Executive Order 14389

Ending Certain Tariff Actions

Signed 2026-02-20 in effect
TariffsTradeIEEPA
Trade & Tariffs

Terminates certain IEEPA-based tariff actions following the Supreme Court's ruling in *Learning Resources v. Trump* (Feb. 20, 2026) that IEEPA does not authorize tariffs. The administration attempts to shift remaining tariffs to other statutory authorities.

Section by Section

What each section does, and how they differ.

Sec. 1 Background

Describes prior executive orders imposing tariffs pursuant to emergency authorities; establishes that these tariffs shall be terminated effective immediately.

Sec. 2 Implementation

Directs each agency head to take appropriate steps to end additional duties imposed under prior executive orders; directs Secretary of Commerce, DHS, and U.S. Trade Representative to determine whether modifications to tariff schedules are necessary.

Sec. 3 General Provisions

Standard boilerplate: preserves existing agency authority, conditions the order on appropriations, and creates no enforceable private rights.