Executive Order Category Rationale

Justification

This executive order establishes a nationwide policy to "end the use of paper straws" based on environmental and health arguments about paper versus plastic straws. Section 2(c) mandates a comprehensive "National Strategy to End the Use of Paper Straws" that extends beyond federal operations to address contract policies with States and "all other available tools to achieve the policy of this order nationwide." While federal procurement changes are the immediate mechanism, the primary subject matter is environmental product policy—specifically reversing policies that favor paper straws over plastic straws on environmental grounds. The order directly engages with environmental policy debates about single-use products and sustainability initiatives.

Secondary relevant categories

• Government Reform & Efficiency
• Regulatory Reform & Oversight