--499)
V Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Department of the
Interior (Parts 500--599)
VII Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement,
Department of the Interior (Parts 700--999)
XII Office of Natural Resources Revenue, Department of the
Interior (Parts 1200--1299)
Title 31--Money and Finance: Treasury
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of the Treasury
(Parts 0--50)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Money and Finance
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I Monetary Offices, Department of the Treasury (Parts
51--199)
II Fiscal Service, Department of the Treasury (Parts
200--399)
IV Secret Service, Department of the Treasury (Parts
400--499)
V Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the
Treasury (Parts 500--599)
VI Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Department of the
Treasury (Parts 600--699)
VII Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Department of
the Treasury (Parts 700--799)
VIII Office of Investment Security, Department of the
Treasury (Parts 800--899)
IX Federal Claims Collection Standards (Department of the
Treasury--Department of Justice) (Parts 900--999)
X Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Department of
the Treasury (Parts 1000--1099)
Title 32--National Defense
Subtitle A--Department of Defense
I Office of the Secretary of Defense (Parts 1--399)
V Department of the Army (Parts 400--699)
VI Department of the Navy (Parts 700--799)
VII Department of the Air Force (Parts 800--1099)
Subtitle B--Other Regulations Relating to National
Defense
XII Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency (Parts
1200--1299)
XVI Selective Service System (Parts 1600--1699)
XVII Office of the Director of National Intelligence (Parts
1700--1799)
XVIII National Counterintelligence Center (Parts 1800--1899)
XIX Central Intelligence Agency (Parts 1900--1999)
XX Information Security Oversight Office, National
Archives and Records Administration (Parts 2000--
2099)
XXI National Security Council (Parts 2100--2199)
XXIV Office of Science and Technology Policy (Parts 2400--
2499)
XXVII Office for Micronesian Status Negotiations (Parts
2700--2799)
XXVIII Office of the Vice President of the United States
(Parts 2800--2899)
Title 33--Navigation and Navigable Waters
I Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts
1--199)
II Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army, Department
of Defense (Parts 200--399)
IV Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation, Department of Transportation (Parts
400--499)
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Title 34--Education
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary, Department of
Education (Parts 1--99)
Subtitle B--Regulations of the Offices of the
Department of Education
I Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education
(Parts 100--199)
II Office of Elementary and Secondary Education,
Department of Education (Parts 200--299)
III Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative
Services, Department of Education (Parts 300--399)
IV Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education,
Department of Education (Parts 400--499)
V Office of Bilingual Education and Minority Languages
Affairs, Department of Education (Parts 500--599)
[Reserved]
VI Office of Postsecondary Education, Department of
Education (Parts 600--699)
VII Office of Educational Research and Improvement,
Department of Education (Parts 700--799)
[Reserved]
Subtitle C--Regulations Relating to Education
XI [Reserved]
XII National Council on Disability (Parts 1200--1299)
Title 35 [Reserved]
Title 36--Parks, Forests, and Public Property
I National Park Service, Department of the Interior
(Parts 1--199)
II Forest Service, Department of Agriculture (Parts 200--
299)
III Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army (Parts
300--399)
IV American Battle Monuments Commission (Parts 400--499)
V Smithsonian Institution (Parts 500--599)
VI [Reserved]
VII Library of Congress (Parts 700--799)
VIII Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (Parts 800--
899)
IX Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation (Parts
900--999)
X Presidio Trust (Parts 1000--1099)
XI Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance
Board (Parts 1100--1199)
XII National Archives and Records Administration (Parts
1200--1299)
XV Oklahoma City National Memorial Trust (Parts 1500--
1599)
XVI Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National
Environmental Policy Foundation (Parts 1600--1699)
Title 37--Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights
I United States Patent and Trademark Office, Department
of Commerce (Parts 1--199)
II U.S. Copyright Office, Library of Congress (Parts
200--299)
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III Copyright Royalty Board, Library of Congress (Parts
300--399)
IV National Institute of Standards and Technology,
Department of Commerce (Parts 400--599)
Title 38--Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief
I Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 0--199)
II Armed Forces Retirement Home (Parts 200--299)
Title 39--Postal Service
I United States Postal Service (Parts 1--999)
III Postal Regulatory Commission (Parts 3000--3099)
Title 40--Protection of Environment
I Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1--1099)
IV Environmental Protection Agency and Department of
Justice (Parts 1400--1499)
V Council on Environmental Quality (Parts 1500--1599)
VI Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (Parts
1600--1699)
VII Environmental Protection Agency and Department of
Defense; Uniform National Discharge Standards for
Vessels of the Armed Forces (Parts 1700--1799)
VIII Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (Parts 1800--
1899)
IX Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (Part
1900)
Title 41--Public Contracts and Property Management
Subtitle A--Federal Procurement Regulations System
[Note]
Subtitle B--Other Provisions Relating to Public
Contracts
50 Public Contracts, Department of Labor (Parts 50-1--50-
999)
51 Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or
Severely Disabled (Parts 51-1--51-99)
60 Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal
Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor (Parts
60-1--60-999)
61 Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans'
Employment and Training Service, Department of
Labor (Parts 61-1--61-999)
62--100 [Reserved]
Subtitle C--Federal Property Management Regulations
System
101 Federal Property Management Regulations (Parts 101-1--
101-99)
102 Federal Management Regulation (Parts 102-1--102-299)
103--104 [Reserved]
105 General Services Administration (Parts 105-1--105-999)
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109 Department of Energy Property Management Regulations
(Parts 109-1--109-99)
114 Department of the Interior (Parts 114-1--114-99)
115 Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 115-1--115-99)
128 Department of Justice (Parts 128-1--128-99)
129--200 [Reserved]
Subtitle D--Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security
201 Federal Acquisition Security Council (Parts 201-1--
201-99)
Subtitle E [Reserved]
Subtitle F--Federal Travel Regulation System
300 General (Parts 300-1--300-99)
301 Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel Allowances (Parts 301-1--
301-99)
302 Relocation Allowances (Parts 302-1--302-99)
303 Payment of Expenses Connected with the Death of
Certain Employees (Part 303-1--303-99)
304 Payment of Travel Expenses from a Non-Federal Source
(Parts 304-1--304-99)
Title 42--Public Health
I Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human
Services (Parts 1--199)
II--III [Reserved]
IV Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Department
of Health and Human Services (Parts 400--699)
V Office of Inspector General-Health Care, Department of
Health and Human Services (Parts 1000--1099)
Title 43--Public Lands: Interior
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of the Interior
(Parts 1--199)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Public Lands
I Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior
(Parts 400--999)
II Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior
(Parts 1000--9999)
III Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation
Commission (Parts 10000--10099)
Title 44--Emergency Management and Assistance
I Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of
Homeland Security (Parts 0--399)
IV Department of Commerce and Department of
Transportation (Parts 400--499)
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Title 45--Public Welfare
Subtitle A--Department of Health and Human Services
(Parts 1--199)
Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Public Welfare
II Office of Family Assistance (Assistance Programs),
Administration for Children and Families,
Department of Health and Human Services (Parts
200--299)
III Office of Child Support Enforcement (Child Support
Enforcement Program), Administration for Children
and Families, Department of Health and Human
Services (Parts 300--399)
IV Office of Refugee Resettlement, Administration for
Children and Families, Department of Health and
Human Services (Parts 400--499)
V Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the United
States, Department of Justice (Parts 500--599)
VI National Science Foundation (Parts 600--699)
VII Commission on Civil Rights (Parts 700--799)
VIII Office of Personnel Management (Parts 800--899)
IX Denali Commission (Parts 900--999)
X Office of Community Services, Administration for
Children and Families, Department of Health and
Human Services (Parts 1000--1099)
XI National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities
(Parts 1100--1199)
XII Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts
1200--1299)
XIII Administration for Children and Families, Department
of Health and Human Services (Parts 1300--1399)
XVI Legal Services Corporation (Parts 1600--1699)
XVII National Commission on Libraries and Information
Science (Parts 1700--1799)
XVIII Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation (Parts 1800--
1899)
XXI Commission of Fine Arts (Parts 2100--2199)
XXIII Arctic Research Commission (Parts 2300--2399)
XXIV James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (Parts
2400--2499)
XXV Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts
2500--2599)
Title 46--Shipping
I Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts
1--199)
II Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation
(Parts 200--399)
III Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage), Department of
Homeland Security (Parts 400--499)
IV Federal Maritime Commission (Parts 500--599)
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Title 47--Telecommunication
I Federal Communications Commission (Parts 0--199)
II Office of Science and Technology Policy and National
Security Council (Parts 200--299)
III National Telecommunications and Information
Administration, Department of Commerce (Parts
300--399)
IV National Telecommunications and Information
Administration, Department of Commerce, and
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
Department of Transportation (Parts 400--499)
V The First Responder Network Authority (Parts 500--599)
Title 48--Federal Acquisition Regulations System
1 Federal Acquisition Regulation (Parts 1--99)
2 Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of
Defense (Parts 200--299)
3 Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 300--
399)
4 Department of Agriculture (Parts 400--499)
5 General Services Administration (Parts 500--599)
6 Department of State (Parts 600--699)
7 Agency for International Development (Parts 700--799)
8 Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 800--899)
9 Department of Energy (Parts 900--999)
10 Department of the Treasury (Parts 1000--1099)
12 Department of Transportation (Parts 1200--1299)
13 Department of Commerce (Parts 1300--1399)
14 Department of the Interior (Parts 1400--1499)
15 Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1500--1599)
16 Office of Personnel Management Federal Employees
Health Benefits Acquisition Regulation (Parts
1600--1699)
17 Office of Personnel Management (Parts 1700--1799)
18 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts
1800--1899)
19 Broadcasting Board of Governors (Parts 1900--1999)
20 Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 2000--2099)
21 Office of Personnel Management, Federal Employees
Group Life Insurance Federal Acquisition
Regulation (Parts 2100--2199)
23 Social Security Administration (Parts 2300--2399)
24 Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts
2400--2499)
25 National Science Foundation (Parts 2500--2599)
28 Department of Justice (Parts 2800--2899)
29 Department of Labor (Parts 2900--2999)
30 Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security
Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) (Parts 3000--3099)
34 Department of Education Acquisition Regulation (Parts
3400--3499)
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51 Department of the Army Acquisition Regulations (Parts
5100--5199) [Reserved]
52 Department of the Navy Acquisition Regulations (Parts
5200--5299)
53 Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition
Regulation Supplement (Parts 5300--5399)
[Reserved]
54 Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense (Parts
5400--5499)
57 African Development Foundation (Parts 5700--5799)
61 Civilian Board of Contract Appeals, General Services
Administration (Parts 6100--6199)
99 Cost Accounting Standards Board, Office of Federal
Procurement Policy, Office of Management and
Budget (Parts 9900--9999)
Title 49--Transportation
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Transportation
(Parts 1--99)
Subtitle B--Other Regulations Relating to
Transportation
I Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety
Administration, Department of Transportation
(Parts 100--199)
II Federal Railroad Administration, Department of
Transportation (Parts 200--299)
III Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,
Department of Transportation (Parts 300--399)
IV Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts
400--499)
V National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
Department of Transportation (Parts 500--599)
VI Federal Transit Administration, Department of
Transportation (Parts 600--699)
VII National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK)
(Parts 700--799)
VIII National Transportation Safety Board (Parts 800--999)
X Surface Transportation Board (Parts 1000--1399)
XI Research and Innovative Technology Administration,
Department of Transportation (Parts 1400--1499)
[Reserved]
XII Transportation Security Administration, Department of
Homeland Security (Parts 1500--1699)
Title 50--Wildlife and Fisheries
I United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of
the Interior (Parts 1--199)
II National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration, Department of
Commerce (Parts 200--299)
III International Fishing and Related Activities (Parts
300--399)
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IV Joint Regulations (United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Department of the Interior and National
Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration, Department of
Commerce); Endangered Species Committee
Regulations (Parts 400--499)
V Marine Mammal Commission (Parts 500--599)
VI Fishery Conservation and Management, National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration, Department of
Commerce (Parts 600--699)
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Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR
(Revised as of January 1, 2023)
CFR Title, Subtitle or
Agency Chapter
Administrative Conference of the United States 1, III
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation 36, VIII
Advocacy and Outreach, Office of 7, XXV
Afghanistan Reconstruction, Special Inspector 5, LXXXIII
General for
African Development Foundation 22, XV
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 57
Agency for International Development 2, VII; 22, II
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 7
Agricultural Marketing Service 7, I, VIII, IX, X, XI; 9,
II
Agricultural Research Service 7, V
Agriculture, Department of 2, IV; 5, LXXIII
Advocacy and Outreach, Office of 7, XXV
Agricultural Marketing Service 7, I, VIII, IX, X, XI; 9,
II
Agricultural Research Service 7, V
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 7, III; 9, I
Chief Financial Officer, Office of 7, XXX
Commodity Credit Corporation 7, XIV
Economic Research Service 7, XXXVII
Energy Policy and New Uses, Office of 2, IX; 7, XXIX
Environmental Quality, Office of 7, XXXI
Farm Service Agency 7, VII, XVIII
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 4
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation 7, IV
Food and Nutrition Service 7, II
Food Safety and Inspection Service 9, III
Foreign Agricultural Service 7, XV
Forest Service 36, II
Information Resources Management, Office of 7, XXVII
Inspector General, Office of 7, XXVI
National Agricultural Library 7, XLI
National Agricultural Statistics Service 7, XXXVI
National Institute of Food and Agriculture 7, XXXIV
Natural Resources Conservation Service 7, VI
Operations, Office of 7, XXVIII
Procurement and Property Management, Office of 7, XXXII
Rural Business-Cooperative Service 7, XVIII, XLII
Rural Development Administration 7, XLII
Rural Housing Service 7, XVIII, XXXV
Rural Utilities Service 7, XVII, XVIII, XLII
Secretary of Agriculture, Office of 7, Subtitle A
Transportation, Office of 7, XXXIII
World Agricultural Outlook Board 7, XXXVIII
Air Force, Department of 32, VII
Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 48, 53
Air Transportation Stabilization Board 14, VI
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau 27, I
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 27, II
Bureau of
AMTRAK 49, VII
American Battle Monuments Commission 36, IV
American Indians, Office of the Special Trustee 25, VII
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 7, III; 9, I
Appalachian Regional Commission 5, IX
Architectural and Transportation Barriers 36, XI
Compliance Board
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Arctic Research Commission 45, XXIII
Armed Forces Retirement Home 5, XI; 38, II
Army, Department of 32, V
Engineers, Corps of 33, II; 36, III
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 51
Benefits Review Board 20, VII
Bilingual Education and Minority Languages 34, V
Affairs, Office of
Blind or Severely Disabled, Committee for 41, 51
Purchase from People Who Are
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 19
Career, Technical, and Adult Education, Office 34, IV
of
Census Bureau 15, I
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 42, IV
Central Intelligence Agency 32, XIX
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board 40, VI
Chief Financial Officer, Office of 7, XXX
Child Support Enforcement, Office of 45, III
Children and Families, Administration for 45, II, III, IV, X, XIII
Civil Rights, Commission on 5, LXVIII; 45, VII
Civil Rights, Office for 34, I
Coast Guard 33, I; 46, I; 49, IV
Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage) 46, III
Commerce, Department of 2, XIII; 44, IV; 50, VI
Census Bureau 15, I
Economic Affairs, Office of the Under- 15, XV
Secretary for
Economic Analysis, Bureau of 15, VIII
Economic Development Administration 13, III
Emergency Management and Assistance 44, IV
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 13
Foreign-Trade Zones Board 15, IV
Industry and Security, Bureau of 15, VII
International Trade Administration 15, III; 19, III
National Institute of Standards and Technology 15, II; 37, IV
National Marine Fisheries Service 50, II, IV
National Oceanic and Atmospheric 15, IX; 50, II, III, IV,
Administration VI
National Technical Information Service 15, XI
National Telecommunications and Information 15, XXIII; 47, III, IV
Administration
National Weather Service 15, IX
Patent and Trademark Office, United States 37, I
Secretary of Commerce, Office of 15, Subtitle A
Commercial Space Transportation 14, III
Commodity Credit Corporation 7, XIV
Commodity Futures Trading Commission 5, XLI; 17, I
Community Planning and Development, Office of 24, V, VI
Assistant Secretary for
Community Services, Office of 45, X
Comptroller of the Currency 12, I
Construction Industry Collective Bargaining 29, IX
Commission
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 5, LXXXIV; 12, X
Consumer Product Safety Commission 5, LXXI; 16, II
Copyright Royalty Board 37, III
Corporation for National and Community Service 2, XXII; 45, XII, XXV
Cost Accounting Standards Board 48, 99
Council on Environmental Quality 40, V
Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity 5, XCVIII
and Efficiency
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency 5, LXX; 28, VIII
for the District of Columbia
Customs and Border Protection 19, I
Defense, Department of 2, XI; 5, XXVI; 32,
Subtitle A; 40, VII
Advanced Research Projects Agency 32, I
Air Force Department 32, VII
Army Department 32, V; 33, II; 36, III;
48, 51
Defense Acquisition Regulations System 48, 2
Defense Intelligence Agency 32, I
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Defense Logistics Agency 32, I, XII; 48, 54
Engineers, Corps of 33, II; 36, III
National Imagery and Mapping Agency 32, I
Navy, Department of 32, VI; 48, 52
Secretary of Defense, Office of 2, XI; 32, I
Defense Contract Audit Agency 32, I
Defense Intelligence Agency 32, I
Defense Logistics Agency 32, XII; 48, 54
Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board 10, XVII
Delaware River Basin Commission 18, III
Denali Commission 45, IX
Disability, National Council on 5, C; 34, XII
District of Columbia, Court Services and 5, LXX; 28, VIII
Offender Supervision Agency for the
Drug Enforcement Administration 21, II
East-West Foreign Trade Board 15, XIII
Economic Affairs, Office of the Under-Secretary 15, XV
for
Economic Analysis, Bureau of 15, VIII
Economic Development Administration 13, III
Economic Research Service 7, XXXVII
Education, Department of 2, XXXIV; 5, LIII
Bilingual Education and Minority Languages 34, V
Affairs, Office of
Career, Technical, and Adult Education, Office 34, IV
of
Civil Rights, Office for 34, I
Educational Research and Improvement, Office 34, VII
of
Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of 34, II
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 34
Postsecondary Education, Office of 34, VI
Secretary of Education, Office of 34, Subtitle A
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, 34, III
Office of
Educational Research and Improvement, Office of 34, VII
Election Assistance Commission 2, LVIII; 11, II
Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of 34, II
Emergency Oil and Gas Guaranteed Loan Board 13, V
Emergency Steel Guarantee Loan Board 13, IV
Employee Benefits Security Administration 29, XXV
Employees' Compensation Appeals Board 20, IV
Employees Loyalty Board 5, V
Employment and Training Administration 20, V
Employment Policy, National Commission for 1, IV
Employment Standards Administration 20, VI
Endangered Species Committee 50, IV
Energy, Department of 2, IX; 5, XXIII; 10, II,
III, X
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 5, XXIV; 18, I
Property Management Regulations 41, 109
Energy, Office of 7, XXIX
Engineers, Corps of 33, II; 36, III
Engraving and Printing, Bureau of 31, VI
Environmental Protection Agency 2, XV; 5, LIV; 40, I, IV,
VII
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 15
Property Management Regulations 41, 115
Environmental Quality, Office of 7, XXXI
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 5, LXII; 29, XIV
Equal Opportunity, Office of Assistant Secretary 24, I
for
Executive Office of the President 3, I
Environmental Quality, Council on 40, V
Management and Budget, Office of 2, Subtitle A; 5, III,
LXXVII; 14, VI; 48, 99
National Drug Control Policy, Office of 2, XXXVI; 21, III
National Security Council 32, XXI; 47, II
Science and Technology Policy, Office of 32, XXIV; 47, II
Trade Representative, Office of the United 15, XX
States
Export-Import Bank of the United States 2, XXXV; 5, LII; 12, IV
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Family Assistance, Office of 45, II
Farm Credit Administration 5, XXXI; 12, VI
Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation 5, XXX; 12, XIV
Farm Service Agency 7, VII, XVIII
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 1
Federal Acquisition Security Council 41, 201
Federal Aviation Administration 14, I
Commercial Space Transportation 14, III
Federal Claims Collection Standards 31, IX
Federal Communications Commission 2, LX; 5, XXIX; 47, I
Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Office of 41, 60
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation 7, IV
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation 5, XXII; 12, III
Federal Election Commission 5, XXXVII; 11, I
Federal Emergency Management Agency 44, I
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Federal 48, 21
Acquisition Regulation
Federal Employees Health Benefits Acquisition 48, 16
Regulation
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 5, XXIV; 18, I
Federal Financial Institutions Examination 12, XI
Council
Federal Financing Bank 12, VIII
Federal Highway Administration 23, I, II
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation 1, IV
Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight Office 12, XVII
Federal Housing Finance Agency 5, LXXX; 12, XII
Federal Labor Relations Authority 5, XIV, XLIX; 22, XIV
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center 31, VII
Federal Management Regulation 41, 102
Federal Maritime Commission 46, IV
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service 29, XII
Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission 5, LXXIV; 29, XXVII
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 49, III
Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council 40, IX
Federal Prison Industries, Inc. 28, III
Federal Procurement Policy Office 48, 99
Federal Property Management Regulations 41, 101
Federal Railroad Administration 49, II
Federal Register, Administrative Committee of 1, I
Federal Register, Office of 1, II
Federal Reserve System 12, II
Board of Governors 5, LVIII
Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board 5, VI, LXXVI
Federal Service Impasses Panel 5, XIV
Federal Trade Commission 5, XLVII; 16, I
Federal Transit Administration 49, VI
Federal Travel Regulation System 41, Subtitle F
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network 31, X
Financial Research Office 12, XVI
Financial Stability Oversight Council 12, XIII
Fine Arts, Commission of 45, XXI
Fiscal Service 31, II
Fish and Wildlife Service, United States 50, I, IV
Food and Drug Administration 21, I
Food and Nutrition Service 7, II
Food Safety and Inspection Service 9, III
Foreign Agricultural Service 7, XV
Foreign Assets Control, Office of 31, V
Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the 45, V
United States
Foreign Service Grievance Board 22, IX
Foreign Service Impasse Disputes Panel 22, XIV
Foreign Service Labor Relations Board 22, XIV
Foreign-Trade Zones Board 15, IV
Forest Service 36, II
General Services Administration 5, LVII; 41, 105
Contract Appeals, Board of 48, 61
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 5
Federal Management Regulation 41, 102
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Federal Property Management Regulations 41, 101
Federal Travel Regulation System 41, Subtitle F
General 41, 300
Payment From a Non-Federal Source for Travel 41, 304
Expenses
Payment of Expenses Connected With the Death 41, 303
of Certain Employees
Relocation Allowances 41, 302
Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel Allowances 41, 301
Geological Survey 30, IV
Government Accountability Office 4, I
Government Ethics, Office of 5, XVI
Government National Mortgage Association 24, III
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 7, VIII; 9, II
Administration
Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development 33, IV
Corporation
Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council 2, LIX; 40, VIII
Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation 45, XVIII
Health and Human Services, Department of 2, III; 5, XLV; 45,
Subtitle A
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 42, IV
Child Support Enforcement, Office of 45, III
Children and Families, Administration for 45, II, III, IV, X, XIII
Community Services, Office of 45, X
Family Assistance, Office of 45, II
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 3
Food and Drug Administration 21, I
Indian Health Service 25, V
Inspector General (Health Care), Office of 42, V
Public Health Service 42, I
Refugee Resettlement, Office of 45, IV
Homeland Security, Department of 2, XXX; 5, XXXVI; 6, I; 8,
I
Coast Guard 33, I; 46, I; 49, IV
Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage) 46, III
Customs and Border Protection 19, I
Federal Emergency Management Agency 44, I
Human Resources Management and Labor Relations 5, XCVII
Systems
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau 19, IV
Transportation Security Administration 49, XII
HOPE for Homeowners Program, Board of Directors 24, XXIV
of
Housing and Urban Development, Department of 2, XXIV; 5, LXV; 24,
Subtitle B
Community Planning and Development, Office of 24, V, VI
Assistant Secretary for
Equal Opportunity, Office of Assistant 24, I
Secretary for
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 24
Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, Office 12, XVII
of
Government National Mortgage Association 24, III
Housing--Federal Housing Commissioner, Office 24, II, VIII, X, XX
of Assistant Secretary for
Housing, Office of, and Multifamily Housing 24, IV
Assistance Restructuring, Office of
Inspector General, Office of 24, XII
Public and Indian Housing, Office of Assistant 24, IX
Secretary for
Secretary, Office of 24, Subtitle A, VII
Housing--Federal Housing Commissioner, Office of 24, II, VIII, X, XX
Assistant Secretary for
Housing, Office of, and Multifamily Housing 24, IV
Assistance Restructuring, Office of
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau 19, IV
Immigration Review, Executive Office for 8, V
Independent Counsel, Office of 28, VII
Independent Counsel, Offices of 28, VI
Indian Affairs, Bureau of 25, I, V
Indian Affairs, Office of the Assistant 25, VI
Secretary
Indian Arts and Crafts Board 25, II
Indian Health Service 25, V
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Industry and Security, Bureau of 15, VII
Information Resources Management, Office of 7, XXVII
Information Security Oversight Office, National 32, XX
Archives and Records Administration
Inspector General
Agriculture Department 7, XXVI
Health and Human Services Department 42, V
Housing and Urban Development Department 24, XII, XV
Institute of Peace, United States 22, XVII
Inter-American Foundation 5, LXIII; 22, X
Interior, Department of 2, XIV
American Indians, Office of the Special 25, VII
Trustee
Endangered Species Committee 50, IV
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 14
Federal Property Management Regulations System 41, 114
Fish and Wildlife Service, United States 50, I, IV
Geological Survey 30, IV
Indian Affairs, Bureau of 25, I, V
Indian Affairs, Office of the Assistant 25, VI
Secretary
Indian Arts and Crafts Board 25, II
Land Management, Bureau of 43, II
National Indian Gaming Commission 25, III
National Park Service 36, I
Natural Resource Revenue, Office of 30, XII
Ocean Energy Management, Bureau of 30, V
Reclamation, Bureau of 43, I
Safety and Environmental Enforcement, Bureau 30, II
of
Secretary of the Interior, Office of 2, XIV; 43, Subtitle A
Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 30, VII
Office of
Internal Revenue Service 26, I
International Boundary and Water Commission, 22, XI
United States and Mexico, United States
Section
International Development, United States Agency 22, II
for
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 7
International Development Cooperation Agency, 22, XII
United States
International Development Finance Corporation, 5, XXXIII; 22, VII
U.S.
International Joint Commission, United States 22, IV
and Canada
International Organizations Employees Loyalty 5, V
Board
International Trade Administration 15, III; 19, III
International Trade Commission, United States 19, II
Interstate Commerce Commission 5, XL
Investment Security, Office of 31, VIII
James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation 45, XXIV
Japan-United States Friendship Commission 22, XVI
Joint Board for the Enrollment of Actuaries 20, VIII
Justice, Department of 2, XXVIII; 5, XXVIII; 28,
I, XI; 40, IV
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 27, II
Bureau of
Drug Enforcement Administration 21, II
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 28
Federal Claims Collection Standards 31, IX
Federal Prison Industries, Inc. 28, III
Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the 45, V
United States
Immigration Review, Executive Office for 8, V
Independent Counsel, Offices of 28, VI
Prisons, Bureau of 28, V
Property Management Regulations 41, 128
Labor, Department of 2, XXIX; 5, XLII
Benefits Review Board 20, VII
Employee Benefits Security Administration 29, XXV
Employees' Compensation Appeals Board 20, IV
Employment and Training Administration 20, V
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 29
Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Office 41, 60
of
Federal Procurement Regulations System 41, 50
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Labor-Management Standards, Office of 29, II, IV
Mine Safety and Health Administration 30, I
Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29, XVII
Public Contracts 41, 50
Secretary of Labor, Office of 29, Subtitle A
Veterans' Employment and Training Service, 41, 61; 20, IX
Office of the Assistant Secretary for
Wage and Hour Division 29, V
Workers' Compensation Programs, Office of 20, I, VI
Labor-Management Standards, Office of 29, II, IV
Land Management, Bureau of 43, II
Legal Services Corporation 45, XVI
Libraries and Information Science, National 45, XVII
Commission on
Library of Congress 36, VII
Copyright Royalty Board 37, III
U.S. Copyright Office 37, II
Management and Budget, Office of 5, III, LXXVII; 14, VI;
48, 99
Marine Mammal Commission 50, V
Maritime Administration 46, II
Merit Systems Protection Board 5, II, LXIV
Micronesian Status Negotiations, Office for 32, XXVII
Military Compensation and Retirement 5, XCIX
Modernization Commission
Millennium Challenge Corporation 22, XIII
Mine Safety and Health Administration 30, I
Minority Business Development Agency 15, XIV
Miscellaneous Agencies 1, IV
Monetary Offices 31, I
Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in 36, XVI
National Environmental Policy Foundation
Museum and Library Services, Institute of 2, XXXI
National Aeronautics and Space Administration 2, XVIII; 5, LIX; 14, V
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 18
National Agricultural Library 7, XLI
National Agricultural Statistics Service 7, XXXVI
National and Community Service, Corporation for 2, XXII; 45, XII, XXV
National Archives and Records Administration 2, XXVI; 5, LXVI; 36, XII
Information Security Oversight Office 32, XX
National Capital Planning Commission 1, IV, VI
National Counterintelligence Center 32, XVIII
National Credit Union Administration 5, LXXXVI; 12, VII
National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact 28, IX
Council
National Drug Control Policy, Office of 2, XXXVI; 21, III
National Endowment for the Arts 2, XXXII
National Endowment for the Humanities 2, XXXIII
National Foundation on the Arts and the 45, XI
Humanities
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency 32, I
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 23, II, III; 47, VI; 49, V
National Imagery and Mapping Agency 32, I
National Indian Gaming Commission 25, III
National Institute of Food and Agriculture 7, XXXIV
National Institute of Standards and Technology 15, II; 37, IV
National Intelligence, Office of Director of 5, IV; 32, XVII
National Labor Relations Board 5, LXI; 29, I
National Marine Fisheries Service 50, II, IV
National Mediation Board 5, CI; 29, X
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 15, IX; 50, II, III, IV,
VI
National Park Service 36, I
National Railroad Adjustment Board 29, III
National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK) 49, VII
National Science Foundation 2, XXV; 5, XLIII; 45, VI
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 25
National Security Council 32, XXI; 47, II
National Technical Information Service 15, XI
National Telecommunications and Information 15, XXIII; 47, III, IV, V
Administration
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National Transportation Safety Board 49, VIII
Natural Resource Revenue, Office of 30, XII
Natural Resources Conservation Service 7, VI
Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation, Office of 25, IV
Navy, Department of 32, VI
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 52
Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation 24, XXV
Northeast Interstate Low-Level Radioactive Waste 10, XVIII
Commission
Nuclear Regulatory Commission 2, XX; 5, XLVIII; 10, I
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 20
Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29, XVII
Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission 29, XX
Ocean Energy Management, Bureau of 30, V
Oklahoma City National Memorial Trust 36, XV
Operations Office 7, XXVIII
Patent and Trademark Office, United States 37, I
Payment From a Non-Federal Source for Travel 41, 304
Expenses
Payment of Expenses Connected With the Death of 41, 303
Certain Employees
Peace Corps 2, XXXVII; 22, III
Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation 36, IX
Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation 29, XL
Personnel Management, Office of 5, I, IV, XXXV; 45, VIII
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 17
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Federal 48, 21
Acquisition Regulation
Federal Employees Health Benefits Acquisition 48, 16
Regulation
Human Resources Management and Labor Relations 5, XCVII
Systems, Department of Homeland Security
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety 49, I
Administration
Postal Regulatory Commission 5, XLVI; 39, III
Postal Service, United States 5, LX; 39, I
Postsecondary Education, Office of 34, VI
President's Commission on White House 1, IV
Fellowships
Presidio Trust 36, X
Prisons, Bureau of 28, V
Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board 6, X
Procurement and Property Management, Office of 7, XXXII
Public and Indian Housing, Office of Assistant 24, IX
Secretary for
Public Contracts, Department of Labor 41, 50
Public Health Service 42, I
Railroad Retirement Board 20, II
Reclamation, Bureau of 43, I
Refugee Resettlement, Office of 45, IV
Relocation Allowances 41, 302
Research and Innovative Technology 49, XI
Administration
Rural Business-Cooperative Service 7, XVIII, XLII, L
Rural Development Administration 7, XLII
Rural Housing Service 7, XVIII, XXXV, L
Rural Utilities Service 7, XVII, XVIII, XLII, L
Safety and Environmental Enforcement, Bureau of 30, II
Science and Technology Policy, Office of 32, XXIV; 47, II
Secret Service 31, IV
Securities and Exchange Commission 5, XXXIV; 17, II
Selective Service System 32, XVI
Small Business Administration 2, XXVII; 13, I
Smithsonian Institution 36, V
Social Security Administration 2, XXIII; 20, III; 48, 23
Soldiers' and Airmen's Home, United States 5, XI
Special Counsel, Office of 5, VIII
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, 34, III
Office of
State, Department of 2, VI; 22, I; 28, XI
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 6
Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 30, VII
Office of
Surface Transportation Board 49, X
Susquehanna River Basin Commission 18, VIII
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Tennessee Valley Authority 5, LXIX; 18, XIII
Trade Representative, United States, Office of 15, XX
Transportation, Department of 2, XII; 5, L
Commercial Space Transportation 14, III
Emergency Management and Assistance 44, IV
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 12
Federal Aviation Administration 14, I
Federal Highway Administration 23, I, II
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 49, III
Federal Railroad Administration 49, II
Federal Transit Administration 49, VI
Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development 33, IV
Corporation
Maritime Administration 46, II
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 23, II, III; 47, IV; 49, V
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety 49, I
Administration
Secretary of Transportation, Office of 14, II; 49, Subtitle A
Transportation Statistics Bureau 49, XI
Transportation, Office of 7, XXXIII
Transportation Security Administration 49, XII
Transportation Statistics Bureau 49, XI
Travel Allowances, Temporary Duty (TDY) 41, 301
Treasury, Department of the 2, X; 5, XXI; 12, XV; 17,
IV; 31, IX
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau 27, I
Community Development Financial Institutions 12, XVIII
Fund
Comptroller of the Currency 12, I
Customs and Border Protection 19, I
Engraving and Printing, Bureau of 31, VI
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 10
Federal Claims Collection Standards 31, IX
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center 31, VII
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network 31, X
Fiscal Service 31, II
Foreign Assets Control, Office of 31, V
Internal Revenue Service 26, I
Investment Security, Office of 31, VIII
Monetary Offices 31, I
Secret Service 31, IV
Secretary of the Treasury, Office of 31, Subtitle A
Truman, Harry S. Scholarship Foundation 45, XVIII
United States Agency for Global Media 22, V
United States and Canada, International Joint 22, IV
Commission
United States and Mexico, International Boundary 22, XI
and Water Commission, United States Section
U.S. Copyright Office 37, II
U.S. Office of Special Counsel 5, CII
Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation 43, III
Commission
Veterans Affairs, Department of 2, VIII; 38, I
Federal Acquisition Regulation 48, 8
Veterans' Employment and Training Service, 41, 61; 20, IX
Office of the Assistant Secretary for
Vice President of the United States, Office of 32, XXVIII
Wage and Hour Division 29, V
Water Resources Council 18, VI
Workers' Compensation Programs, Office of 20, I, VII
World Agricultural Outlook Board 7, XXXVIII