Federalism
Federal Agencies Required to Follow Federalism Principles in Policymaking
What it does
Agencies must follow federalism principles and consult State and local officials before policies that affect States.
Real-world impact
- Requires agencies to consult State and local officials on policies affecting States.
- Restricts federal preemption of State law and limits national standards.
- Requires agencies to designate officials, provide certifications, and streamline waiver decisions.
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Summary
This order requires federal agencies to respect the division of power between the national government and the States and to follow stated federalism principles when making policies.
It directs agencies to consult State and local officials, limit preemption of State law, encourage State flexibility, and streamline waiver processes; agencies must designate officials to implement the order and provide certifications to the Office of Management and Budget.
The aim is to protect State policymaking authority and reduce unnecessary federal intrusion into State and local decisions.
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