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The memorandum, issued by the President, seeks to maximize the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) assistance in responding to COVID-19. It orders FEMA to cover 100% of costs for eligible COVID-19 emergency protective measures under the Public Assistance Category B from January 21, 2021, to September 30, 2021. This includes certain measures authorized by a previous memorandum, as well as other measures carried out from January 20, 2020, to January 20, 2021. The document also confirms that it doesn't change any existing legal authority or create new legal rights for enforcement.

The Presidential Memorandum outlines the order of succession for officials in the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to act as Administrator if the current Administrator is unable to perform their duties. It lists the Deputy Administrator for Management and Resources, Deputy Administrator for Policy and Programming, and Assistant Administrators by appointment order or alphabetical order if appointed on the same day. The document specifies that individuals acting in these roles cannot act as Administrator and asserts the President's discretion to make changes. It also revokes a previous memorandum from 2008 and includes general provisions about the implementation and limitations of this order.

In response to a Presidential Memorandum issued on January 20, 2025, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) is delaying the effective dates of two regulatory program amendments in Wyoming and Montana. These amendments were initially published in January 2025 and were set to take effect soon. The Wyoming amendment addresses the disposal of wind turbine blades and towers in surface coal mining sites, while the Montana amendment deals with definitions and permit requirements related to environmental regulations. The delay is meant to provide time for further review and consideration without public input, as seeking such input would be impractical given the time constraints.

The presidential memorandum addresses the issue of Federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Historically recognized by North Carolina and under an act signed by President Eisenhower, the Lumbee Tribe has been acknowledged but not granted Federal benefits. With over 55,000 members today, the Lumbee Tribe is one of the largest in the United States. The memorandum directs the Secretary of the Interior to create a plan within 90 days to help the Lumbee Tribe achieve full Federal recognition, allowing them to access Federal benefits, through legislative or other legal pathways.

The Department of Interior is delaying the effective date of a final rule regarding the Federal acknowledgment process for American Indian tribes. Originally set for February 14, 2025, the new effective date is now March 21, 2025. This change follows a Presidential Memorandum ordering a freeze on certain regulations to allow for further review. The rule introduces a process called "re-petition authorization," enabling tribes previously denied acknowledgment the chance to reapply, under specific conditions.

The Presidential Memorandum extends federal support to states in their use of the National Guard to combat COVID-19. It ensures that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will cover all costs related to the National Guard's mission assignments for pandemic response until September 30, 2021. Additionally, FEMA will provide 100% funding for emergency protective measures needed to safely operate schools, healthcare facilities, and other institutions. FEMA is also tasked with expediting reimbursements and potentially advancing funds for approved emergency work projects.

The President of the United States has issued a memorandum that delegates authority to the Secretary of State. This authority allows the Secretary to decide if providing up to $35 million in aid to Ukraine is important for U.S. security interests, bypassing certain laws. This delegation is made under section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The memorandum will be published in the Federal Register.

The General Services Administration (GSA) is delaying the start of certain regulation changes, which were initially published on December 27, 2024, and planned to take effect in January 2025. This 60-day postponement ensures compliance with a Presidential Memorandum issued by President Donald J. Trump, which called for a regulatory freeze pending review. The regulation updates will now become effective on March 27, 2025.

The Presidential Memorandum titled “Federal Recognition of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina” has been published. This memorandum directs the Secretary of the Interior to assist the Lumbee Tribe in obtaining full federal recognition, including access to federal benefits. The Secretary must submit a plan within 90 days, considering legal pathways such as congressional acts or judicial actions. The memorandum emphasizes the significance of the Lumbee Tribe and the U.S. policy to support their full federal recognition.

In a memorandum dated January 6, 2025, the President of the United States directed the withdrawal of certain areas in the Northern Bering Sea Climate Resilience Area from being available for oil and natural gas leasing. This decision aims to protect marine and coastal environments, considering the area's vulnerability to oil spills and the urgent need to address climate change. The withdrawal affects specific regions but does not impact existing leases or previous withdrawals made under different executive orders. The memorandum emphasizes being responsible stewards of the environment while trying to build resilience against climate change.