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12 shownEstablishment of a Temporary Organization To Facilitate United States Government Support for Afghanistan
This executive order creates the Afghanistan Support Office (ASO), a temporary State Department organization to coordinate U.S. civilian support for Afghanistan's governance, economic development, and security transition. The ASO is jointly based in Washington and Kabul and will terminate at the maximum period allowed under federal temporary organization law unless ended sooner by the Secretary of State.
Granting Reciprocity on Excepted Service and Federal Contractor Employee Fitness and Reinvestigating Individuals in Positions of Public Trust
This executive order streamlines federal personnel vetting by requiring agencies to recognize prior fitness and suitability determinations for excepted service and contractor employees when criteria are equivalent. It also mandates periodic reinvestigation of individuals in positions of public trust under standards set by the Office of Personnel Management.
Amending the Order of Succession Within the Department of Agriculture
This executive order updates the line of succession for the Secretary of Agriculture, expanding it from 10 to 14 positions and adding specific Farm Service Agency officials. It also adds a requirement that any acting Secretary must be eligible under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998.
Providing an Order of Succession Within the Department of Transportation
This executive order establishes a detailed line of succession for the Department of Transportation, specifying which officials would serve as acting Secretary if the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Under Secretary for Policy, and other designated officials become unable to serve. It lists 13 officials in priority order, from Federal Highway Administration Administrator down to a regional FAA administrator, while preserving presidential discretion to depart from the list.
Strengthening Laboratory Biosecurity in the United States
This executive order establishes an interagency Working Group co-chaired by the Secretaries of Defense and Health and Human Services to review and evaluate security practices at facilities handling biological select agents and toxins. The group must submit recommendations within 180 days on improving physical, facility, and personnel security across federal and nonfederal laboratories, then terminates 60 days after that report.
Adjustments of Certain Rates of Pay
This executive order implements annual federal pay adjustments for 2009, covering civilian employees under statutory pay systems, Senior Executive Service, executive/legislative/judicial branch officials, uniformed military personnel, and administrative law judges. It sets new pay rates via attached schedules and authorizes locality-based comparability payments, with most schedules taking effect on the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after January 1, 2009.
Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government on Friday, December 26, 2008
This executive order closes all executive branch departments and agencies on Friday, December 26, 2008, the day after Christmas, with exceptions for national security, defense, or other public needs. It ensures affected employees receive appropriate pay and leave treatment under existing statutes.
Providing An Order of Succession Within the Department of Justice
This executive order establishes a line of succession for the Attorney General position if the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, Associate Attorney General, and other designated officers are unable to serve. It names three specific U.S. Attorneys (Maryland, Southern Alabama, and Northern Georgia) as successors in that order, superseding a 2006 memorandum.
ProcProclamation
11 shownTo Suspend Entry As Immigrants And Nonimmigrants of Foreign Government Officials Responsible for Failing To Combat Trafficking In Persons
This proclamation suspends entry into the United States for certain senior foreign government officials (and their spouses) responsible for law enforcement, justice, or labor affairs in countries repeatedly ranked Tier 3 for failing to combat human trafficking. The Secretary of State has sole discretion to identify covered individuals and may terminate the proclamation when no longer necessary.
To Implement The United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement And for Other Purposes
This proclamation implements the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement by modifying the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to establish preferential tariff treatment, rules of origin, and tariff-rate quotas for Peruvian goods. It also delegates authority to the Secretary of Commerce, USTR, and CITA for various implementation functions, and makes technical corrections to prior trade agreements with Morocco, Bahrain, and CAFTA-DR countries.
Establishment of the Marianas Trench Marine National Monument
President George W. Bush established the Marianas Trench Marine National Monument under the Antiquities Act, protecting approximately 95,216 square miles of submerged lands and waters in the Mariana Archipelago. The monument consists of three units—Islands, Volcanic, and Trench—with commercial fishing banned in the Islands Unit while allowing sustenance, recreational, and traditional indigenous fishing under sustainable management.
Establishment of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument
President George W. Bush used the Antiquities Act to establish the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument, protecting approximately 86,888 square miles of waters and lands around seven Pacific islands and atolls. The proclamation bans commercial fishing within monument boundaries, assigns management responsibilities between Interior and Commerce, and requires management plans within two years.
Establishment of the Rose Atoll Marine National Monument
President George W. Bush established the Rose Atoll Marine National Monument under the Antiquities Act, protecting approximately 13,451 square miles of marine and terrestrial area in American Samoa. The proclamation withdraws federal lands from commercial use, assigns joint management to the Secretaries of Interior and Commerce, prohibits commercial fishing while allowing limited noncommercial and traditional indigenous fishing, and initiates incorporation of marine areas into the Fagatele Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
To Extend Duty-Free Treatment for Certain Agricultural Products of Israel and for Other Purposes
This proclamation extends duty-free treatment for specified Israeli agricultural products through December 31, 2009, implements accelerated duty elimination for certain Chilean goods under the USCFTA, and modifies rules of origin for Australian viscose rayon yarns under the USAFTA, all by amending the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.
To Implement The United States-Oman Free Trade Agreement
This proclamation implements the U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement by modifying the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to establish preferential tariff treatment, rules of origin, and tariff-rate quotas for Omani goods. It delegates authority to the Secretary of Commerce to create an administrative office for dispute panels and to CITA for textile/apparel enforcement and safeguard actions, while removing Oman from the Generalized System of Preferences.
To Implement the Dominican Republic-Central America- United States Free Trade Agreement With Respect to Costa Rica and for Other Purposes
This proclamation implements the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) with respect to Costa Rica, modifying the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to provide preferential tariff treatment, remove Costa Rica from GSP and Caribbean Basin trade preference programs, and make technical corrections to pharmaceutical tariffs. The changes generally take effect January 1, 2009, with some provisions effective on dates specified in annexes.
MemoMemorandum
9 shownDesignation of Officers of the National Aeronautics And Space Administration To Act as Administrator
This memorandum establishes the order of succession for acting NASA Administrator when both the Administrator and Deputy Administrator are unable to serve, listing five NASA officials in priority order. It is a routine internal management document issued under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998.
Designation of Officers to Act as President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation
This memorandum establishes the order of succession for who will act as President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) if the incumbent dies, resigns, or becomes unable to serve. It lists five OPIC officials in priority order and includes standard exceptions for acting officials and Federal Vacancies Reform Act eligibility.
Provision of Aviation Insurance Coverage for Commercial Air Carrier Service in Domestic and International Operations
This memorandum extends federal aviation insurance coverage for U.S.-flag commercial air carriers through August 31, 2009, authorizing the Secretary of Transportation to provide insurance or reinsurance when commercial coverage is unavailable on reasonable terms. The President delegates authority to the Secretary to extend the program in additional periods as needed. The directive requires immediate notification to all air carriers and Federal Register publication.
Assignment of Reporting Function Under Section 14(b) of the Tom Lantos Block Burmese Junta's Anti- Democratic Efforts (JADE) Act of 2008
This memorandum delegates to the Secretary of State the presidential reporting function under Section 14(b) of the JADE Act of 2008, which concerns blocking Burmese junta anti-democratic efforts. The Secretary is directed to publish the memorandum in the Federal Register.
Designation of Officers of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation To Act As Director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation
This memorandum establishes an order of succession for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), specifying which officials will act as Director if the position becomes vacant due to death, resignation, or incapacity. It designates four PBGC officers in priority order and includes exceptions for acting officials and eligibility requirements under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act.
Designation of Officers of the United States Agency for International Development To Act As Administrator
This memorandum establishes a line of succession for acting USAID Administrator, specifying that Assistant Administrators for the agency's bureaus will act as Administrator in order of their appointment if both the Administrator and Deputy Administrator are unable to serve. It supersedes a 2002 memorandum and preserves presidential discretion to depart from this order.
Provision of Marine War Risk Insurance Coverage
This memorandum approves the provision of U.S. government-backed marine war risk insurance for vessels operating in the Black Sea for 90 days when private insurance is unavailable on reasonable terms. It delegates authority to the Secretary of Transportation, requires consultation with the Secretary of State and OMB for large exposures, and mandates immediate notification to U.S.-flag vessel operators and Federal Register publication.
Assignment of Functions Under Section 1265 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181)
President George W. Bush assigned to the Secretary of State the reporting function that section 1265 of the FY2008 NDAA had conferred upon the President. The Secretary of State is directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.
DetDetermination
10 shownEligibility of the Southern African Development Community to Receive Defense Articles and Defense Services under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as Amended, and the Arms Export Control Act, as Amended
President Bush determined that providing defense articles and services to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) would strengthen U.S. security and promote world peace, making SADC eligible under the Foreign Assistance Act and Arms Export Control Act. The Secretary of State was directed to transmit this determination to Congress and arrange for Federal Register publication.
Waiving the Prohibition on the Use of Economic Support Funds with Respect to Various Parties to the Rome Statute Establishing the International Criminal Court
President George W. Bush waived a congressional prohibition on providing Economic Support Funds to 17 countries that are parties to the Rome Statute establishing the International Criminal Court. The waiver was issued under section 671(b) of a 2008 appropriations act, citing U.S. national interests.
Limited Waiver of Certain Sanctions Imposed by, and Delegation of Certain Authorities Pursuant to, the Tom Lantos Block Burmese JADE (Junta's Anti-Democratic Efforts) Act of 2008
President George W. Bush waived certain JADE Act sanctions against Burmese persons not already on Treasury's Specially Designated Nationals list, and delegated waiver authority to the Secretary of the Treasury to allow more flexible targeting of the Burmese military regime. The determination also authorized the Secretary of State to make required congressional submissions.
Proposed Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Arab Emirates Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
President Bush approved a proposed nuclear cooperation agreement with the United Arab Emirates under Section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act, finding it would promote 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.
Waiver of Reimbursement Under the United Nations Participation Act to Support the United Nations/African Union Mission in Darfur
President George W. Bush waived reimbursement requirements under the United Nations Participation Act to allow U.S. assistance for airlifting equipment to the UN/African Union peacekeeping mission in Darfur, citing U.S. security interests. The Secretary of State was directed to report this determination to Congress and arrange Federal Register publication.
Unexpected Urgent Humanitarian Needs Related to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda
President George W. Bush authorized up to $6 million from the Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund to address urgent humanitarian needs of Congolese refugees and internally displaced persons, with funds directed to international organizations, NGOs, and State Department administrative costs. The Secretary of State was delegated authority to set terms and conditions for this assistance.
Suspension of Limitations Under the Jerusalem Embassy Act
President George W. Bush suspended for six months the statutory requirements of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 that would have mandated moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and withholding State Department funds for embassy operations. This was the latest in a series of recurring six-month suspensions by multiple administrations since 1995.
Proposed Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America And the Government of the United Arab Emirates Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
President Bush approved a proposed nuclear cooperation agreement with the United Arab Emirates under Section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act, finding it promotes U.S. common defense and security without unreasonable risk. The Secretary of State was authorized to execute the agreement and publish this determination in the Federal Register.
NoticeNotice
6 shownContinuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels
President George W. Bush continued a national emergency regarding Cuba originally declared in 1996 after Cuba shot down two U.S. civilian aircraft, and expanded in 2004 to include economic measures against the Cuban government. The continuation extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement around Cuba for another year under the National Emergencies Act.
Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten to Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process
President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This routine continuation maintains existing sanctions and authorities against designated individuals and entities, including those added in 1998 such as Usama bin Laden.
Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Weapons of Mass Destruction
President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 12938 regarding weapons of mass destruction proliferation, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This annual extension maintains sanctions and authorities related to countering nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons proliferation.
Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran
President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran that was originally declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170. The continuation is justified by ongoing abnormal relations with Iran and the incomplete implementation of the January 19, 1981, Algiers Accords agreements.
Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to Sudan
This notice continues for one year a national emergency regarding Sudan originally declared in 1997 and expanded in 2006, maintaining sanctions authority and blocking measures related to the Sudanese government and Darfur conflict. The continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act because the threat determination remains unchanged. No new policy measures are imposed.
Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413 regarding the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, maintaining sanctions blocking property of certain persons contributing to the conflict. This annual continuation is required by the National Emergencies Act to keep the emergency measures in effect beyond their statutory expiration date.