Executive Actions Tracker

This EO directs the Secretary of the Treasury to determine within 5 days whether relief is authorized under 26 U.S.C. 7508A and, if so, to defer payment of diesel fuel excise taxes under 26 U.S.C. 4041(a)(1)(A) and 4041(b)(1)(B) incurred from October 5, 2026, through December 31, 2026, without penalties or interest. It also directs the IRS to announce, within 5 days, that it will not impose penalties under 26 U.S.C. 6715 for dyed diesel fuel sold for use or used on the highway during that period, and requires the Secretary to issue implementing guidance, explore avenues including legislation to forgive the deferred amounts, and assess IRS allocation of fuel inspection resources. The Secretary of Transportation, through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and the Secretary of Agriculture are directed to coordinate with states, industry, labor organizations, and agricultural stakeholders to facilitate implementation, and the Director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs is directed to encourage corresponding state action.

Clients in Transportation · Energy and Infrastructure · Food and Beverage

This executive order announces the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an INDYCAR street race to be held in Washington, D.C., near the National Mall in celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. It directs the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Transportation to designate a suitable race route within 14 days and to expedite all permits, approvals, and authorizations needed for the race, including possible treatment of the event as a "special event" under 36 C.F.R. 7.96(g). The Secretary of Transportation is directed to use available funds to facilitate the race and, through the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, to enable permitted use of unmanned aircraft systems for aerial photography, while both Secretaries, in coordination with the Mayor of Washington, D.C., must ensure roads, trails, and bridges on the course are properly maintained.

Clients in Sports · Transportation

This memorandum denies the Presidential Permit application submitted by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas on December 30, 2024, to construct, maintain, and operate a commercial and personally owned vehicle crossing on the U.S.-Mexico border in Eagle Pass, Texas. Acting under 33 U.S.C. 535d(d) and accepting the Secretary of State's recommendation, the President determined the project is not in the national interest and directs the Secretary of State to notify the Applicant of the decision.

Clients in Tribal and Native American Law · Transportation · Construction · Energy and Infrastructure

This EO directs enforcement of an English language requirement to operate a commercial motor vehicle. Further, Secretary of Transportation shall review state commercial driver’s licenses to evaluate any irregularities and validate authenticity.

Clients in Transportation