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EO 140722022-04-22Biden

Strengthening the Nation's Forests, Communities, and Local Economies

This executive order directs federal agencies to inventory and conserve mature and old-growth forests on federal lands, develop reforestation targets for 2030, combat international deforestation through trade and foreign assistance reforms, and expand nature-based climate solutions across government. It emphasizes science-based forest management, indigenous knowledge, and sustainable economic development for timber communities.

Proc 103712022-04-21Biden

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

President Biden declared a national emergency under the Magnuson Act to prohibit Russian-affiliated vessels from entering U.S. ports, effective April 28, 2022, with limited exceptions for nuclear material transport (when no alternative exists) and force majeure humanitarian situations. The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized to issue implementing regulations.

Memo2022-04-21Biden

Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

President Biden delegated authority to the Secretary of State to direct the drawdown of up to $800 million in U.S. defense articles, services, and military education/training to provide assistance to Ukraine under the Foreign Assistance Act. This is a procedural delegation of existing presidential authority to expedite military aid.

Notice 140242022-04-13Biden

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14024 regarding harmful Russian government activities, including election interference, cyberattacks, and transnational corruption. The continuation extends the emergency authority beyond its April 15, 2022 expiration date, maintaining sanctions and related powers through April 15, 2023.

Memo2022-04-13Biden

Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

This memorandum delegates presidential authority to the Secretary of State to direct the drawdown of up to $800 million in Department of Defense defense articles, services, and military education and training to assist Ukraine. It invokes section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, which allows emergency presidential drawdowns without congressional appropriation.

EO 140712022-04-06Biden

Prohibiting New Investment in and Certain Services to the Russian Federation in Response to Continued Russian Federation Aggression

This executive order prohibits new U.S. investment in Russia and authorizes the Treasury Secretary to ban categories of services exports to Russia, building on prior sanctions. It also bars U.S. persons from facilitating foreign transactions that would be prohibited if done directly.

Memo2022-04-05Biden

Addressing the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19

This memorandum directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to coordinate a government-wide response to long COVID, requiring a public report and a National Research Action Plan within 120 days. It mandates interagency collaboration to address health services, research, and disparities for those affected by long-term COVID-19 effects, including mental health and substance use impacts.

Memo2022-04-05Biden

Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

President Biden delegated to the Secretary of State the authority to direct a drawdown of up to $100 million in U.S. defense articles, services, and military education/training to provide assistance to Ukraine under the Foreign Assistance Act. This is a procedural delegation of existing presidential authority for emergency military aid.

EO 140702022-04-05Biden

Continuing To Strengthen Americans' Access to Affordable, Quality Health Coverage

This executive order directs federal agencies to continue reviewing policies and practices to expand affordable health coverage, strengthen benefits, and reduce medical debt under the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid. It builds on prior actions taken under Executive Order 14009 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

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