Number: RS20711 Title: EXECUTIVE ORDER 12919: EMERGENCY POWERS OF THE PRESIDENT Authors: Robert B. Burdette, American Law Division Abstract: Executive Order 12919 concerns industrial preparedness during times of war and national emergency. This report describes what Executive Order 12919 does. It is intended to clarify common misunderstandings about the order's purpose and scope. Pages: 5 Date: Updated October 23, 2000