President Trump orders shift from paper checks to electronic payments in federal agencies by Sept. 30, 2025.

President Trump signed an executive order to modernize the U.S. Treasury payment system, aiming to shift from paper checks to electronic payments by September 30, 2025, to reduce fraud and inefficiencies. The directive requires federal agencies to use methods like direct deposit and prepaid cards. The Treasury Department must phase out paper checks, except in cases where individuals lack banking access or in emergencies.