Executive Order Category Rationale

Justification

This executive order directly targets the reform of government operations by eliminating the Federal Executive Institute, a government training program for federal bureaucrats that has existed for over 50 years. The order's stated purpose is to "eliminate, to the greatest extent permitted by law, executive departments and agencies and programs that do not directly benefit the American people" and to treat "taxpayer dollars responsibly." The primary subject matter is the restructuring of federal government programs and operations, specifically targeting what the order characterizes as wasteful bureaucratic training that serves the "Washington, DC, managerial class" rather than the American people. The order directs the Office of Personnel Management to take all necessary steps to eliminate this federal training institute, making this fundamentally about reforming and streamlining government operations.

Secondary relevant categories

• Fiscal Management & Accountability
• Education Policy