EO 14215

Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies

Government ReformEconomy & TradeNational Security

Summary

This executive order directs all federal agencies, including independent regulatory agencies, to submit proposed and final significant regulatory actions to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for presidential review before publication. It establishes performance standards for agency leadership and asserts that the President has supervisory control over the entire executive branch, including agencies previously considered independent.

Key Points

  • 1Independent regulatory agencies must now submit all significant proposed and final regulations to OIRA for presidential review before publication in the Federal Register
  • 2The order applies broadly to executive departments and independent agencies but excludes the Federal Reserve's monetary policy functions
  • 3The Director of OMB will establish performance standards and management objectives for independent agency heads and report on their performance to the President
  • 4Implementation guidance must be provided within 60 days, with agency submissions to commence within 60 days or upon completion of guidance

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.