By the authority vested in him as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, Donald J. Trump has issued an order aimed at increasing efficiency within the Office of the Federal Register. The initiative is part of a broader deregulatory agenda intended to alleviate what he describes as "the heavy burden of Federal regulations accumulated over decades."
The President emphasized that while deciding which regulations to eliminate can be complex, the administrative process for removing them should be straightforward. However, he noted that it currently is not, citing delays in publication by the Office of the Federal Register. These delays are seen as hindering his Administration's goals and wasting taxpayer money.
To address these issues, several steps have been outlined. The Archivist of the United States is directed to collaborate with the Director of the Government Publishing Office to reduce publication delays by modernizing computer systems and cutting unnecessary bureaucracy. Within 15 days from this order's date, a report on average publication times for various document categories must be submitted to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Additionally, within 45 days, a review of fee schedules for publishing in the Federal Register will be conducted to ensure they reflect actual costs and account for efficiencies achieved through this order. A second report detailing average publication times between July 15 and August 15, 2025, is due by August 22.
The order also clarifies that it should not interfere with existing legal authorities or functions related to budgetary or legislative proposals. It specifies that implementation must comply with applicable law and available appropriations.
Finally, it states that no rights or benefits are created by this order enforceable against any U.S. entity or individual.
Donald J. Trump signed this directive at The White House on May 9, 2025.
