Economic Empowerment of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
May 16, 2019
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: May 13, 2019
Published on: May 16, 2019
May 16, 2019
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: May 13, 2019
Published on: May 16, 2019
Summary
Creates a group to help Asian American and Pacific Islander businesses and communities get more money and chances to succeed.
What problem does this solve?
Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and businesses face difficulties getting money and other help to grow. This order creates a special commission and a White House group to find ways to give them better access to these resources.
What does this order do?
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Establishes a new advisory commission
Creates the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders within the Department of Commerce to advise the President on economic issues affecting these communities.
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Creates a White House initiative
Forms the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, a group with members from many government agencies, to coordinate federal programs and improve economic access for AAPIs.
Defines the commission's mission
Directs the new commission to find ways to help AAPI businesses get more government contracts, encourage new businesses, and increase trade opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Appoints leadership for the initiative
Names the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Transportation as the Co-Chairs of the White House Initiative.
Replaces previous executive orders
This order supersedes and replaces Executive Order 13515 from 2009, which had a similar purpose, and a part of Executive Order 13811.
Who does this affect?
- Asian Americans
- Pacific Islanders
- AAPI-owned businesses
What is the real world impact?
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Supports economic growth for AAPI communities
Aims to address the challenges that Asian American and Pacific Islander businesses face in getting access to loans, government contracts, and other economic opportunities, helping them grow and create jobs.
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Builds political support
Creates a visible platform to engage with the fastest-growing ethnic group in the country. This can be seen as an effort to build goodwill and political support within these communities.
When does this start?
This order takes effect immediately, but includes a specific timeline for when the new commission will end.
Commission Termination Date
The President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders will end two years from May 13, 2019, unless the President decides to renew it.