President Biden and Vice President Harris celebrate the diversity of cultures, breadth of achievement, and remarkable contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) communities, while also recognizing the systemic barriers to equity, justice, and opportunity that still put the American dream out of reach for far too many AA and…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Threat from Securities Investments that Finance Certain Companies of the People’s Republic of China
On November 12, 2020, by Executive Order 13959, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the threat from securities investments that finance certain companies…
Memorandum on Modernizing United States Spectrum Policy and Establishing a National Spectrum Strategy
MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES SUBJECT: Modernizing United States Spectrum Policy and Establishing a National Spectrum Strategy By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in order to meet the growing…
FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Reduce Gun Violence and Make Our Communities Safer
Today, in Monterey Park, California, President Biden will announce an Executive Order with the goal of increasing the number of background checks conducted before firearm sales, moving the U.S. as close to universal background checks as possible without additional legislation. The Executive Order will also keep more guns out of dangerous hands by increasing the…
A Proclamation on Older Americans Month, 2024
Older Americans have worked their whole lives to achieve the American Dream for their families and communities, making our Nation stronger and building a future of possibilities for new generations. This month, we celebrate their immense contributions to our country and stand firm in our efforts to ensure that every…
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equity and Opportunity for Latino Communities Across the Country
From the Latino business owners and workers who help fuel our nation’s economy to the barrier-breaking Latino leaders the President has appointed throughout the federal government, the Latino community has embodied the truth that our diversity is our strength as a Nation. This Hispanic Heritage Month, the Biden-Harris Administration continues to celebrate the remarkable achievements…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Secures Voluntary Commitments from Eight Additional Artificial Intelligence Companies to Manage the Risks Posed by AI
Builds on commitments from seven top AI companies secured by the Biden-Harris Administration in July Commitments are one immediate step and an important bridge to government action; Biden-Harris Administration is developing an Executive Order on AI to protect Americans’ rights and safety Since taking office, President Biden, Vice President Harris, and the entire Biden-Harris Administration…
Growing the Commitment to Public Service in the Technology Ecosystem
By Deirdre K. Mulligan, Principal Deputy US Chief Technology Officer Last fall, President Biden launched a National AI Talent Surge to recruit AI professionals and bring their experience, expertise, and vision into government. The goal of this talent surge is to execute on the bold priorities he set out in his executive order to promote…
Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction
On November 14, 1994, by Executive Order 12938, the President declared a national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States posed by the proliferation of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons (weapons of mass destruction) and the means of delivering…
Letter to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan
Dear Madam Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) 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 that the emergency…
