Nearly two dozen tribes across the country have said that projects totaling $350 million have been halted due to funding suspensions. Projects include home renovations for energy efficiency, community center construction, flood control, and other climate-related improvements.

The order directs federal agencies, specifically the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of the Army, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, to implement measures to prevent the spread of invasive carp in the Great Lakes Basin. This includes supporting the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a joint project involving the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the States of Illinois and Michigan, designed to prevent invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes. The federal government has allocated $274 million for this project and urges Illinois to acquire the necessary land to begin construction by July 1, 2025.

The order directs federal agencies to revitalize the U.S. nuclear energy industrial base. The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Transportation, and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, is instructed to prepare a report with recommendations for supporting the management of spent nuclear fuel, developing advanced fuel cycle capabilities, and expanding domestic uranium conversion and enrichment capabilities. The order also emphasizes the need to secure civil nuclear supply chains and improve the efficiency of advanced nuclear reactors.

The president posted on his social network that he had OK'd Nippon Steel's purchase/merger/partnership with U.S. Steel. Trump wrote that the deal would bring $14 billion to the economy and 70,000 jobs. The NY Times notes that U.S. Steel presently employs 22,000 people. President Biden had blocked an earlier effort by Nippon Steel to buy the steelmaker.

The order directs federal agencies to update regulations and standards to facilitate supersonic flight over land. Specifically, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is instructed to repeal the prohibition on overland supersonic flight and establish an interim noise-based certification standard within 180 days. The FAA is also directed to issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to establish a standard for supersonic aircraft noise certification within 18 months. The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is tasked with coordinating supersonic research and development, and the Secretary of Transportation is directed to engage international organizations to align global supersonic regulatory approaches.

The order directs Green Corridors, LLC to construct, maintain, and operate a commercial elevated guideway border crossing near Laredo, Texas, at the international boundary between the United States and Mexico. The construction, maintenance, and operation of the border facilities must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including environmental ones. The permit is also subject to inspection by appropriate federal, state, and local agencies. [Editor's note: Presidential permits are required for the construction of all cross-border infrastructure projects.]

The order directs the City of Laredo, Texas, to expand and continue to maintain a vehicular border crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge Land Port of Entry. This includes the construction of two new 4-lane spans for commercial traffic parallel to the existing bridge. The city is also required to comply with all federal laws and regulations regarding the construction, maintenance, and operation of the border facilities, and to take measures to mitigate any adverse environmental impacts.

The order directs the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to expand and continue to maintain and operate a vehicular and pedestrian crossing at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry. This includes the construction of six vehicle lanes in a second span adjacent to the existing bridge. The permittee is required to comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations, mitigate any adverse environmental impacts, and obtain all necessary permits and authorizations prior to commencing construction.

The order directs Junction Pipeline Company, LLC to construct, connect, operate, and maintain pipeline facilities at Toole County, Montana, at the international boundary between the United States and Canada. This permit allows for the import from Canada into the United States of various crude oil and petroleum products, but not natural gas. The facilities are subject to all relevant laws and regulations, including pipeline safety laws and regulations issued or administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. The permit also includes conditions related to potential changes, inspections, and removal of the facilities.

The order directs United States forces to conduct a precision strike against three nuclear facilities in Iran, which are reportedly used for nuclear weapons development. The strike was conducted in a way to minimize casualties and deter future attacks, without the use of US ground forces. The action was taken under the President's constitutional authority as Commander in Chief and Chief Executive, and the United States may take further action if necessary to address threats or attacks. [Editor's Note: There's been a mixup on the White House website. The source link formerly led to the text of the letter the president sent to Congress justifying his decision to attack Iran's nuclear bomb making facilities See here. That is what has been summarized here. Meanwhile, the post for the letter is absent from the White House website. And weirdly, the copy at the letter URL describes the Presidential Permit described in the headline.]

The order directs Steel Reef US Pipelines LLC to operate and maintain existing pipeline facilities at the international boundary between the United States and Canada in Burke County, North Dakota. This permit allows for the export of natural gas liquids from the U.S. into Canada, excluding natural gas under section 3 of the Natural Gas Act. The facilities include an 8.625-inch diameter pipeline and associated structures and equipment. The order also stipulates that the operation and maintenance of these facilities are subject to all applicable laws and regulations, including pipeline safety laws administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

The order directs federal agencies to streamline the funding process for energy infrastructure and critical mineral and material projects. This includes sharing information on funding applications and commitments among agencies, particularly with the Chair of the National Energy Dominance Council. The directive also mandates the development of a common application for federal funding opportunities related to these projects within 180 days, allowing applicants to apply simultaneously to multiple federal programs. The goal is to facilitate faster, more strategic investment decisions and reduce duplicative processes.

The order directs federal agencies to increase entry fees for foreign tourists at national parks, while improving affordability for U.S. residents. The Secretary of the Interior is instructed to develop a strategy to increase revenue and improve the recreational experience at national parks. The increased revenue from the higher fees is to be used to improve the infrastructure of, or enhance enjoyment of or access to, America’s Federal recreational areas. The Secretary of the Interior, along with the Secretary of State, is also directed to encourage international tourism to America’s national parks.

The order directs federal agencies to expedite the permitting process for large-scale data center infrastructure, specifically those projects requiring over 100 megawatts of new load and involving a minimum capital expenditure of $500 million. The order also encourages the use of federally owned land for data center development and instructs the Secretary of Commerce to launch an initiative offering financial support for these projects, potentially including loans, grants, tax incentives, and offtake agreements. It further revokes Executive Order 14141 and mandates efficient environmental reviews to facilitate construction of these projects.

The order directs federal agencies to enhance competition in the commercial space industry by streamlining commercial license and permit approvals for U.S.-based operators. The Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality, is instructed to expedite the Department of Transportation's environmental reviews for launch and reentry licenses and permits. The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Transportation, and the Administrator of NASA, is directed to conduct an evaluation of relevant states' compliance under the Coastal Zone Management Act and its impact on spaceport infrastructure development.

The order directs federal agencies to improve the design and usability of digital and physical services provided to the public through a national initiative called "America by Design". A new entity, the National Design Studio, will be established within the White House Office, along with a new position, the Chief Design Officer. This officer will consult with agency heads to implement the initiative, with initial results expected by July 4, 2026. The initiative aims to reduce duplicative design costs, standardize design to enhance public trust, and improve the quality of experiences offered to the public.

The order directs Cameron County, Texas to construct, maintain, and operate a pedestrian crossing at the Gateway International Bridge Land Port of Entry, located on the U.S. border with Mexico in Brownsville, Texas. The construction, maintenance, and operation of the border facilities must comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations. Additionally, the permittee is responsible for taking appropriate measures to mitigate adverse environmental impacts associated with the construction, maintenance, and operation of the border facilities.

The order directs federal agencies to update policies guiding federal architecture, emphasizing a preference for traditional and classical architecture for applicable federal public buildings. The General Services Administration (GSA) is tasked with ensuring new construction and renovations of federal buildings, including courthouses, agency headquarters, and buildings in the National Capital Region, uplift and beautify public spaces, inspire the human spirit, and command public respect. For buildings in the District of Columbia, classical architecture is designated as the default style. The order also mandates that when buildings diverge from the preferred architecture, they should still convey the dignity and stability of America's system of self-government.

The order directs federal agencies to promptly issue necessary authorizations for the establishment of the Ambler Road Project, an initiative of the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA). This decision follows an appeal made by AIDEA under section 1106(a) of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA). The specifics of these authorizations are detailed in a separate Statement of Reasons.

The order directs the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Transportation to designate a route for an INDYCAR street race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, in Washington, D.C. within 14 days. The route should showcase the city and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence. The secretaries are also instructed to expedite all necessary permits and approvals for the event, and ensure that roads, trails, or bridges used for the race are properly maintained.

The order directs federal agencies to grant Bakken Pipeline Company LP a Presidential permit to construct, connect, operate, and maintain a 24-inch diameter pipeline Border facility at the international boundary near Portal, North Dakota, extending to the first mainline shut-off valve or pumping station within one mile of the border for transport of crude oil and petroleum products (excluding natural gas covered by the Natural Gas Act). The permit subjects the Border facilities to all applicable U.S. laws and regulations, requires Presidential approval for substantial changes to location or operation (while allowing adjustments to average daily throughput and flow direction), and imposes specified conditions and compliance requirements on the permittee.

The order directs federal agencies to grant Bakken Pipeline Company LP a Presidential permit to operate and maintain existing 12‑inch diameter pipeline border facilities near Portal, Burke County, North Dakota, allowing transport of crude oil and petroleum products (including naphtha, LPG, natural gas liquids, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel) between the United States and Canada while excluding natural gas under the Natural Gas Act. It revokes the prior April 8, 1996 permit, subjects the border facilities and their operation to applicable U.S. laws and regulations, and requires presidential approval for any substantial changes to the facilities or their authorized operation.

The order directs federal agencies to grant Enbridge Pipelines (Southern Lights) L.L.C. a Presidential permit to operate and maintain existing pipeline Border facilities at Neche, Pembina County, North Dakota, allowing transport of crude oil and all petroleum products (including naphtha, LPG, natural gas liquids, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel) across the U.S.–Canada border, but excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. The permit supersedes the June 10, 2008 permit, defines the Border facilities as a 20-inch pipeline extending approximately 3 miles into the United States to the first mainline shut-off

The order directs federal agencies to treat grid infrastructure and associated supply chains—such as transformers, transmission lines and conductors, substations, high‑voltage circuit breakers, power control electronics, protective relay systems, capacitor banks, electrical core steel, related raw materials, and manufacturing tools—as industrial resources essential to national defense under section 303 of the Defense Production Act. It instructs the Secretary of Energy and other appropriate agencies to use authorities under that Act to support purchases, purchase commitments, and financial assistance to expand domestic production capacity and shorten procurement timelines because current domestic capacity is limited, production lead times are long, and reliance on imports creates vulnerabilities.

The order directs federal agencies to grant Bridger Pipeline Expansion LLC a Presidential permit to construct, connect, operate, and maintain 36-inch pipeline border facilities at the international boundary in Phillips County, Montana, for transporting crude oil and petroleum products (including naphtha, LPG, natural gas liquids, jet fuel, gasoline, kerosene, and diesel) between the United States and Canada, excluding natural gas subject to the Natural Gas Act. The permit limits the U.S. “Border facilities” to the pipeline segment from the border to the first mainline shut-off valve or pumping station within 2,000 feet, subjects operations to applicable federal laws and permit conditions