WHITE-HOUSE

EO Eases Mortgage Lending Rules to Reduce Costs and Expand Access

President Trump signed an Executive Order directing federal agencies to reduce regulatory burdens on mortgage lending. The order aims to lower costs, expand access for creditworthy borrowers, and increase community bank participation by modernizing rules for the CFPB, federal banking regulators, and appraisal requirements.

Executive Order on Combating Fraudulent 'Made in America' Claims

President Trump signed an Executive Order to combat fraudulent 'Made in America' claims. The order directs the FTC to prioritize enforcement and agencies to consider new regulations and guidance for country-of-origin labeling, and review government acquisition contracts.

Executive Order on Removing Regulatory Barriers to Home Construction

President Trump signed an Executive Order on March 13, 2026, aimed at reducing regulatory barriers to affordable home construction. The order directs federal agencies to review and revise permitting requirements, eliminate burdensome rules, and provide incentives for local governments to adopt best practices that speed up construction and lower costs.

State Department Updates HAVANA Act Implementation Rules

The Department of State has updated the implementation rules for the HAVANA Act of 2021. These amendments, published in the Federal Register, are effective immediately upon publication. The changes are related to the implementation of the Act as updated by the NDAA 2026.

State Department Terrorist Designation of Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood

The Department of State has announced the designation of the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). This action imposes sanctions and restrictions on the designated entity.

Delegation of Authority for Executive Order 14163 and Presidential Proclamations

The Department of State has issued a notice delegating authority related to Executive Order 14163 and Presidential Proclamation 10998, which restricts the entry of foreign nationals. This notice clarifies internal agency responsibilities for implementing these executive actions.

Executive Order on Removing Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Home Construction

President Biden issued an Executive Order directing federal agencies to review and revise regulations that create barriers to affordable home construction. The order targets environmental, energy, and housing finance regulations to streamline processes and reduce costs for builders and homeowners.

Executive Order on Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit

President Biden issued an Executive Order aimed at promoting mortgage credit access by reducing regulatory burdens on smaller banks. The order directs agencies like the CFPB and Federal Reserve to consider reforms to Ability-to-Repay and Qualified Mortgage rules, potentially easing compliance for banks with under $100 billion in assets.

Executive Order Adjusts Defense Production Act Delegations

This Executive Order amends Executive Order 13603, adjusting delegations of authority under the Defense Production Act. It clarifies the roles of the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Energy, allowing them to exercise delegated authority independently. The order also clarifies agency recommendation procedures under Executive Order 14156.

Executive Order on Truthful "Made in America" Product Advertising

President Biden issued an Executive Order directing the FTC to prioritize enforcement against false "Made in America" claims and consider regulations for online marketplaces. The order also requires agencies to review and verify American-origin claims for government procurement contracts.