This order has significant implications for government agencies responsible for carrying out previous executive actions from the Biden Administration, Revoking protections instated will minimize accountability for institutions and divert resources allocated to improving outcomes for marginalized populations. Failing to minimize health disparities and limiting access to services (e.g. housing, healthcare, privacy), issues which the rescinded orders aim to address, will have negative effects on American natural and built environments, community health and health care to individuals (e.g. LBGTQ+ people).
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
January 20, 2025
Last Updated
July 30, 2025
Policy Type
Climate
Healthcare Coverage
Housing
Justice System
Public Health
Immigrant Health
LGBTQI+ Health
Summary
This Executive Order rescinds 78 executive orders and memoranda issued under the Biden administration. The order revokes federal implementation of efforts related to racial justice, the LGBTQ+ community, climate change/environmental protections/sustainability, public health (e.g. COVID-19), immigration, social determinants of health (e.g., housing), cybersecurity/artificial intelligence, and public/social safety net benefits (e.g., Medicaid).
Impact Analysis
Legal Challenges
Tirrell v. Edelblut, No. 1:24-CV-00251 (D.N.H) (February 19, 2025)
Northern Alaska Environmental Center v. Trump (D. Alaska)
Take Institutional Action
- Reassess existing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Consider modifications or realignments that emphasize measurable outcomes while minimizing legal exposure.
- Provide training to staff and leadership regarding the evolving legal landscape surrounding DEI and related initiatives.
- Continue to promote inclusivity for all through approaches that align with current legal standards.
- Recognize that programs related to environmental policy, immigration, social determinants of health, and others may intersect with DEI efforts, even if not labeled as such. Develop strategies accordingly.
- Form local and state-wide coalitions to plan for concerted responses and efforts to serve communities while maintaining alignment with the current state of law.
- Review grants and contracts for alliances, programs, research questions that may conflict with the changing legal landscape.
Associated or Derivative Policies
EO 14236: Additional Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions
Policy Prior to 2025
Please refer to EO 14148 for a list of prior policies that are referenced for rescission and overarching prior policy to 2025.
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