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 that the emergency is…
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Joining Forces: A Look Back at 2023
By Sheila Casey, Executive Director of Joining Forces As we begin a new year, we reflect on Joining Forces’ continuing efforts to support military and veteran families, caregivers, and survivors. In 2023, First Lady Jill Biden visited 10 military installations and worked with Joining Forces partners on more than 40 engagements for our military-connected community. Throughout the…
Strengthening Our Regulatory System for the 21st Century
By OIRA Administrator Richard L. Revesz To meet the challenges and opportunities ahead of us, our country needs an efficient, modern regulatory system that delivers for the American people. Effective regulation can provide critical benefits to the public such as clean air and water, reliable transportation, consumer protection, employment protections, and a stronger economy. But…
Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad
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 is to continue in effect beyond…
Promoting Public Engagement in OIRA’s Regulatory Review Process
By Sam Berger, Associate Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs Today, the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) is issuing guidance to promote greater public engagement in OIRA’s regulatory review process. The guidance is being issued after receiving input from members of the public through a comment process and listening session.…
Readout of White House Roundtable on Improving Job Opportunities for Communities Affected by Gun Violence
On Wednesday, February 28, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff, the Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) and the Department of Labor (DOL) hosted a roundtable on improving job opportunities for communities affected by gun violence and discuss the connection between workforce development and violence intervention and prevention. During the roundtable, DOL discussed its Growth Opportunities Program,…
Advancing Equity and Racial Justice Through the Federal Government
“It is therefore the policy of my Administration that the Federal Government should pursue a comprehensive approach to advancing equity for all, including people of color and others who have been historically underserved, marginalized, and adversely affected by persistent poverty and inequality. Affirmatively advancing equity, civil rights, racial justice, and equal opportunity is the responsibility…
Readout of Meeting with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Professional Non-Profit Theater Coalition on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Commitment to the Arts and Humanities
Last week, Senior Advisor to the President and Director of the Office of Public Engagement Stephen Benjamin, Domestic Policy Council Director Neera Tanden, Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young, National Economic Council Director Lael Brainard, Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, and National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chair Maria Rosario Jackson met with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Professional Non-Profit Theater Coalition. This…
Climate Change and Environmental Injustice as Social Determinants of Health
By Erica Kimmerling, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, Assistant Director for Community Driven Health The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to improving the health and well-being of all Americans. To enable all people to lead full and healthy lives within their communities, the social and environmental factors that impact health outcomes must be…
Executive Order on the Designation to Exercise Authority Over the National Defense Stockpile
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Strategic and Critical Materials Stock Piling Act, as amended (50 U.S.C. 98 et seq.), section 1413 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112-239), and section 301 of…
