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1. Pradhan mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (World’s largest Financial Inclusion programme)'Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana' was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address on 15 August, 2014. This is a National Mission on Financial Inclusion encompassing an integrated approach to bring about comprehensive financial inclusion of all the households in the country. The plan envisages universal access to banking facilities with at least one basic banking account for every household, financial literacy, access to credit, insurance and pension facility. In addition, the beneficiaries would get RuPay Debit card having inbuilt accident insurance cover of 1 lakh.For more Info: Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana2. Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Shramev Jayate KaryakramPandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakram was launched by Prime Minster Narendra Modi on 16 Oct 2014. The Karyakram is Looking to create an environment conducive to industrial development while also ensuring transparency in the labour sector.A dedicated Shram Suvidha Portal: That would allot Labour Identification Number (LIN) to nearly 6 lakhs units and allow them to file online compliance for 16 out of 44 labour lawsAn all-new Random Inspection Scheme: Utilizing technology to eliminate human discretion in selection of units for Inspection, and uploading of Inspection Reports within 72 hours of inspection mandatoryUniversal Account Number: Enables 4.17 crore employees to have their Provident Fund account portable, hassle-free and universally accessibleApprentice Protsahan Yojana: Will support manufacturing units mainly and other establishments by reimbursing 50% of the stipend paid to apprentices during first two years of their trainingRevamped Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana: Introducing a Smart Card for the workers in the unorganized sector seeded with details of two more social security schemes3. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya YojanaDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Yojana or DAY is a Government scheme for the uplift of urban and rural poor through enhancement of livelihood opportunities through skill development and other means. Government of India has provisioned Rs 500 crore for the scheme.4. Mission Housing for allThis is one of the major scheme of government’s urban development and housing initiatives, Which focused at social inclusion so as to benefit all sections of urban residents including slum dwellers. The program proposes to build 2 crore houses across the Nation by 2022.For more Info : Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation5. Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Bank (MUDRA Bank)MUDRA Bank was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 April 2015. It is a public sector financial institution in India. It provides loans at low rates to microfinance institutions and non-banking financial institutions which then provide credit to MSME's. MUDRA will have an initial corpus of Rs 20,000 crore and a credit guarantee corpus of Rs 3,000 croreFor more info : Micro Units Development & Refinance Agency Ltd.6. My Gov Online PlatformMyGov is a citizen engagement platform founded by the Government of India to promote the active participation of Indian citizens in their country's governance and development. It is also aimed at creating a common platform for Indian citizens to "crowd source governance ideas from citizens". The users shall be allowed to discuss and to contribute on various government projects and plans. 7. Digital IndiaDigital India is an initiative of Government of India to integrate the government departments and the people of India. It aims at ensuring the government services are made available to citizens electronically by reducing paperwork. The initiative also includes plan to connect rural areas with high-speed internet networks. Digital India has three core components. These include the creation of digital infrastructure, delivering services digitally and digital literacy. The project is slated for completion by 2019.8. Make In IndiaMake in India is an initiative of the Government of India, to encourage companies to manufacture their products in India. It was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 25 September 2014.Make in India initiative has been on main agenda in various foreign visits of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi sees Make in India as a vital impetus for employment & growth.9. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushal YojanaThe Government of India has set an ambitious target for providing skill training to 500 million of its youth by 2022. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY), the skill training and placement program of the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), focused on the rural poor youth and its emphasis on sustainable employment through the prominence and incentives given to post-placement tracking, retention and career progression. 10. National Policy for Skill Development and EntrepreneurshipThe objective of the National Policy on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, 2015 will be to meet the challenge of skilling at scale with speed and standard (quality). It will aim to provide an umbrella framework to all skilling activities being carried out within the country, to align them to common standards and link the skilling with demand centers.11. National Sports Talent Search SchemeThe government is launching a National Talent Search Scheme to scout for sports talent in various schools and institutions across the country. The government is planning to implement the Scheme from next financial year by setting up National Sports Academies and start Sports Science courses in select universities and medical colleges across the nation.12. Padhe Bharat Badhe BharatPadhe Bharat Badhe Bharat is a nationwide sub-programme of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, which focuses on early reading, writing and comprehension and early grade mathematics. During 2014-15, ₹2,352.57 crore has been allocated to States/UTs for improvement of quality programmes. The programme was pioneered by Atal Bihari Vajpayee. 13. Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya National Mission on Teachers and Teacher TrainingGovernment of India launches the Scheme; Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya National Mission on Teachers & Teaching with an outlay of Rs. 900 crores during XII Plan. The Mission would address, on the one hand, current and urgent issues such as supply of qualified teachers, attracting talent into teaching profession and raising the quality of teaching in schools and colleges.14. Rashtriya Avishkar AbhiyanThe Rashtriya Aavishkar Abhiyan (RAA) envisages to motivate and engage children of the age group from 6-18 years in Science, Mathematics and Technology through observation, experimentation, inference drawing, model building, etc. both through inside and outside classroom activities and processes.15. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti YojanaDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY) is a Central Government’s scheme aimed to provide continuous power supply to rural India. It is one of the key initiatives of Modi Government and it aims to supply 24x7 uninterrupted power supply to all homes. The government plans to invest Rs 75,600 crore for rural electrification under this scheme. The scheme will replace the existing Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana (RGGVY).16. Soil Health Card SchemeThe Government is focusing attention on the health of soil in agricultural areas across the country, to boost productivity and bring about increased prosperity. The experts will analyze the strength and weaknesses (micro-nutrients deficiency) of the soil based on the soil sample test and will suggest measures to deal with it. The result and suggestion will be displayed in the cards. The Government plans to issue 14 crore Soil Health Cards to the farmers over the next 3 years.17. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai YojanaPradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana is aimed at ensuring access to water to every farm (“Har Khet Ko Pani”) round the year and improving water use efficiency (“Per Drop More Crop”). A comprehensive mapping and identification of water bodies across the country is one of the main focus area of the plan.18. Jan Suraksha Schemes (PMJJBY, PMBSY, APY)The budget 2015-16, had proposed, three Social Security Schemes, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha BimaYojna, Atal PensionYojana and Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana. These three social security schemes, on Jan Dhan platform, was to protect an Indian citizen against illness, accidents, or penury in old age. This path breaking initiative towards providing affordable universal access to essential social security protection in a convenient manner, linked to auto-debit facility from the bank account of the subscriber was launched by the Prime Minister on 9th May, 2015.19. Rashtriya Gokul MissionRashtriya Gokul Mission Aims to Conserve and Develop Indigenous cattle Breeds through professional farm management and superior nutrition. The Rashtriya Gokul Mission is a focused project under National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development, with an outlay of Rs 500 crore during the 12th Five Year Plan.20. Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao AbhiyaanTo end female feticide and discrimination against girl child Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao Abhiyan on 22 Jan at Panipat, Hariyana. With an initial corpus of Rs 100 crore, the scheme has been launched in 100 districts across the country.21. Sukanya Samriddhi AccountSukanya Samriddhi Account is a special deposit account under the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (Girl child prosperity scheme) launched by the Prime Minister of India on 22 January 2015, with the stated aim of improving the welfare of female children in India. For more info on account facilities : National Savings Certificates (NSC)22. Himmat AppMobile App “Himmat” application downloaded in the smart phone helps women to raise SOS alert in case of any emergency and the same gets reported along with victim/ caller location in real time on the computer consoles placed in the Central Police Control Room, Delhi. The App aims to instill confidence in women, to help women in distress and to ensure their safety in Delhi.23. PAHAL-Direct Benefits Transfer for LPG (DBTL)Consumers Scheme PAHAL has become one of the largest cash transfer schemes of the world. This program aims to transfer subsidies directly to the people through their bank accounts. The Direct Benefit transfer of LPG (DBTL) scheme PAHAL (Pratyaksh Hanstantrit Labh) was re-launched on 15.11.2014 and implemented in two phases. The scheme will cover over 15.3 crore consumers across 676 districts of the country.24. Swachh Bharat MissionSwachh Bharat Abhiyan is a national campaign of Indian Government, covering 4041 statutory towns, to clean the streets, roads and infrastructure of the country. This campaign was officially launched on 2 October 2014 at Rajghat, New Delhi , where Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself cleaned the road. It is India's biggest ever cleanliness drive and 3 million government employees and school and college students of India have participated in this event. 25. Gold Monetisation SchemeIn the Union Budget Speech of 2015-16, an announcement was made and it was proposed to introduce a Gold Monetization Scheme, which will replace both the present Gold Deposit and Gold Metal Loan Schemes. The new scheme will allow the depositors of gold to earn interest in their metal accounts and the jewelers to obtain loans in their metal account. The stock of gold in India that is held by people of the country that is 'neither traded nor monetised' is estimated to be over 20,000 tonnes, which would be worth about Rs 60 lakh crore at the current market price. The draft gold monetisation scheme that has been launched on May 19, 2015, also provides for incentives to the banks, while individuals and institutions can deposit as low as 30 gms of gold, while the interest earned on it would be exempt from income tax as well as capital gains tax.26. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima YojanaThe scheme provides accidental insurance of Rs.2 lakhs at just Re.1 per month (Rs.12 per annum) for the people in the age group of 18-70 years. The premium will be directly auto-debited by the bank from the subscriber's account. It is the only mode of paying the premium and thus creates a linkage between the beneficiary and the bank. A person has to opt for the scheme every year by submitting a simple form to the bank by 1st June. One can also opt for the scheme on a long term basis and in that case his account will be auto-debited every year by the bank. People between the age of 18 and 70 years, having an Aadhar linked bank account, are eligible for the scheme.27. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima YojanaIt provides life insurance worth Rs.2 lakhs at 90 paise per day in event of death due to any reason (amounts to Rs.330 per annum) for the people in the age group of 18-50 years. The premium will be directly auto- debited by the bank from the subscriber's account. A person can opt for the scheme for a year or prefer to continue it as a long term option. In case of long term option, his account will be auto- debited every year by the bank.28. Atal Pension YojanaUnder the scheme, a pension of Rs.1,000 to Rs.5000 will be provided to people over 60 years of age .The focus is on all those not covered under any other social security rogram. Government will contribute 50% of the total contribution for five years, up to a maximum of Rs.1000 per annum. The scheme meant to persuade workers in unorganised sector, who form 88% of total workforce, to save voluntarily for the retirement. It is the improved version of Swavalamban scheme, launched in 2010-11, which has been found lacking in clarity with regard to pension benefits at the age after 60.29. Smart City ProgrammeThe Prime Minister’s vision of developing ‘one hundred Smart Cities’ equipped with the latest technology has begun to take shape with the Ministry of Urban Development. The Government has decided on developing 100 “Smart Cities” in the country to promote Wealthier, Healthier and Happier cities for better urban life. As well as existing cities that are to be remodeled on these lines.30. The National Urban Development MissionThe mission would aim at providing shelters equipped with essential services to the urban homeless in a phased manner. In addition, the mission would also address livelihood concerns of the urban street vendors by facilitating access to suitable spaces, institutional credit, social security and skills to the urban street vendors for accessing emerging market opportunities.31. Pragati PlatformPRAGATI is a unique integrating and interactive platform uniquely bundles three latest technologies: Digital data management, video-conferencing and geo-spatial technology. The platform is aimed at addressing common man’s grievances, and simultaneously monitoring and reviewing important programmes and projects of the Government of India as well as projects flagged by State Governments.32. Sagar Mala projectSagar Mala project is a strategic and customer-oriented initiative of the Government of India to modernize India's Ports so that port-led development can be augmented and coastlines can be developed to contribute in India's growth. It looks towards "transforming the existing Ports into modern world class Ports and integrate the development of the Ports, the Industrial clusters and hinterland and efficient evacuation systems through road, rail, inland and coastal waterways resulting in Ports becoming the drivers of economic activity in coastal areas.33. Heritage City Development and Augmentation YojanaNational Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY) was launched on 21 January 2015. The Scheme shall support development of core heritage infrastructure projects including revitalization of linked urban infrastructure for heritage assets such as monuments, Ghats, temples etc. along with reviving certain intangible assets. These initiatives shall include development of sanitation facilities, roads, public transportation & parking, citizen services, information kiosks etc.With a duration of 27 months (completing in March 2017) and a total outlay of INR 500 Crores, the Scheme is set to be implemented in 12 identified Cities namely, Ajmer, Amaravati,(Andhra Pradesh), Amritsar, Badami, Dwarka, Gaya, Kanchipuram,Mathura, Puri, Varanasi, Velankanni and Warangal.34. Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan YojanaKishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) is a scholarship program funded by the Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India, aimed at encouraging students to take up research careers in the areas of basic sciences, engineering and medicine. It offers scholarship and contingency grants up to the pre-Ph.D. level to selected students. Started in 1999, it is administered by the Indian Institute of Science.The Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana (KVPY) is an on-going National Program of Fellowships in Basic Sciences, initiated and funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, to attract exceptionally talented and highly motivated students for pursuing basic science courses and research career in science.35. UDAY- Ujwal Discom Assurance Yojna- empowers the utilities to break even in next 2-3 years through four initiatives - improving operational efficiencies of discoms, reduction of cost of power, reduction in interest cost of discoms and enforcing financial discipline on discoms through alignment with state finances.36. Project Mausam- Maritime Routes and Cultural Landscapes Across the Indian Ocean- focuses on the natural wind phenomenon, especially monsoon winds used by Indian sailors in ancient times for maritime trade, that has shaped interactions between countries and communities connected by the Indian Ocean.37. Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana SAANJHIOur PM has requested all Members of Parliament (MP) to develop one model village in their constituency by year 2016 and two more by 2019. Department of Rural Development has formulated guidelines of the scheme. Hon'ble Prime Minister has released the guidelines on 11'th Oct 2014 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.38. DELP : DOMESTIC EFFICIENT LIGHTING PROGRAMMECurrently government is distributing LED bulbs to save electricity. They are distributing LED bulbs at a discounted rate of 90-95 Rs (Market rate : 350-450) and subsidized amount is added to the electricity bill for next 3-4 months.(Rs 90 per month) You can view the distribution and how much electricity is getting saved daily on this dashboard. National DELP Dashboard | EESL

There are so many but here's a good one that no one heard a peep about in the lamestream media.In March, President Trump Signed The $1.3 Trillion Federal Omnibus Budget That Would Add Money For Infrastructure And Financial Aid For The Historically Black Colleges. "The $1.3 trillion federal omnibus budget that keeps the government open for six months includes new spending for historically black colleges. The law, signed Friday by President Donald Trump, adds money for infrastructure and financial aid, long-held priorities for HBCU advocates." (Herbert L. White, "Omnibus Adds Spending For Historically Black Colleges Budget Includes Infrastructure And Financial Aid," The Charlotte Post , 3/23/18)Under The Omnibus Bill, The Title III HBCU Program Gained $34.9 Million More In Federal Funding, Which Brought The Discretionary Total To $279 Million. "The Title III, Strengthening HBCUs program at the Department of Education was increased by $34.9 million, bringing the discretionary total for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to $279 million." ("Programmatic Increases And Investments In The FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill," UNCF , Accessed 8/7/18)Under The Omnibus Bill, The HBCU Capital Finance Program Fund Will Be Increased By $10 Million In Order To Provide Financial Resources At A Lower Interest Rate For HBCUs To Build New Buildings On Their Campuses. "The HBCU Capital Finance Program was increased by $10 million, bringing the total to $30 million. The program provides financial resources at a lower interest rate for HBCUs to build new buildings on their campuses. The additional $10 million was added with authority for the Education Secretary to grant deferment for qualifying private HBCUs participating in the program." ("Programmatic Increases And Investments In The FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill," UNCF , Accessed 8/7/18)Under The Omnibus Bill, The Federal TRIO Programs Would Receive An Additional $60 Million To Help Minority And Low-Income Students Achieve Higher Education. "The Federal TRIO Programs were collectively increased by $60 million, bringing the total to $1.1 billion. Often housed on HBCU campuses, these pipeline programs help minority and low-income students achieve higher education." ("Programmatic Increases And Investments In The FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill," UNCF , Accessed 8/7/18)Shall I continue?The below is a brief summary of the top accomplishments achieved under President Trump’s administration.EconomyPresident Trump’s policies have put the American economy into high gear.Since President Trump was elected 7.3 million jobs have been created.In 2019, 2.1 new jobs were Under Construction 2019, 1.5 million jobs were added for women. This accounts for more than 50% of total job gains for the first time ever.Over 500,000 manufacturing jobs have been created since the President was elected.The current unemployment rate is 3.5%, a 50-year low.Highlights of December’s jobs report:174,000 jobs were created in December.December marked the 22nd consecutive month that the unemployment rate has been at or below 4%.For 22 consecutive months, wage growth has been near or above 3%.Throughout the Trump Administration we have seen record low unemployment for women, African Americans, Latino Americans, and Asian Americans. In December:African American unemployment rate was at 5.9%.The Hispanic American unemployment rate remained at a near record low of 4.2%.The Asian American unemployment rate was 2.5%, near a historic low.The adult women’s unemployment rate hit 3.2%, the lowest since 1953.The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record highs over 100 times under President Trump.Under President Trump, 7 million people have come off food stamps.Under President Trump’s leadership, Congress passed historic tax cuts and relief for hard-working Americans. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the first major tax reform signed in 30 http://years.As a result of the historic tax cuts, nearly 9,000 Opportunity Zones were created in all 50 states, DC, and 5 territories. Opportunity Zones will spur $100 billion in private capital investment and impact nearly 35 million Americans.The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act increased the Child Tax Credit by 100% keeping more money in the pockets of hardworking mothers.Economic confidence rebounded to record highs under President Trump because his pro-growth policies have and continue to put American workers and businesses first.President Trump has rolled back unnecessary job-killing regulations at a historic pace.The Administration has cut 8 and a half regulations for every new rule.This far exceeds the promise made to cut 2 regulations for every 1 regulation added.Regulatory costs have been slashed by nearly $50 billion and have saved taxpayers $220 billion once actions are implemented.The deregulation efforts will save American households an estimated $3,100 per year.The Administration formed the Governors’ Initiative on Regulatory Innovation which aims to better align state and Federal efforts to cut additional unnecessary regulations and costs.ImmigrationPresident Trump is working to secure our border.President Trump is fulfilling his promise to build a border wall, with sizable portions already finished or under http://construction.It’s expected that 450 miles will be finished by the end of 2020.The Trump Administration has constructed 100 miles of new border wall system.Currently, 167 miles of wall is under construction in high entry sectors such as San Diego, El Centro, El Paso, and Yuma.The new wall has contributed to a 56% overall decrease in the number of illegal migrant arrivals at the border.Under President Trump, the U.S. Border Patrol has arrested hundreds of members of dangerous gangs.The President has strongly enforced our nation’s immigration laws by cracking down on illegal immigration and taken aim at “sanctuary cities.”President Trump has called on Congress to close dangerous loopholes such as “Catch and Release,” end chain migration, and end the visa lottery program which enables illegal immigration.The Administration is looking to close the Flores Settlement Agreement that requires the government to release families into the country after 20 days. This loophole has been exploited by smugglers who use children as pawns to enter our country.We are closing asylum loopholes – recently, the Administration instituted a new rule requiring migrants who come to our border to have previously applied and been denied to a country they passed through.The Trump Administration announced they are releasing a “Public Charge Rule” that will ensure non-citizens do not abuse our nation’s public benefits. This rule will go into effect on 10/15/19.President Trump was successful in his efforts to get Mexico and the Northern Triangle countries to step up and help stop the crisis at the border.President Trump’s successful negotiations have led to 28% drop in migrants taken into custody in June.In May, President Trump announced a new immigration proposal that would modernize our system and secure the border.The Administration has made it a priority to end human trafficking and is using many resources to do so.The Administration provided funding to support the National Human Trafficking Hotline.The Anti-Trafficking Coordination Team (ACTeam) initiative more than doubled convictions of human traffickers and increased the number of defendants charged in ACTeam districts.Foreign PolicyPresident Trump has restored our nation’s standing in the world and is standing up to bad actors.The United States has successfully decimated ISIS.Under President Trump, the number one terrorist leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was taken out.President Trump ordered the killing of Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran’s elite Quds Force and an evil, ruthless, and deadly terrorist.President Trump fulfilled his promise to name Jerusalem Israel’s capital city and moved the U.S. EmbassyPresident Trump held two historic summits with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, further demonstrating the Administration’s commitment to a denuclearized Korean peninsula.President Trump withdrew the U.S. from the Iran Nuclear Agreement and instituted the toughest sanctions in history to drive the regime’s oil exports to zero.in June 2019, President Trump signed an executive order that authorizes expanded sanctions against Iran.The Administration has vigorously and quickly enforced red lines against regimes and individuals that use chemical weapons.The Trump Administration has imposed sanctions on Russian entities and individuals previously indicted for their roles in Russian interference in our election.The Trump Administration imposed hard-hitting sanctions against Iran’s national bank.TradePresident Trump is delivering on his promise to correct trade imbalances.The Trump Administration had taken unprecedented steps to modernize and improve trading practices and negotiate freer, fairer, and reciprocal trade agreements with our global allies.President Trump has kept his promise to deliver a modern and rebalanced trade deal to replace NAFTA. The United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA)The USCMA will spur economic growth, create 176,000 jobs, add $68.2 billion to the U.S. economy, and raise wages.President Trump negotiated a new United States-Japan trade deal with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Japan is one of our strongest economic partners and this trade deal builds on that partnership. It is a big win for American farmers, ranchers, workers, and businesses.The Administration revised the United States -Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) to make it more beneficial to American workersThe President and European Union President Juncker agreed to a new trade deal that strengthens and reforms our trade relationship. The agreement:Works toward zero tariffs, zero non-tariff barriers, zero subsidies on non-automotive industrial goods.Makes it easier for the EU to purchase liquefied gas.Reduces trade and bureaucratic obstacles between the U.S. and the EU.Addresses unfair trade practices.President Trump agreed to a phase one trade deal with China that includes a strong enforcement mechanism.President Trump withdrew the United States from the flawed Trans-Pacific Partnership.President Trump has forced our allies to recommit to NATO.The Trump Administration has protected farmers from unfair trade practices by authorizing $12 billion in aid to the American agricultural heartland under The Commodity Credit Corporation Charter Act.JudicialPresident Trump continues to reshape the Federal judiciary at a record pace and is following through on his promise to appoint judges who will uphold the Constitution and rule of law.President Trump continues to reshape the Federal judiciary at a record pace.President Trump has installed more federal court judges than any president in the past four decades.The President is following through on his promise to appoint judges who will uphold the Constitution and rule of law for generations to come.President Trump has nominated, and the Senate has confirmed a grand total of 187 Article III judges.2 Supreme Court Justices – Justice Gorsuch and Justice Kavanaugh.50 Circuit Court judges.133 District Court judges.2 Court of International Trade JudgesPresident Trump’s judicial confirmations have “flipped” 3 – 2nd, 3rd, 11th Circuits – federal appeals courts to Republican.In 2018, President Trump broke the record for the most circuit court of appeals judges (29) confirmed in the first 2 years of a presidency.Health CarePresident Trump has reduced the cost of health care and taken significant steps to fight the opioid epidemic.President Trump has prioritized fixing our broken health care system and worked with Congress to implement a system that works for all Americans.The President has made it clear patients with preexisting conditions will be protected.The individual mandate penalty has been eliminated.Association Health Plans have been expanded.Short-term, limited duration insurance plans have been extended.President Trump is working to implement his plan to lower prescription drugs.Under the Trump Administration, we have seen the first ever decline of average benchmark premiums on the federal health care exchange.The President signed an Executive Order to improve seniors’ health care and improve the fiscal sustainability of Medicare.Reforms to expand Medicare Advantage options and Health Reimbursement Accounts have been expanded.President Trump mobilized his entire Administration to address the drug addiction and opioid abuse by declaring a Nationwide Public Health Emergency.President Trump signed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to fight the opioid epidemic.The Administration launched http://FindTreatment.gov a public resource to help combat substance abuse.President Trump signed an Executive Order that increases price and quality transparency.The Administration has committed to ending surprise billing.HHS is finalizing a rule that will require hospitals to make prices publicly available online and in a more consumer-friendly format.The Administration has proposed a rule to require insurance companies and group health plans to provide enrollees with cost estimates.The Trump Administration has promoted innovation and solutions to expand treatment options for Americans living with disease including HIV/AIDS, kidney disease, pediatric cancer, Alzheimer’s, and more.The Administration launched a program to provide the HIV prevention drug PrEP to uninsured patients for free.Signed the bipartisan Tobacco-Free Youth Act to raise the nationwide age for purchasing tobacco and vaping products to 21 years old.Costly Obamacare taxes were repealed including the “Cadillac tax” and the Medical Device Tax.EnvironmentPresident Trump is promoting a clean and healthy environment for all Americans.The President and the Administration are continuing to pursue policies that encourage environmental protection while promoting economic growth.Since 2005, our energy related carbon emissions have declined more than any other country. This is expected to decrease in 2019 and 2020.Our nation’s environmental record is one of the strongest in the world.According to the White House, from 1970 to 2018, the combined emissions of the most common air pollutants fell 74% while the economy grew over 275%.We have the cleanest air on record and remain a global leader for access to clean drinking water. The President has taken important steps to restore, preserve, and protect our land, air, and waters.The Save our Seas Act was signed into law in 2018. This law reauthorized the NOAA Marine Debris Program, promoting international action to reduce marine debris and authorizing cleanup and response actions that may be needed.The EPA has taken significant steps to clean up our contaminated sites and hazardous http://sites.In FY2018, the EPA completed cleanup work on 22 Superfund sites from the National Priorities list. This is the largest number in one year since 2005.The EPA is more efficiently implementing air quality standards that will better protect the environment and human health.The President’s management of our nation’s lands promotes conservation while encouraging good stewardship and expanding recreational opportunities.Just this year, President Trump signed legislation designating 1.3 million new acres of wilderness – the largest public lands legislation in a decade.The Department of the Interior proposed to open more than 1 million acres of land for expanded hunting and fishing access. The President took important action to improve management of forests to help prevent devastating forest fires.President Trump issued changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to reduce regulation and allow for infrastructure and transportation projects to move forward.EnergyPresident Trump’s policies have begun to unleash our nation’s energy potential.• President Trump signed an Executive Order to expand offshore oil and gas drilling and open more leases to develop offshore drilling.• The Administration acted aggressively to increase exports of energy resources to the global market and allowed financing for coal and fossil energy projects.• President Trump has approved the infrastructure and provided the resources needed to unleash Oil and gas production in the U.S.o The Keystone XL and Dakota Access pipelines were approved, supporting an estimated total of 42,000 jobs and $2 billion in wages.o The New Burgos Pipeline, a cross-border project that will export U.S. gasoline to Mexico, was approved.o The Trump Administration reversed President Obama’s moratorium on new leases for oil and gas development on Federal lands.• The President rescinded President Obama’s costly Clean Power Plan.• The President proposed the Affordable Clean Energy Rule to reduce greenhouse gasses, empower states, promote energy independence, and facilitate economic growth and job creation.• The Administration has rescinded many costly Obama-Era regulations including the methane emissions rule that would cost American energy developers an estimated $530 million annually.• The President announced his intent to withdrawal the U.S. from the unfair Paris Climate Accord.AgriculturePresident Trump and his Administration continue to help our farmers.In 2018, President Trump signed a sweeping new Farm Bill into law.The Farm Bill provides support and stability to our farmers, expands crop insurance, doubles how much farmers can borrow and helps open new markets for our farmers.The President authorized the year-round sale of E15 gasoline which provided a boost to America’s corn growing communities.Red tape that has harmed American farmers have been rolled back.This includes eliminating the burdensome Obama-era Waters of the United States rule.The historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act protected family farmers from the estate tax.Thanks to the President’s historic tax cuts legislation, the effective tax rate for farmers is expected to fall from 17.2% to 13.9%.President Trump is standing up for America’s farmers by negotiating fairer, freer, and more reciprocal trade deals that remove barriers and open markets for American farmers.President Trump negotiated the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), getting a better deal for American farmers and ranchers.The USMCA will increase America’s Agricultural exports by $2.2 billion.The USMCA will eliminates Canada’s discriminatory programs that allow low-priced dairy products to undersell our nation’s dairy producers.USMCA includes expanded market access for dairy products, eggs, and http://poultry.In a deal with the European Union, American soybean exports will be increased.o President Trump reached a new trade agreement with Japan. As a result, Japan will eliminate or reduce tariffs on approximately $7.2 billion in U.S. agricultural exports.President Trump continues to stand up to China and their unfair trade practices which target our farmers.The Administration provided $16 billion in funds to support our farmers against unfair trade retaliation.The Trump Administration continue to support and expand markets for America’s farmers.Japan’s market has been opened to all American beef.Restrictions have been eliminated on:American pork exports to Argentina.American beef to Brazil.Idaho chipping potatoes to Japan.American poultry to South Korea.President Trump signed an Executive Order directing Federal agencies to streamline the agricultural biotechnology regulatory process.The Trump Administration is working to promote connectivity in rural American by investing in rural broadband. President Trump is working to protect our Nation’s Forests & Wildlife | Forests.in 2018, the President signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing responsible forest management and coordinating Federal, State, tribal, and local assets to prevent and combat http://wildfires.In order to preserve the health of our forests, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 was signed into law.President Trump and his administration continue to provide necessary disaster relief to impacted areas.EducationPresident Trump and his administration are putting students and families first.The President understands the importance of education and continues to declare the last week in January National School Choice Week.The President signed a historic Executive Order that promotes and protects free speech on college campuses.President Trump and his Administration support the Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act.In 2019, President Trump signed a memorandum that eliminates 100% of student loan debt for permanently disabled veterans.The President continues to work with the Department of Education to expand transparency and give students expanded access to vital information about the career outcomes of the programs they enroll in.• President Trump has made Historically Black Colleges and Universities a priority, including appropriating more money to HBCUs in one year than any other president and establishing a Presidential Board of Advisors on HBCUs.President Trump signed the FUTURE Act into law. The law permanently funds HBCUs and simplifies the FAFSA applicationThe President is committed to expanding and strengthening education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematic (STEM).President Trump issued a presidential memorandum encouraging the Department of Education to promote STEM, especially Computer Science.President Trump directed more than $200 million per year to technology education grants for women and programs that encourage participation in STEM careers.The President signed the bipartisan reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This law provides the necessary training for students and workers to succeed in the 21st century economy.The President donated his 2017 second quarter salary to the Department of Education. The funds were used to host a STEM focused camp for students.President Trump signed the INSPIRE Act which encourages NASA to have more women and girls participate in STEM and pursue careers in aerospace.The President signed an Executive Order to expand apprenticeships in America.President Trump has encouraged state and federal lawmakers to expand school choice.The administration lowered regulatory hurdles and restored flexibility to schools with respect to menus in their cafeterias.President Trump is committed to making our schools safer.President Trump encouraged passage of the STOP School Violence Act to provide funding grants to schools to improve security measures.The Administration established a Commission on School Safety to examine ways to make schools safer for all students and teachers.Additionally, the Administration proposed a new $5 billion annual tax credit to promote school choice. This move is supported by 2/3rds of black Americans.Military and VeteransPresident Trump is protecting America and our allies by rebuilding our military and ensuring our veterans receive the care they deserve.President Trump has restored American military strength.Under President Trump’s leadership, Congress passed three historic National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAA).The FY2020 NDAA includes a much needed 3.1% pay raise for our troops.The FY2020 NDAA establishes the United States Space Force to ensure American dominance in space.President Trump signed the Veterans Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act to allow senior officials in the Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) to fire failing employees and establish safeguards to protect whistleblowers.The President signed the V.A. Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017 to authorize $2.1 billion in additional funds for the Veterans Choice Program (VCP).The Trump Administration created a new White House V.A. Hotline, staffed by veterans and family members.The Administration has secured a record $8.6 billion in funding for mental health services with the goal of ending the tragedy of veteran suicide.The Trump Administration has created the PREVENTS initiative, a task force aimed at unifying the efforts of government, businesses, and nonprofit groups to help our veterans.The President has secured $73.1 billion for the Department of Veterans Affairs – the highest funding for the VA in history.Veterans Affairs increased transparency and accountability by launching an online “Access and Quality Tool.” This provides veterans a way to access wait time and quality of care data.In 2019, President Trump signed a memorandum that eliminates 100% of student loan debt for permanently disabled veterans.The President also called upon all 50 states to ensure that disabled veterans do not pay state tax on their forgiven debts.The unemployment rate among veterans is at a record low of 2.8%.9.1 million veterans are employed.The number of unemployed veterans has been reduced by 40% under President Trump.In November 2019, President Trump became the first president to walk in the New York City Veterans Day Parade.WomenUnder President Trump’s administration, women have been empowered to reach their economic potential.Women have experienced record low unemployment under President Trump.Since he was elected, President Trump has created over 4.3 million new jobs for http://women.In 2019, 1.5 million jobs were added for women. This accounts for more than 50% of total job gains for the first time Index of / December, the adult women’s unemployment rate hit 3.2%, the lowest since 1953.The unemployment rate among women has been under 4% for 18 straight months.During the President’s first year in office, the number of American women in poverty fell by nearly 600,000.Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the child tax credit was doubled to $2,000 per child.President Trump was the first president to include a paid family leave policy 2 budget proposals.The FY2020 NDAA included paid parental leave for federal workers.The President and his Administration are committed to keeping families and communities safe.The Trump Administration has prioritized empowering women to pursue careers and realize their economic potential.President Trump directed more than $200 million per year to technology education grants for women and programs that encourage participation in STEM careers.President Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the National Council For The American Worker.Over 300 companies and associations of all size and industry have signed the Administration’s Pledge to America’s Workers, promising to create more than 14 million education, training, and skill-building opportunities over the next 5 years.Ivanka Trump created the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (W-GDP) to help 50 million women in 22 developing countries realize their economic potential by 2025.Additional Trump Administration efforts to empower women globally include:The Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi): Aims to mobilize more than $2.6 billion in capital for women entrepreneurs in 26 developing countries.The WomenConnect Challenge: Seeks to growth women’s access to digital technology and bridge the digital gender divide.The 2X Women’s Initiative: Aimed at mobilizing $1 billion in capital to support women living in the developing world. This initiative has already mobilized more than $140 million from the private sector to support women in Latin America and the Caribbean.Black AmericansBlack Americans have a true champion in President Trump.President Trump has created an astonishing 1.6 million new jobs for black Americans since his election. o In December, the black unemployment rate was at 5.9%.The black American unemployment rate has been at or below 7% for 23 consecutive months.Prior to President Trump’s administration, the black unemployment rate had never dipped below 7%.In 2019, the African American unemployment rate hit a record low and remained below 7% for the entire year.Under President Trump, incomes for black Americans have increased by 2.6%.Under the Trump Economy, wages are continuing to rise which significantly benefits the lowest-paid workers.The poverty rate among black Americans is at its lowest level in history.Under President Trump, 350,000 fewer black Americans are living in poverty.During the President’s first year in office, the black American poverty rate fell to 21.2% down from 22% the year before.As a result of the historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, nearly 9,000 Opportunity Zones were created in all 50 states, DC, and 5 territories.o Opportunity Zones which will create jobs and spur investment in disadvantaged communities.o These Opportunity Zones will spur $100 billion in private capital investment and impact 1.4 million minority households.President Trump signed the historic FIRST STEP Act into law.The FIRST STEP ACT has been widely hailed as the most meaningful criminal justice reform in a generation.This landmark legislation included necessary reforms to our justice system, improves our prison system, and prepares inmates for reentry in our http://communities.As a result of the First Step Act, more than 3,000 Americans have been released from prison and 90% of those who have had their sentences reduced are black Americans.The First Step Act shortens mandatory minimum sentences for nonviolent drug crimes and provides judges greater liberty to go around mandatory minimums.The law also allows offenders sentenced under racially motivated mandatory minimums to petition for their cases to be re-evaluated.President Trump was awarded the 2019 Bipartisan Justice award by the nonprofit 20/20 Bipartisan Justice Center. The President received this award for his “ability to work across the aisle to achieve meaningful progress in reforming our criminal justice system.”President Trump has committed his Administration to advancing second chance hiring for former prisoners. This includes launching a “Ready to Work Initiative.”The Trump Administration has fought for a federal tax credit on donations that fund scholarships to private schools, a proposal supported by 64% of African Americans.President Trump has made supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) a top priority.In February 2017, President Trump announced the President’s Board of Advisors on HBCUs.The President signed an Executive Order on HBCUs in February 2017, the earliest any President has signed an Order on HBCUs.The EO established an Interagency Working Group to advance and coordinate work regarding HBCUs.The federal HBCU initiative office was moved back into the White House, a move that leaders had requested under President Obama.President Trump has appropriated more money than any other president to HBCUs.The President signed legislation to increase federal funding for HBCUs by 13%, the highest level ever.President Trump signed the FUTURE Act into law. The law permanently funds HBCUs and simplifies the FAFSA application.The President worked with Congress to lift the ban on Pell Grants on summer classes.Through the Capital Financing Program, the Administration has provided more than $500 million in loans to HBCUs.The President directed the entire federal government to develop a strategy to support HBCUs. To date, this has been supported by 32 departments and agencies.The Administration has forgiven more than $300 million in outstanding debt for four schools impacted by natural disasters and the budget provided $10 million to defer loan payments for 6 school facing financial difficulties.The Department of Education worked with HBCUs to protect $80 million in Title III carryover funding.President Trump took a big step to end discriminatory restrictions to prevent faith based HBCUs from accessing federal support.The Administration continues to work with HBCUs to expand apprenticeship opportunities, career choices, and ensure they are receiving adequate support.Latino AmericansUnder President Trump’s leadership the Latino American community has thrived.Under President Trump, Latino Americans have experienced record low unemployment.More than 2.9 million jobs have been created for Latino Americans since the President was http://elected.In December, the Latino American unemployment rate was at a near record low of 4.2%.The Hispanic American unemployment rate hit several record lows in 2019, including falling below 4% for the first time in history.The median Latino American income rose by $1,786 during President Trump’s first year in http://office.In 2017, the median Latino American income hit its highest ever recorded level ($50,486).Since taking office, the Latino American homeownership rose by more than a percentage point (46.3% to 47.4%).In addition to the booming economy, President Trump renegotiated freer and fairer trade deals such as the USMCA.President Trump has stood up to socialism and communism in Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua.Thanks to pressure from President Trump, 50 countries followed President Trump’s leadership in recognizing Juan Guaidó as the legitimate leader of Venezuela.The Trump administration has rolled back President Obama’s disastrous rapprochement with Cuba, which only benefited the country’s dictatorship instead of its firmeninfo.at - Das Firmenverzeichnis für Österreich the direction of President Trump, the Treasury Department has imposed sanctions against senior officials in the Nicaraguan regime for their role in human rights abuses and undermining democracy.The President has made it clear that American interests do not align with failed socialist policies.Asian AmericansUnder President Trump’s leadership Asian American unemployment has reached record lows.In December, the Asian American unemployment rate was 2.5%, near a historic low.The lowest ever record unemployment rate for Asian Americans (2.1%) came in June 2019.

Granted much of this was prior to our Co-Vid gift from China…….but where there was some fall off, we are returning to where we were pre co-vid.EconomyPresident Trump’s policies have put the American economy into high gear.• Since President Trump was elected 7.3 million jobs have been created.• In 2019, 2.1 new jobs were created. o In 2019, 1.5 million jobs were added for women. This accounts for more than 50% of total job gains for the first time ever.• Over 500,000 manufacturing jobs have been created since the President was elected.• The current unemployment rate is 3.5%, a 50-year low.• Highlights of December’s jobs report: o 174,000 jobs were created in December.o December marked the 22nd consecutive month that the unemployment rate has been at or below 4%.o For 22 consecutive months, wage growth has been near or above 3%.• Throughout the Trump Administration we have seen record low unemployment for women, African Americans, Latino Americans, and Asian Americans. In December: o African American unemployment rate was at 5.9%.o The Hispanic American unemployment rate remained at a near record low of 4.2%.o The Asian American unemployment rate was 2.5%, near a historic low.o The adult women’s unemployment rate hit 3.2%, the lowest since 1953.• The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record highs over 100 times under President Trump.• Under President Trump, 7 million people have come off food stamps.• Under President Trump’s leadership, Congress passed historic tax cuts and relief for hard-working Americans. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the first major tax reform signed in 30 years. o As a result of the historic tax cuts, nearly 9,000 Opportunity Zones were created in all 50 states, DC, and 5 territories. Opportunity Zones will spur $100 billion in private capital investment and impact nearly 35 million Americans.o The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act increased the Child Tax Credit by 100% keeping more money in the pockets of hardworking mothers.• Economic confidence rebounded to record highs under President Trump because his pro-growth policies have and continue to put American workers and businesses first.• President Trump has rolled back unnecessary job-killing regulations at a historic pace. o The Administration has cut 8 and a half regulations for every new rule.▪ This far exceeds the promise made to cut 2 regulations for every 1 regulation added.o Regulatory costs have been slashed by nearly $50 billion and have saved taxpayers $220 billion once actions are implemented.o The deregulation efforts will save American households an estimated $3,100 per year.o The Administration formed the Governors’ Initiative on Regulatory Innovation which aims to better align state and Federal efforts to cut additional unnecessary regulations and costs.ImmigrationPresident Trump is working to secure our border.• President Trump is fulfilling his promise to build a border wall, with sizable portions already finished or under construction. o It’s expected that 450 miles will be finished by the end of 2020.o The Trump Administration has constructed 100 miles of new border wall system.o Currently, 167 miles of wall is under construction in high entry sectors such as San Diego, El Centro, El Paso, and Yuma.o The new wall has contributed to a 56% overall decrease in the number of illegal migrant arrivals at the border.• Under President Trump, the U.S. Border Patrol has arrested hundreds of members of dangerous gangs.• The President has strongly enforced our nation’s immigration laws by cracking down on illegal immigration and taken aim at “sanctuary cities.”• President Trump has called on Congress to close dangerous loopholes such as “Catch and Release,” end chain migration, and end the visa lottery program which enables illegal immigration.• The Administration is looking to close the Flores Settlement Agreement that requires the government to release families into the country after 20 days. This loophole has been exploited by smugglers who use children as pawns to enter our country.• We are closing asylum loopholes – recently, the Administration instituted a new rule requiring migrants who come to our border to have previously applied and been denied to a country they passed through.• The Trump Administration announced they are releasing a “Public Charge Rule” that will ensure non-citizens do not abuse our nation’s public benefits. This rule went into effect on 10/15/19.• President Trump was successful in his efforts to get Mexico and the Northern Triangle countries to step up and help stop the crisis at the border. o President Trump’s successful negotiations have led to 28% drop in migrants taken into custody in June.• In May, President Trump announced a new immigration proposal that would modernize our system and secure the border.• The Administration has made it a priority to end human trafficking and is using many resources to do so.o The Administration provided funding to support the National Human Trafficking Hotline.o The Anti-Trafficking Coordination Team (ACTeam) initiative more than doubled convictions of human traffickers and increased the number of defendants charged in ACTeam districts.Foreign PolicyPresident Trump has restored our nation’s standing in the world and is standing up to bad actors.• The United States has successfully decimated ISIS.• Under President Trump, the number one terrorist leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was taken out.• President Trump ordered the killing of Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran’s elite Quds Force and an evil, ruthless, and deadly terrorist.• President Trump fulfilled his promise to name Jerusalem Israel’s capital city and moved the U.S. Embassy• President Trump held two historic summits with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, further demonstrating the Administration’s commitment to a denuclearized Korean peninsula.• President Trump withdrew the U.S. from the Iran Nuclear Agreement and instituted the toughest sanctions in history to drive the regime’s oil exports to zero. o In June 2019, President Trump signed an executive order that authorizes expanded sanctions against Iran.• The Administration has vigorously and quickly enforced red lines against regimes and individuals that use chemical weapons.• The Trump Administration has imposed sanctions on Russian entities and individuals previously indicted for their roles in Russian interference in our election.• The Trump Administration imposed hard-hitting sanctions against Iran’s national bank.TradePresident Trump is delivering on his promise to correct trade imbalances.• The Trump Administration had taken unprecedented steps to modernize and improve trading practices and negotiate freer, fairer, and reciprocal trade agreements with our global allies.• President Trump has kept his promise to deliver a modern and rebalanced trade deal to replace NAFTA. The United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) o The USCMA will spur economic growth, create 176,000 jobs, add $68.2 billion to the U.S. economy, and raise wages.• President Trump negotiated a new United States-Japan trade deal with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Japan is one of our strongest economic partners and this trade deal builds on that partnership. It is a big win for American farmers, ranchers, workers, and businesses.• The Administration revised the United States -Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) to make it more beneficial to American workers.• The President and European Union President Juncker agreed to a new trade deal that strengthens and reforms our trade relationship. The agreement:o Works toward zero tariffs, zero non-tariff barriers, zero subsidies on non-automotive industrial goods.o Makes it easier for the EU to purchase liquefied gas.o Reduces trade and bureaucratic obstacles between the U.S. and the EU.o Addresses unfair trade practices.• President Trump agreed to a phase one trade deal with China that includes a strong enforcement mechanism.• President Trump withdrew the United States from the flawed Trans-Pacific Partnership.• President Trump has forced our allies to recommit to NATO.• The Trump Administration has protected farmers from unfair trade practices by authorizing $12 billion in aid to the American agricultural heartland under The Commodity Credit Corporation Charter Act.JudicialPresident Trump continues to reshape the Federal judiciary at a record pace and is following through on his promise to appoint judges who will uphold the Constitution and rule of law.• President Trump continues to reshape the Federal judiciary at a record pace.• President Trump has installed more federal court judges than any president in the past four decades.• The President is following through on his promise to appoint judges who will uphold the Constitution and rule of law for generations to come.• President Trump has nominated, and the Senate has confirmed a grand total of 187 Article III judges. o 2 Supreme Court Justices – Justice Gorsuch and Justice Kavanaugh.o 50 Circuit Court judges.o 133 District Court judges.o 2 Court of International Trade Judges• President Trump’s judicial confirmations have “flipped” 3 – 2nd, 3rd, 11th Circuits - federal appeals courts to Republican.• In 2018, President Trump broke the record for the most circuit court of appeals judges (29) confirmed in the first 2 years of a presidency.Health CarePresident Trump has reduced the cost of health care and taken significant steps to fight the opioid epidemic.• President Trump has prioritized fixing our broken health care system and worked with Congress to implement a system that works for all Americans.• The President has made it clear patients with preexisting conditions will be protected.• The individual mandate penalty has been eliminated.• Association Health Plans have been expanded.• Short-term, limited duration insurance plans have been extended.• President Trump is working to implement his plan to lower prescription drugs.• Under the Trump Administration, we have seen the first ever decline of average benchmark premiums on the federal health care exchange.• The President signed an Executive Order to improve seniors’ health care and improve the fiscal sustainability of Medicare.• Reforms to expand Medicare Advantage options and Health Reimbursement Accounts have been expanded.• President Trump mobilized his entire Administration to address the drug addiction and opioid abuse by declaring a Nationwide Public Health Emergency.• President Trump signed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to fight the opioid epidemic.• The Administration launched http://FindTreatment.gov a public resource to help combat substance abuse.• President Trump signed an Executive Order that increases price and quality transparency.• The Administration has committed to ending surprise billing.• HHS is finalizing a rule that will require hospitals to make prices publicly available online and in a more consumer-friendly format.• The Administration has proposed a rule to require insurance companies and group health plans to provide enrollees with cost estimates.• The Trump Administration has promoted innovation and solutions to expand treatment options for Americans living with disease including HIV/AIDS, kidney disease, pediatric cancer, Alzheimer’s, and more.• The Administration launched a program to provide the HIV prevention drug PrEP to uninsured patients for free.• Signed the bipartisan Tobacco-Free Youth Act to raise the nationwide age for purchasing tobacco and vaping products to 21 years old.• Costly Obamacare taxes were repealed including the “Cadillac tax” and the Medical Device Tax.EnvironmentPresident Trump is promoting a clean and healthy environment for all Americans.• The President and the Administration are continuing to pursue policies that encourage environmental protection while promoting economic growth. o Since 2005, our energy related carbon emissions have declined more than any other country. This is expected to decrease in 2019 and 2020.• Our nation’s environmental record is one of the strongest in the world. o According to the White House, from 1970 to 2018, the combined emissions of the most common air pollutants fell 74% while the economy grew over 275%.• We have the cleanest air on record and remain a global leader for access to clean drinking water. The President has taken important steps to restore, preserve, and protect our land, air, and waters. o The Save our Seas Act was signed into law in 2018. This law reauthorized the NOAA Marine Debris Program, promoting international action to reduce marine debris and authorizing cleanup and response actions that may be needed.o The EPA has taken significant steps to clean up our contaminated sites and hazardous sites. ▪ In FY2018, the EPA completed cleanup work on 22 Superfund sites from the National Priorities list. This is the largest number in one year since 2005.o The EPA is more efficiently implementing air quality standards that will better protect the environment and human health.o Just this year, President Trump signed legislation designating 1.3 million new acres of wilderness - the largest public lands legislation in a decade.o The Department of the Interior proposed to open more than 1 million acres of land for expanded hunting and fishing access.o The President took important action to improve management of forests to help prevent devastating forest fires.• The President’s management of our nation’s lands promotes conservation while encouraging good stewardship and expanding recreational opportunities.• President Trump issued changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to reduce regulation and allow for infrastructure and transportation projects to move forward.EnergyPresident Trump’s policies have begun to unleash our nation’s energy potential.• President Trump signed an Executive Order to expand offshore oil and gas drilling and open more leases to develop offshore drilling.• The Administration acted aggressively to increase exports of energy resources to the global market and allowed financing for coal and fossil energy projects.• President Trump has approved the infrastructure and provided the resources needed to unleash Oil and gas production in the U.S. o The Keystone XL and Dakota Access pipelines were approved, supporting an estimated total of 42,000 jobs and $2 billion in wages.o The New Burgos Pipeline, a cross-border project that will export U.S. gasoline to Mexico, was approved.o The Trump Administration reversed President Obama’s moratorium on new leases for oil and gas development on Federal lands.• The President rescinded President Obama’s costly Clean Power Plan.• The President proposed the Affordable Clean Energy Rule to reduce greenhouse gasses, empower states, promote energy independence, and facilitate economic growth and job creation.• The Administration has rescinded many costly Obama-Era regulations including the methane emissions rule that would cost American energy developers an estimated $530 million annually.• The President announced his intent to withdrawal the U.S. from the unfair Paris Climate Accord.AgriculturePresident Trump and his Administration continue to help our farmers.• In 2018, President Trump signed a sweeping new Farm Bill into law. o The Farm Bill provides support and stability to our farmers, expands crop insurance, doubles how much farmers can borrow and helps open new markets for our farmers.• The President authorized the year-round sale of E15 gasoline which provided a boost to America’s corn growing communities.• Red tape that has harmed American farmers have been rolled back. o This includes eliminating the burdensome Obama-era Waters of the United States rule.• The historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act protected family farmers from the estate tax. o Thanks to the President’s historic tax cuts legislation, the effective tax rate for farmers is expected to fall from 17.2% to 13.9%.• President Trump is standing up for America’s farmers by negotiating fairer, freer, and more reciprocal trade deals that remove barriers and open markets for American farmers. o President Trump negotiated the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), getting a better deal for American farmers and ranchers. ▪ The USMCA will increase America’s Agricultural exports by $2.2 billion.▪ The USMCA will eliminates Canada’s discriminatory programs that allow low-priced dairy products to undersell our nation’s dairy producers.▪ USMCA includes expanded market access for dairy products, eggs, and poultry.o In a deal with the European Union, American soybean exports will be increased.o President Trump reached a new trade agreement with Japan. As a result, Japan will eliminate or reduce tariffs on approximately $7.2 billion in U.S. agricultural exports.o President Trump continues to stand up to China and their unfair trade practices which target our farmers. ▪ The Administration provided $16 billion in funds to support our farmers against unfair trade retaliation.• The Trump Administration continue to support and expand markets for America’s farmers.• Japan’s market has been opened to all American beef.• Restrictions have been eliminated on: o American pork exports to Argentina.o American beef to Brazil.o Idaho chipping potatoes to Japan.o American poultry to South Korea.• President Trump signed an Executive Order directing Federal agencies to streamline the agricultural biotechnology regulatory process.• The Trump Administration is working to promote connectivity in rural American by investing in rural broadband.• President Trump is working to protect our Nation’s forests.o In 2018, the President signed an Executive Order aimed at increasing responsible forest management and coordinating Federal, State, tribal, and local assets to prevent and combat wildfires.o In order to preserve the health of our forests, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 was signed into law.• President Trump and his administration continue to provide necessary disaster relief to impacted areas.EducationPresident Trump and his administration are putting students and families first.• The President understands the importance of education and continues to declare the last week in January National School Choice Week.• The President signed a historic Executive Order that promotes and protects free speech on college campuses.• President Trump and his Administration support the Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act.• In 2019, President Trump signed a memorandum that eliminates 100% of student loan debt for permanently disabled veterans.• The President continues to work with the Department of Education to expand transparency and give students expanded access to vital information about the career outcomes of the programs they enroll in.• President Trump has made Historically Black Colleges and Universities a priority, including appropriating more money to HBCUs in one year than any other president and establishing a Presidential Board of Advisors on HBCUs. o President Trump signed the FUTURE Act into law. The law permanently funds HBCUs and simplifies the FAFSA application• The President is committed to expanding and strengthening education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematic (STEM). o President Trump issued a presidential memorandum encouraging the Department of Education to promote STEM, especially Computer Science.o President Trump directed more than $200 million per year to technology education grants for women and programs that encourage participation in STEM careers.o The President signed the bipartisan reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This law provides the necessary training for students and workers to succeed in the 21st century economy.o The President donated his 2017 second quarter salary to the Department of Education. The funds were used to host a STEM focused camp for students.o President Trump signed the INSPIRE Act which encourages NASA to have more women and girls participate in STEM and pursue careers in aerospace.• The President signed an Executive Order to expand apprenticeships in America.• President Trump has encouraged state and federal lawmakers to expand school choice.• The administration lowered regulatory hurdles and restored flexibility to schools with respect to menus in their cafeterias.• President Trump is committed to making our schools safer.o President Trump encouraged passage of the STOP School Violence Act to provide funding grants to schools to improve security measures.o The Administration established a Commission on School Safety to examine ways to make schools safer for all students and teachers.• Additionally, the Administration proposed a new $5 billion annual tax credit to promote school choice. This move is supported by 2/3rds of black Americans.Military and VeteransPresident Trump is protecting America and our allies by rebuilding our military and ensuring our veterans receive the care they deserve.• President Trump has restored American military strength.• Under President Trump’s leadership, Congress passed three historic National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAA). o The FY2020 NDAA includes a much needed 3.1% pay raise for our troops.o The FY2020 NDAA establishes the United States Space Force to ensure American dominance in space.• President Trump signed the Veterans Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act to allow senior officials in the Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) to fire failing employees and establish safeguards to protect whistleblowers.• The President signed the V.A. Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017 to authorize $2.1 billion in additional funds for the Veterans Choice Program (VCP).• The Trump Administration created a new White House V.A. Hotline, staffed by veterans and family members.• The Administration has secured a record $8.6 billion in funding for mental health services with the goal of ending the tragedy of veteran suicide.• The Trump Administration has created the PREVENTS initiative, a task force aimed at unifying the efforts of government, businesses, and nonprofit groups to help our veterans.• The President has secured $73.1 billion for the Department of Veterans Affairs - the highest funding for the VA in history.• Veterans Affairs increased transparency and accountability by launching an online “Access and Quality Tool.” This provides veterans a way to access wait time and quality of care data.• In 2019, President Trump signed a memorandum that eliminates 100% of student loan debt for permanently disabled veterans. o The President also called upon all 50 states to ensure that disabled veterans do not pay state tax on their forgiven debts.• The unemployment rate among veterans is at a record low of 2.8%. o 9.1 million veterans are employed.o The number of unemployed veterans has been reduced by 40% under President Trump.• In November 2019, President Trump became the first president to walk in the New York City Veterans Day Parade.WomenUnder President Trump’s administration, women have been empowered to reach their economic potential.• Women have experienced record low unemployment under President Trump.• Since he was elected, President Trump has created over 4.3 million new jobs for women. o In 2019, 1.5 million jobs were added for women. This accounts for more than 50% of total job gains for the first time ever.o In December, the adult women’s unemployment rate hit 3.2%, the lowest since 1953.o The unemployment rate among women has been under 4% for 18 straight months.• During the President’s first year in office, the number of American women in poverty fell by nearly 600,000.• Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the child tax credit was doubled to $2,000 per child.• President Trump was the first president to include a paid family leave policy 2 budget proposals.• The FY2020 NDAA included paid parental leave for federal workers.• The President and his Administration are committed to keeping families and communities safe.• The Trump Administration has prioritized empowering women to pursue careers and realize their economic potential. o President Trump directed more than $200 million per year to technology education grants for women and programs that encourage participation in STEM careers.o President Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the National Council For The American Worker.o Over 300 companies and associations of all size and industry have signed the Administration’s Pledge to America’s Workers, promising to create more than 14 million education, training, and skill-building opportunities over the next 5 years.o Ivanka Trump created the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative (W-GDP) to help 50 million women in 22 developing countries realize their economic potential by 2025.• Additional Trump Administration efforts to empower women globally include: o The Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi): Aims to mobilize more than $2.6 billion in capital for women entrepreneurs in 26 developing countries.o The WomenConnect Challenge: Seeks to growth women’s access to digital technology and bridge the digital gender divide.o The 2X Women’s Initiative: Aimed at mobilizing $1 billion in capital to support women living in the developing world. This initiative has already mobilized more than $140 million from the private sector to support women in Latin America and the Caribbean.Black AmericansBlack Americans have a true champion in President Trump.• President Trump has created an astonishing 1.6 million new jobs for black Americans since his election. o In December, the black unemployment rate was at 5.9%.o The black American unemployment rate has been at or below 7% for 23 consecutive months.o Prior to President Trump’s administration, the black unemployment rate had never dipped below 7%.o In 2019, the African American unemployment rate hit a record low and remained below 7% for the entire year.• Under President Trump, incomes for black Americans have increased by 2.6%.• Under the Trump Economy, wages are continuing to rise which significantly benefits the lowest-paid workers.• The poverty rate among black Americans is at its lowest level in history. o Under President Trump, 350,000 fewer black Americans are living in poverty.• During the President’s first year in office, the black American poverty rate fell to 21.2% down from 22% the year before.• As a result of the historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, nearly 9,000 Opportunity Zones were created in all 50 states, DC, and 5 territories. o Opportunity Zones which will create jobs and spur investment in disadvantaged communities.o These Opportunity Zones will spur $100 billion in private capital investment and impact 1.4 million minority households.• President Trump signed the historic FIRST STEP Act into law. o The FIRST STEP ACT has been widely hailed as the most meaningful criminal justice reform in a generation.o This landmark legislation included necessary reforms to our justice system, improves our prison system, and prepares inmates for reentry in our communities.o As a result of the First Step Act, more than 3,000 Americans have been released from prison and 90% of those who have had their sentences reduced are black Americans.o The First Step Act shortens mandatory minimum sentences for nonviolent drug crimes and provides judges greater liberty to go around mandatory minimums.o The law also allows offenders sentenced under racially motivated mandatory minimums to petition for their cases to be re-evaluated.o President Trump was awarded the 2019 Bipartisan Justice award by the nonprofit 20/20 Bipartisan Justice Center. The President received this award for his “ability to work across the aisle to achieve meaningful progress in reforming our criminal justice system.”• President Trump has committed his Administration to advancing second chance hiring for former prisoners. This includes launching a “Ready to Work Initiative.”• The Trump Administration has fought for a federal tax credit on donations that fund scholarships to private schools, a proposal supported by 64% of African Americans.• President Trump has made supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) a top priority. o In February 2017, President Trump announced the President’s Board of Advisors on HBCUs.o The President signed an Executive Order on HBCUs in February 2017, the earliest any President has signed an Order on HBCUs.o The EO established an Interagency Working Group to advance and coordinate work regarding HBCUs.o The federal HBCU initiative office was moved back into the White House, a move that leaders had requested under President Obama.o President Trump has appropriated more money than any other president to HBCUs.o The President signed legislation to increase federal funding for HBCUs by 13%, the highest level ever.o President Trump signed the FUTURE Act into law. The law permanently funds HBCUs and simplifies the FAFSA application.o The President worked with Congress to lift the ban on Pell Grants on summer classes.o Through the Capital Financing Program, the Administration has provided more than $500 million in loans to HBCUs.o The President directed the entire federal government to develop a strategy to support HBCUs. To date, this has been supported by 32 departments and agencies.o The Administration has forgiven more than $300 million in outstanding debt for four schools impacted by natural disasters and the budget provided $10 million to defer loan payments for 6 school facing financial difficulties.o The Department of Education worked with HBCUs to protect $80 million in Title III carryover funding.o President Trump took a big step to end discriminatory restrictions to prevent faith based HBCUs from accessing federal support.o The Administration continues to work with HBCUs to expand apprenticeship opportunities, career choices, and ensure they are receiving adequate support.Latino AmericansUnder President Trump’s leadership the Latino American community has thrived.• Under President Trump, Latino Americans have experienced record low unemployment.• More than 2.9 million jobs have been created for Latino Americans since the President was elected. o In December, the Latino American unemployment rate was at a near record low of 4.2%.o The Hispanic American unemployment rate hit several record lows in 2019, including falling below 4% for the first time in history.• The median Latino American income rose by $1,786 during President Trump’s first year in office. o In 2017, the median Latino American income hit its highest ever recorded level ($50,486).• Since taking office, the Latino American homeownership rose by more than a percentage point (46.3% to 47.4%).• In addition to the booming economy, President Trump renegotiated freer and fairer trade deals such as the USMCA.• President Trump has stood up to socialism and communism in Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua. o Thanks to pressure from President Trump, 50 countries followed President Trump’s leadership in recognizing Juan Guaidó as the legitimate leader of Venezuela.o The Trump administration has rolled back President Obama’s disastrous rapprochement with Cuba, which only benefited the country’s dictatorship instead of its people.o At the direction of President Trump, the Treasury Department has imposed sanctions against senior officials in the Nicaraguan regime for their role in human rights abuses and undermining democracy.• The President has made it clear that American interests do not align with failed socialist policies.Asian AmericansUnder President Trump’s leadership Asian American unemployment has reached record lows.• In December, the Asian American unemployment rate was 2.5%, near a historic low.• The lowest ever record unemployment rate for Asian Americans (2.1%) came in June 2019.CURRENT NOTE: President Donald Trump and his administration have taken historic measures by signing four executive orders this past week to reduce the price of prescription drugs. Access to quality and affordable prescription drugs is something every American deserves.