Compliance with Final Order in Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP v. Executive Office of the President
ID: Compliance_with_Final_Order_in_Wilmer_Cutler_Pickering_Hale_and_Dorr_LLP_v_Executive_Office_of_the_PresidentType: Special Notice
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCYENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

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    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is addressing compliance with a court ruling related to Executive Order 14250, which was deemed unconstitutional by the U.S. District Court. All EPA employees and contractors are instructed to disregard this Executive Order and reverse any actions taken in its implementation, following a permanent injunction issued on May 27, 2025. This ruling underscores the importance of adhering to judicial decisions within federal governance, ensuring that constitutional rights are upheld and that executive actions are subject to judicial review. For further inquiries, personnel are encouraged to contact their contracting officer or the Office of General Counsel as appropriate.

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    In the civil case between Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP and the Executive Office of the President, the court addressed the constitutionality of Executive Order 14250. The order, issued on March 27, 2025, was declared unconstitutional for violating the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments, marking it as null and void. The court partially granted the defendants' Motion to Dismiss, dismissing specific counts (VIII, IX, and XI) with prejudice, while allowing Counts I-VII and X to proceed. Wilmer Hale's Motion for Summary Judgment was granted regarding the permissible counts and deemed moot for the dismissed counts. Consequently, agency defendants were permanently enjoined from implementing Executive Order 14250 and required to take steps to nullify any attempts at enforcement. The court also mandated the issuance of guidance to ensure compliance among involved parties. This decision underscores the judiciary's role in reviewing executive actions, particularly when constitutional rights are perceived to be at risk, and reaffirms the checks and balances between branches of government in the context of executive orders.
    Compliance with Final Order in Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP v. Executive Office of the President 1_25-cv-917 (D.D.C.).pdf
    The message from Kimberly Y. Patrick, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, addresses compliance with a court ruling regarding Executive Order 14250, signed by the President on March 27, 2025. This Executive Order aimed to address risks associated with WilmerHale, but a permanent injunction was issued by U.S. District Court Judge Richard J. Leon on May 27, 2025, which barred the EPA from implementing the order. All EPA personnel and contractors are instructed to disregard Executive Order 14250 and reverse any actions taken in its implementation. The message reinforces the need for compliance to avoid potential contempt penalties and indicates that the Executive Branch believes the Executive Order's issuance was lawful, with the DOJ exploring appeal options. Employees are encouraged to direct any questions to the Office of General Counsel. This communication highlights the importance of adhering to judicial rulings within the context of federal governance and operational protocols.
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