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By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and Every child deserves a safe and nurturing home where they can learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Adoption makes that possible by opening the door to stability and belonging for children who need a family. During National Adoption Month, we commend the parents whose love has changed lives and the children whose presence has completed families -- and we recommit to caring for the many children still waiting for the comfort and security of a permanent home.Adoption reflects the deep value our Nation places on family and abundant life. As President, I am committed to empowering families who answer the call to open their hearts and homes to children. Through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, I made the adoption tax credit more accessible and expanded the child tax credit, helping remove financial barriers to adopting and allowing families to save more of their income to care for their children. While adoption creates beautiful new beginnings, too many children in our foster care system still wait for a permanent home. During my first term, I took monumental action to strengthen America's foster care and adoption systems by signing into law the landmark Family First Prevention Services Act -- the most sweeping reform of Federal child welfare policy in decades. This law utilizes proven intervention methods to keep families intact and prevent unnecessary separation. This term, I remain firmly committed to continuing this vital work alongside First Lady Melania Trump. Just last week, I signed an Executive Order on Fostering the Future for American Children and Families, to harness Federal support, technology, and strategic partnerships to provide young Americans in, or transitioning out of, the foster-care system with the tools they need to become successful adults. This effort is strengthened by the leadership of the First Lady whose work continues to uplift and protect the well-being of America's children -- ensuring every child has greater access to a strong foundation for the future. This month, we recognize the profound truth that all children are a gift from God, worthy of love, care, and family. We honor the parents and families who welcome children into their homes and provide the stability and guidance every young person deserves. Above all, we commit to protecting children, supporting those who care for them, and strengthening the pillar of family across our great Nation. NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2025 as National Adoption Month throughout the United States. I encourage all Americans to observe this month by supporting children in need of a safe and loving home, uplifting the families who welcome them, and helping strengthen the bonds of family and community across our Nation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand thisseventeenth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fiftieth. DONALD J. TRUMP
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By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:
Section 1. Purpose and Policy. Farmers and truckers are essential to the American way of life. Restricted global diesel supply has led to rising prices, and these key industries have been particularly hard hit. While my Administration has already undertaken historic efforts to ensure fuel affordability for our citizens, it is clear that further temporary relief is necessary.
To that end, today I am directing the Secretary of the Treasury (Secretary) to use his authority to defer certain diesel fuel tax payment obligations and to provide penalty relief to the extent permitted by law. I am also directing the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Transportation to facilitate implementation of this policy. This targeted action will put money directly in the pocket of American farmers, truckers, and workers, to support their vital service to our Nation.
Sec. 2. Deferring Certain Payments of Excise Tax Liability and Providing Penalty Relief. (a) Within 5 days of the date of this order, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of War, as appropriate, shall determine whether relief is authorized under 26 U.S.C. 7508A, including whether a qualifying event has occurred and which taxpayers have been affected by that event. If the Secretary makes those determinations, the Secretary shall, to the extent authorized by law, defer payment by those taxpayers of the taxes imposed by 26 U.S.C. 4041(a)(1)(A) or by 26 U.S.C. 4041(b)(1)(B) and that are incurred during the period of October 5, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
(b) Amounts deferred pursuant to the Secretary’s exercise of authority described in subsection (a) of this section shall, to the extent authorized by law, be deferred without any penalties, interest, additional amount, or addition to the tax.
(c) Within 5 days of the date of this order, the Secretary shall direct the Internal Revenue Service to announce that it will not impose a penalty under 26 U.S.C. 6715 (a)(1) or 26 U.S.C. 6715 (a)(2), when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on the highway during the period of October 5, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The announcement shall also address relief from penalties for failure to make semimonthly deposits of that tax.
Sec. 3. Implementing Guidance. The Secretary shall issue guidance implementing this order. The guidance shall identify the specific relief being granted and any conditions on such relief; the legal basis for relief, covered taxpayers, persons, locations, acts, liabilities, and deadlines; the beginning and ending dates of each applicable period; the date by which postponed taxes must be paid.
Sec. 4. Tax Forgiveness. The Secretary shall explore avenues, including legislation, to eliminate the obligation to pay the amounts deferred pursuant to the Secretary’s exercise of authority described in section 2 of this order.
Sec. 5. Prioritizing Fuel Compliance Resources. The Secretary shall assess how the Internal Revenue Service should allocate resources to inspections of vehicle fuel tanks and fuel sampling during the period of any relief provided under section 2 of this order, and shall publicly announce that determination.
Sec. 6. Maintaining Safety and Efficiency on America’s Highways. The Secretary of Transportation, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (Administrator), shall:
(a) engage with State governments, relevant industry leadership as determined by the Administrator, and relevant labor organizations as determined by the Administrator to encourage safe and expedient coordination between the Federal Government and these various stakeholders in furtherance of the policies of this order; and
(b) continue all compliance enforcement measures, including audits, inspections, and monitoring programs, as provided for by law.
Sec. 7. Promoting Diesel Access for Farmers. The Secretary of Agriculture shall further the priorities of this order, including by:
(a) coordinating with agricultural cooperatives, rural fuel distributors, farm supply organizations, and other agricultural stakeholders, as determined by the Secretary of Agriculture, to ensure adequate distribution of dyed diesel for their use in high-demand areas; and
(b) encouraging corresponding State action to further the policies of this order.
Sec. 8. Engaging State Governments. The Director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs shall engage with States to further the policies of this order, taking appropriate action to encourage States to adopt policies that correspond to the Secretary’s exercise of authority described in section 2 of this order, in accordance with applicable law.
Sec. 9. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
(d) The costs for publication of this order shall be borne by the Department of Agriculture.
DONALD J. TRUMP
THE WHITE HOUSE,
October 5, 2026.
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