Climate change presents intensifying physical risks across the Nation. In addition, the global shift away from carbon-intensive energy sources and industrial processes presents transition risks to workers, firms, and communities. Both physical and transition risks will have consequences for the economy, society, and overall well-being. The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to sound financial and fiscal…
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Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the 2023 Military Spouse Employment Partnership New Partner Induction Ceremony
Alexandria, VA *** Thank you, Eddy, for that introduction, and for all you do for the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. In March 2021, in one of his first department-wide memos, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin laid out three priorities for his term. Number one: Defend the nation. Number two: Take care of our people. And number…
Remarks by President Biden at the White House Tribal Nations Summit
Department of the InteriorWashington, D.C. 2:11 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. Thank you, Assistant Secretary Newland, for that introduction. Please be seated. (Laughter.) And thanks for — thanks for all the Tribal leaders here. I want to say how much I appreciate your efforts for being here. You know, we’re grateful that you…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Unveils Critical Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of Artificial Intelligence
Since taking office, President Biden, Vice President Harris, and the entire Biden-Harris Administration have moved with urgency to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to spur innovation and advance opportunity, while also taking action to ensure workers share in these gains. As part of these efforts, President Biden’s landmark Executive Order on the Safe,…
Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Ukraine
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Initiative to Bolster Cybersecurity of U.S. Ports
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration will issue an Executive Order to bolster the security of the nation’s ports, alongside a series of additional actions that will strengthen maritime cybersecurity, fortify our supply chains and strengthen the United States industrial base. The Administration will also announce its intent to bring domestic onshore manufacturing capacity back to America…
Executive Order on 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…
FACT SHEET: President Biden Signs Executive Order to Ensure Robust Reviews of Evolving National Security Risks by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States
First-Ever Presidential Directive Defining Additional National Security Factors for CFIUS to Consider in Evaluating Transactions The United States’ commitment to open investment is a cornerstone of our economic policy, benefits the millions of American workers employed by foreign firms operating in the United States, and helps to maintain our economic and technological edge. However, the…
Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials on the President’s New Digital Assets Executive Order
Via Teleconference (March 8, 2022) 6:21 P.M. EST MODERATOR: Good evening, everyone. Thank you for joining today’s press call to discuss President Biden’s new executive order on ensuring responsible innovation in digital assets. As a reminder, this call will be on background, attributed to a senior administration official, and the contents of this…
FACT SHEET: President Biden to Sign Executive Order on Ensuring Responsible Development of Digital Assets
Outlines First Whole-of-Government Strategy to Protect Consumers, Financial Stability, National Security, and Address Climate Risks Digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, have seen explosive growth in recent years, surpassing a $3 trillion market cap last November and up from $14 billion just five years prior. Surveys suggest that around 16 percent of adult Americans – approximately 40…
