Compliance with District Court order permanently enjoining implementation and enforcement of Executive Order 14230 – Addressing Risk from Perkins Coie LLP
ID: ComplianceWithDistrictCourtOrderPermanentlyEnjoiningImplementationAndEnforcementOfExecutiveOrder14230Type: Special Notice
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    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a special notice regarding compliance with a District Court order that permanently enjoins the implementation and enforcement of Executive Order 14230, which addressed alleged risks from Perkins Coie LLP. All EPA employees and contractors are directed to disregard the Executive Order and reverse any actions taken under it, following the court's ruling that deemed the Order unlawful for violating constitutional rights. This decision highlights the importance of adhering to judicial mandates in government operations, particularly concerning federal contracts and regulatory actions. For further inquiries, personnel are encouraged to contact their contracting officer or the Office of General Counsel for guidance on compliance measures.

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    Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP The White House.pdf
    The presidential action issued by the White House on March 6, 2025, addresses alleged risks posed by the law firm Perkins Coie LLP. The document outlines a series of measures intended to mitigate concerns regarding Perkins Coie’s activities, which include unethical legal practices and racially discriminatory hiring policies. It orders a review of security clearances for individuals associated with the firm and directs agencies to cease provision of government resources to Perkins Coie pending further investigation. Additionally, federal contracting agencies are instructed to require disclosure of any business relationships with Perkins Coie and to review existing contracts, with the potential for termination if deemed necessary. The order emphasizes the administration's commitment to ending discrimination under diversity policies and mandates scrutiny of large law firms' practices to ensure compliance with civil rights laws. This legislative action aligns with broader government initiatives aimed at safeguarding national security and ensuring adherence to democratic principles. The measures reflect a significant governmental stance against perceived corruption and discrimination in professional legal practices, reiterating the administration's priority of protecting public trust and equality under the law.
    Compliance with District Court order permanently enjoining implementation and enforcement of Executive Order 14230 Addressing Risk from Perkins Co.pdf
    This communication, authored by Kimberly Y. Patrick of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), addresses compliance following a federal court ruling concerning Executive Order 14230, signed by the President on March 6, 2025. The District Court for the District of Columbia permanently enjoined the implementation and enforcement of this Executive Order in the case of Perkins Coie LLP v. U.S. Department of Justice. Consequently, EPA personnel and contractors are instructed to disregard the Executive Order and reverse any related actions taken to date. The Department of Justice is exploring potential appeals, but until further notice or a new court order, strict adherence to the court's decision is mandatory to avoid contempt penalties. Staff are encouraged to consult their Office of General Counsel or contracting officer for guidance. This message underscores the necessity for compliance with legal mandates in government operations, especially regarding policies that affect federal contracts and regulatory actions. The document illustrates the procedural responsiveness required in the face of judicial decisions impacting federal directives.
    US_DIS_DCD_1_25cv716_d184995901e14436_ORDER_GRANTING_plaintiff_s_182_Motion_for_Summary_.pdf
    The United States District Court for the District of Columbia ruled on Perkins Coie LLP's Motion for Summary Judgment against the U.S. Department of Justice regarding Executive Order 14230, issued by the President. The Court granted the plaintiff's motion, declaring the Executive Order unlawful for violating the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. Consequently, the government is permanently enjoined from enforcing the Executive Order. Specific directives include halting any security clearance actions taken under the Order, notifying government personnel of its illegality, and rescinding all related guidance. The Court emphasized the need for the defendants to cease investigations and communication connected to Perkins Coie, ensuring normal business operations can resume without the constraints of the Order. This decision underscores the judiciary's role in protecting constitutional rights against executive actions deemed overreaching or unlawful.
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