US Policy Watch: Tracking Trump Administration Impacts

US POLICY WATCH

TRACKING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IMPACTS

We’re here to help you stay ahead of US law and policy changes, executive orders, and strategic shifts under the current administration. This includes timely legal analysis and proactive guidance across key sectors.

Check back regularly for a curated collection of articles, webinars, and commentary aimed at helping you understand the implications of changing policies and laws and prepare for an evolving regulatory landscape.

INSIGHTS

FAQs & CHECKLISTS

What did President Trump’s executive order on gender-affirming care do?

President Trump issued an executive order that requires the US Department of Health and Human Services, the US Department of Justice, and other agencies to begin reviewing and promulgating specific actions to eliminate gender-affirming care for individuals under the age of 19. The executive order does not immediately require providers to pause or suspend the provision of gender-affirming care to individuals under the age of 19.

If you represent a medical institution and have additional questions about this executive order, please fill out the form to access and review our full set of Gender-Affirming Care FAQs or contact Travis Jackson, Gregory Fosheim, or Kristen O’Brien.

President Trump issued several executive orders eliminating DEI programs within the federal government. One of those orders, “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” requires the termination of all discriminatory and illegal preferences, mandates, policies, programs, activities, guidance, regulations, enforcement actions, consent orders, and requirements. It signals a longer-term effort to regulate DEI and requires federal agencies to report specific steps to deter DEI programs that constitute illegal discrimination or preferences.

This set of frequently asked questions is intended to help employers and federal contractors evaluate and navigate this executive orders. If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Rachel Cowen, Stephania Sanon, or Tara Ward.

This checklist outlines what to do if you receive an order directing you to stop or suspend work under – or terminating or threatening to terminate – a grant, cooperative agreement, loan, loan guarantee, or other federal financial assistance subject to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), 2 C.F.R. part 200, and agency supplements to the Uniform Guidance. The checklist can also be used by organizations and individuals that receive an order as a subrecipient or contractor, or in connection with an agreement that incorporates the Uniform Guidance by reference.

If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Daniel Graham or Tara Ward.

McDERMOTT+

Health Policy: First 100 Days

As President Trump and the Republican-led 119th Congress transition into power, it is crucial to stay ahead of health policy changes and strategic shifts that may impact operations.

This curated collection of timely resources from McDermott+ will help you understand the implications of changes made during the first 100 days of the new administration.

EVENTS & WEBINARS

Learn how the administration’s effort to eliminate DEI programs creates False Claims Act (FCA) risks for federal contractors and grantees.

Gain insight from our lawyers on the implications of President Trump’s executive orders rolling back DEI and accessibility initiatives. Plus, unpack his administration’s immigration agenda.

Discover insights and analysis from experienced white-collar practitioners on SEC defense, antitrust, and financial institutions about what to expect from the Trump administration’s regulatory approach and how to prepare for it.

COVERAGE

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