While consolidation and merging is good for business, it is harmful for consumers because the lack of competition drives up prices. In particular, this is damaging for healthcare as health systems, doctor groups and insurers continue to consolidate. Consolidation is increasing costs, harming patient outcomes and reducing the choices that people have for their healthcare. There is an incentive for decisionmakers to work to control the market and also set higher prices. Similar impacts may also play out in other markets such as consumer products and agriculture. Higher costs always disproportionately affect low-income families who must pay out a greater percentage of their income to secure what’s needed.
Executive Office of the President - White House Office
A directive issued by the President that manages operations of the federal government. Executive orders have the force of law but must align with existing statutes and constitutional authority.
Who It Impacts: Federal agencies and employees, directing them on how to implement laws or carry out government functions. Executive orders can also influence businesses and individuals when they relate to issues like immigration, trade, or labor policies.
Who Is Not Impacted: Private citizens and businesses do not have to directly follow an executive order unless it leads to regulations or policies that apply to them. For example, an executive order directing federal agencies to increase renewable energy use does not mandate action from private companies, but it may influence policy shifts that eventually affect them.
Date Enacted
August 13, 2025
Last Updated
December 10, 2025
Policy Type
Food & Nutrition
Healthcare Coverage
Healthcare Delivery, Services & Quality
Children and Families
Summary
This executive order revokes EO 14036 (Promoting Competition in the American Economy), which was designed to encourage fair competition and prohibit monopolization. Through revocation, Executive Order 14337 makes it easier for companies to consolidate and reduces competition in the marketplace.
Impact Analysis
Legal Challenges
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Take Institutional Action
- Support food banks, food pantries, free stores, and other initiatives designed to ensure low-income households have basic necessities so that they may stretch their budgets. This may be financial support, in-kind donations, volunteering or raising awareness.
- Distribute information to low-income communities on local food banks, food pantries, free stores, and other places to get basic needs met.
- Support organizations, such as UpTogether, that provide direct cash assistance which may be able to alleviate financial strain on low-income households, which may result from this Executive Order.
Associated or Derivative Policies
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