ESTABLISHED 2024 A CIVIC RECORD — CONFIRMED ACTIONS, CONFIRMED FACTS April 15, 2026

Delegation of Functions Under Sanctioning Use of Civilians as Defenseless Shields Act

On May 24, 2019, President Trump signed Memorandum 2019-12696 delegating functions and authorities under the Sanctioning the Use of Civilians as Defenseless Shields Act. The memorandum transfers specified implementation powers to designated executive branch officials. The direct impact on Americans includes changes to how sanctions related to the use of civilians as shields are administered and enforced by the executive branch.