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Proc 94662016-06-30Obama

To Implement the World Trade Organization Declaration on the Expansion of Trade in Information Technology Products and for Other Purposes

This proclamation implements the WTO's 2015 expansion of duty-free trade in information technology products by modifying the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, extends AGOA and related trade preference programs through September 30, 2025, and makes multiple adjustments to the Generalized System of Preferences including designations, competitive need limitation waivers, and terminations for certain beneficiary developing countries.

Proc 94652016-06-24Obama

Establishment of the Stonewall National Monument

President Obama used the Antiquities Act to designate Christopher Park in New York City as the Stonewall National Monument, the first national monument dedicated to LGBT civil rights history. The approximately 0.12-acre site, across from the Stonewall Inn, is placed under National Park Service management with a required management plan within 3 years. The proclamation withdraws federal lands within the monument boundaries from public land, mining, and mineral leasing laws.

EO 137312016-06-24Obama

Global Entrepreneurship

This executive order establishes the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) Program under the Commerce Department to leverage successful entrepreneurs' networks for mentoring and policy advocacy worldwide. It also creates a Global Connect Initiative and interagency Steering Group to expand internet access in developing countries, with reporting requirements through 2020.

Notice 134662016-06-21Obama

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to North Korea

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to North Korea originally declared in Executive Order 13466 on June 26, 2008, as subsequently expanded by later executive orders. The continuation maintains existing sanctions and restrictions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 132192016-06-21Obama

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Obama extended for one year the national emergency declared in 2001 regarding the Western Balkans, citing ongoing threats from extremist violence and obstruction of peace agreements in Macedonia, Bosnia, and Kosovo. The continuation maintains sanctions and emergency measures originally authorized under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 134052016-06-10Obama

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions and Policies of Certain Members of the Government of Belarus and Other Persons to Undermine Belarus's Democratic Processes or Institutions

President Obama extended for one year the national emergency declared in 2006 regarding Belarusian government officials' undermining of democratic processes, human rights abuses, and public corruption. The continuation maintains existing sanctions and emergency measures under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Det2016-06-10Obama

Proposed Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy

President Obama approved a proposed nuclear cooperation agreement with Norway under Section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act, finding it promotes common defense and security without unreasonable risk. The Secretary of State was directed to arrange for execution and publish the determination in the Federal Register.

Det2016-06-01Obama

Suspension of Limitations under the Jerusalem Embassy Act

President Obama suspended for six months the statutory requirements of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 that mandated moving the U.S. embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The suspension was justified on national security grounds and required transmission to Congress with a supporting report.

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