Revocation of Federal Contracting Executive Orders
Mar 30, 2017
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: Mar 27, 2017
Published on: Mar 30, 2017
Mar 30, 2017
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: Mar 27, 2017
Published on: Mar 30, 2017
Summary
Removes three past executive orders and part of another that set rules for companies doing business with the federal government.
What problem does this solve?
Some believed that previous rules for companies working with the government were too difficult to follow. This order gets rid of those rules to make it easier for businesses to get government contracts.
What does this order do?
Cancels Three Previous Executive Orders
Revokes Executive Order 13673, section 3 of Executive Order 13683, and Executive Order 13738, which set rules for federal contractors.
Requires Agencies to Reconsider Related Rules
Directs all government departments to think about getting rid of any rules or policies that were based on the now-canceled executive orders.
Who does this affect?
- Federal contractors
- Employees of federal contractors
What is the real world impact?
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Reduces regulatory burdens on federal contractors
Aims to make it easier for companies to do business with the federal government by removing reporting requirements established by prior executive orders.
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Weakens worker protections
Removes rules that required companies to report labor law violations. Critics argue this could make it easier for companies with poor labor records to get government contracts, potentially harming workers.
When does this start?
This order takes effect immediately as of March 27, 2017.