New Executive Orders

Closes federal agencies for a half-day on Christmas Eve 2015.

Imposes sanctions on individuals contributing to the conflict in Burundi.

Ends the national emergency related to former Liberian President Charles Taylor.

Creates a board to investigate labor disputes for New Jersey Transit Rail.

Updates the rules for awarding the National Security Medal.

Continues the operation of numerous federal advisory committees for two years.

Uses behavioral science to improve how government programs serve the public.

Requires paid sick leave for employees of companies that work for the government.

Gives the International Renewable Energy Agency special legal status in the U.S.

Establishes a program to bring technology and innovation experts into government.