Recent federal executive orders are sowing uncertainty for public health practitioners at all levels of government. These orders, along with other federal activities, could influence public health practice in a range of ways, changing government agency operations and affecting the health of communities across the United States.
ChangeLab Solutions and our partners in Act for Public Health have just released a set of answers to frequently asked questions on executive orders, to help public health officials, policymakers, and community health advocates better understand the effects of recent federal activities. This FAQ resource offers explanations of . . .
- What executive orders are
- How they affect public health practice and agencies
- Some recent federal executive orders that are relevant to public health
- How public health practitioners can respond to executive orders
Public health practitioners and policymakers need to stay informed amid the shifting legal landscape brought about by recent federal activities. These answers to FAQs are designed to help public health practitioners navigate these changes and put in place the supports they need to make informed decisions.
Act for Public Health is a collaborative effort to protect the authority of public health agencies by providing legal and policy research, analysis, and other support for public health agencies as they navigate legal shifts that affect their ability to protect their communities.
If you have additional questions about recent executive orders or other federal or state activities that are influencing your public health authority or practice, please consider submitting a request for technical assistance.
2/24/2025
