Who is responsible for enforcing the policies outlined in EO 1.21?

The responsibility for enforcing the policies outlined in EO 1.21 falls to agency heads and designated personnel because they are typically entrusted with the authority and oversight necessary to implement and manage such policies effectively. These individuals are often in leadership positions within their respective agencies, which allows them to ensure compliance with the policies and to facilitate training, communication, and adherence among their teams.

The role of the agency heads and designated personnel includes not only enforcing the policies but also providing guidance on how to interpret and implement them correctly. This ensures that everyone within the agency understands the expectations set forth in the executive order, promoting consistency and accountability.

In contrast, other groups may play supportive roles or contribute to the broader conversation about the policies, but they do not have the direct authority or responsibility for implementation like agency heads do. Local government officials may have some overlap in responsibility, but the overarching enforcement aligns more directly with agency leadership. Community leaders and activists can advocate for or raise awareness about these policies, and the general public may be affected by the implementation, but enforcement remains solely the purview of designated personnel within the relevant agencies.