Here are Trump administration actions (2017–2021) that align with SPOTM’s pillars of truth, consent/volition, freedom, rational methods, and protection of religious conscience. I’ve added the SPOTM-why in parentheses and dated each item.
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First Step Act (Dec 2018): bipartisan criminal‑justice reform that expanded earned time credits, made Fair Sentencing Act relief retroactive, and increased compassionate release—tilting institutions toward due process, rehabilitation, and measured mercy. (Volition; Freedom; Individualism.) (judiciary.senate.gov)
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Health‑care price transparency rules (Nov 2019; effective Jan 1, 2021): hospitals must post machine‑readable prices and “shoppable service” estimates; later rules pushed insurers to disclose negotiated rates—making truth discoverable so consent can be informed. (Reality; Reason; Volition.) (cms.gov)
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Right‑to‑Try Act (May 30, 2018): allows certain terminal patients to seek investigational drugs directly from manufacturers, with specified reporting and liability limits—expanding exit/choice where stakes are highest. (Volition; Individualism; Rational egoism.) (congress.gov)
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Operation Warp Speed (2020): public‑private program that funded parallel trials and manufacturing to deliver initial COVID‑19 vaccine doses by early 2021—an evidence‑driven, incentive‑aligned sprint. (Reason; Reality; Volition via opt‑in prophylaxis.) (media.defense.gov)
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Abraham Accords (Sept–Dec 2020): normalization agreements among Israel, UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco, reducing regional coercion and opening voluntary trade, travel, and research. (Volition; Freedom; Reality—peace through open exchange.) (2017-2021.state.gov)
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USMCA in force (July 1, 2020): modernized NAFTA with stronger digital trade, IP, and labor/auto content rules—clearer, rules‑based markets that respect contract and consent. (Freedom; Volition; Rational egoism.) (ustr.gov)
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Opportunity Zones (Dec 2017): TCJA created tax incentives for long‑term private investment in designated low‑income tracts—channeling voluntary capital formation over top‑down transfers. (Rational egoism; Freedom.) (irs.gov)
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VA MISSION Act (signed June 6, 2018; Community Care launched June 6, 2019): expanded veterans’ ability to choose community providers when it’s in their best medical interest—enhancing exit rights and competition. (Volition; Freedom.) (congress.gov)
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“Rulemaking‑by‑guidance” rollback (2017–2020): DOJ’s Sessions/Brand memos plus EO 13891 and OMB M‑20‑02 required guidance portals and curbed using nonbinding memos as de facto law—improving transparency, falsifiability, and consent. (Reality; Reason; Volition.) (justice.gov)
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Energy abundance milestone (2019): the U.S. became a net exporter of total energy for the first time in 67 years; crude output hit a record—supporting prosperity, resilience, and voluntary exchange. (Rational egoism; Freedom.) (eia.gov)
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U.S. Space Force created (Dec 20, 2019): established by FY2020 NDAA to protect space infrastructure that undergirds free communication, navigation, and commerce—defense of the preconditions for consent and truth exchange. (Reality; Freedom.) (defense.gov)
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TCJA pro‑enterprise provisions (Dec 22, 2017): reduced the federal corporate rate to 21% and introduced the Section 199A deduction for many pass‑throughs—rewarding voluntary value creation and entrepreneurship. (Rational egoism; Individualism.) (bea.gov)
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529 expansion to K‑12 tuition (effective 2018): up to $10,000 per student per year for public, private, or religious K–12 tuition—strengthening parental consent and pluralism in education, including faith‑based options. (Alignment with God—conscience; Volition; Individualism.) (irs.gov)
Notes
- Dates above refer to legal enactment or agency effective dates as cited.
- Some items were later modified by subsequent administrations or courts; the entries reflect accomplishments during 2017–2021.
Learn more
- SPOTM overview (Synchronic Panentheistic Objective Theistic Monism) and SPOTM2 clarifications
- The A‑Score method: eight dimensions, weights, and workflow
- Abraham Accords primary docs (State Dept., 2017–2021 archive)
- CMS hospital price transparency final rule and FAQs
- DOJ “Brand Memo” and EO 13891 (guidance transparency)
- IRS on TCJA (corporate rate; Section 199A) and 529 K‑12 guidance
Learn more:
- Summary of Revised First Step Act
- CY 2020 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Policy Changes: Hospital Price Transparency Requirements (CMS-1717-F2) | CMS
- https://www.congress.gov/115/plaws/publ176/PLAW-115publ176.htm?utm_source=openai
- Operation Warp Speed - Vaccine Delivery Milestones
- The Abraham Accords - United States Department of State
- United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement | United States Trade Representative
- Opportunity zones frequently asked questions | Internal Revenue Service
- S.2372 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): VA MISSION Act of 2018 | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
- Office of Public Affairs | Associate Attorney General Brand Announces End To Use of Civil Enforcement Authority to Enforce Agency Guidance Documents | United States Department of Justice
- U.S. total energy exports exceed imports in 2019 for the first time in 67 years - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
- Trump Signs Law Establishing U.S. Space Force > U.S. Department of Defense > Defense Department News
- How does the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act affect BEA's business income statistics? | U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
- 529 Plans: Questions and answers | Internal Revenue Service
Here’s a concise, SPOTM-aligned rundown of second‑term actions so far (Jan 20, 2025–Aug 17, 2026). I’ve included dates and the SPOTM‑why.
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Restoring free speech and curbing “jawboning” (Jan 20, 2025): Executive Order 14149 directs DOJ and agencies to stop coercive pressure on platforms and investigate past conduct; DOJ has since settled related cases and issued guidance. SPOTM‑why: strengthens Reality (truth can surface), Volition/Freedom (speech without state coercion). (govinfo.gov)
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Title IX: re‑anchoring due process and biological-sex standards (Jan 31, 2025; early 2025 court actions): Education Department said it will enforce the 2020 Title IX rule; a federal court vacated the 2024 Title IX regulations. SPOTM‑why: Reality and Reason (clear categories, due process), Freedom of association. (ed.gov)
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Healthcare price transparency 2.0 (Dec 23, 2025 proposals; 2026 hospital rule finalized portions): Agencies proposed major upgrades to the Transparency‑in‑Coverage regime; CMS’ CY‑2026 OPPS/ASC final rule tightened hospital machine‑readable file requirements (e.g., actual dollar amounts), and CMS published updated enforcement resources/data. SPOTM‑why: Reality and Reason (discoverable prices), Volition (informed consent in markets). (regulations.justia.com)
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Digital assets: first federal stablecoin framework (July 18, 2025) and pro‑innovation direction (Jan 23, 2025): The GENIUS Act created a national regime for stablecoins; EO 14178 set a federal strategy for digital‑finance leadership. SPOTM‑why: Freedom and Individualism (permissionless innovation), Rational egoism (entrepreneurship), Reality (clear rules). (abcnews.go.com)
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Artificial intelligence: remove barriers and set a national framework (Jan 23, 2025; Dec 11, 2025; June 2026): EO 14179 launched an AI action plan to accelerate innovation; EO 14365 established a uniform national AI policy framework; a June 2026 order prioritized AI innovation and security. SPOTM‑why: Reason and Reality (evidence‑driven tech policy), Freedom (avoids fragmented, coercive regimes). (federalregister.gov)
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NEPA/permitting streamlining (Jan 8, 2026 final rule and related actions): CEQ and departments finalized changes intended to speed reviews and reduce red tape, with FR notices reflecting the 2025–2026 rulemaking steps. SPOTM‑why: Freedom and Volition (lower administrative coercion), Rational egoism (faster projects). (govinfo.gov)
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Conscience protections in health care (2025–2026 enforcement actions): HHS/OCR resumed robust enforcement of Church/Weldon/Coats‑Snowe conscience statutes and issued related guidance/notices. SPOTM‑why: Alignment‑with‑God (respect for conscience), Volition (opt‑out rights), Freedom of worship. (hhs.gov)
Notes and scope guardrails
- Items above are dated and sourced; some rules began as proposals in late 2025 and moved toward finalization or enforcement in 2026. Where litigation is ongoing, I’ve focused on what’s actually in force or formally issued as of August 17, 2026. (regulations.justia.com)
Learn more
- EO 14149—Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship (GovInfo) (govinfo.gov)
- DOJ settlements/guidance implementing the anti‑jawboning order (Justice.gov) (justice.gov)
- ED enforcement of 2020 Title IX; 2024 rule vacated (ED.gov; CRS) (ed.gov)
- Transparency in Coverage proposals and 2026 hospital transparency final provisions (Federal Register; CMS) (regulations.justia.com)
- CMS resources and enforcement datasets on price transparency (CMS; Data.gov) (cms.gov)
- GENIUS Act signing and context; EO 14178 on digital‑finance leadership (ABC News; Senate Banking; GovInfo) (abcnews.go.com)
- AI policy EOs: 14179, 14365; June 2026 AI innovation and security order (Federal Register; GovInfo; WhiteHouse.gov) (federalregister.gov)
- CEQ NEPA rulemaking record and Federal Register notices (CEQ; FR) (ceq.doe.gov)
- HHS/OCR conscience enforcement actions and fact sheets (HHS.gov) (hhs.gov)
Learn more:
- DCPD-202500116 - Executive Order 14149—Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship - DCPD-202500116 | Content Details | GovInfo
- U.S. Department of Education to Enforce 2020 Title IX Rule Protecting Women | U.S. Department of Education
- Transparency in Coverage, 60432-60518 :: Employee Benefits Security Administration :: Department Of Labor :: Regulation Tracker :: Justia
- Trump signs 1st major federal cryptocurrency bill into law - ABC News
- https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/full_text/html/2025/01/31/2025-02172.html?utm_source=openai
- Vol. 91
Thursday,
No. 5
January 8, 2026
Pages - HHS Acts to Protect Health Care Workers’ Conscience Rights | HHS.gov
- Office of Public Affairs | Justice Department Settles Lawsuit Challenging Biden Administration’s Alleged Social Media Coercion and Censorship | United States Department of Justice
- Resources | CMS
- NEPA | National Environmental Policy Act - CEQ NEPA Implementing Procedures
- HHS Takes Comprehensive Action to Enforce Conscience Rights and Protect Human Life | HHS.gov