How Will Executive Order 14247 Affect Local Government Payments?

by | Oct 7, 2025 | Government Solutions | 0 comments

"Government office employee processing a digital payment to comply with paper check phase-out mandates.

The Executive Challenge: Beyond Patchwork Systems

Executive Summary

Federal Executive Order 14247 requires a transition to 100% electronic payments by September 30, 2025. This guide outlines how local Treasurers and Finance Directors can modernize their infrastructure, reduce reconciliation labor by up to 50%, and maintain compliance using a ‘County in the Cloud’ approach.

The Shift to Digital

For local government leadership, the shift to digital is no longer elective. Disconnected payment silos—where utilities, property taxes, and court fees run on different vendors—create “data graveyards.” These legacy systems increase reconciliation labor by 40-60% and introduce critical security gaps.

IntelliPay’s Integrated Solution: Our “County in the Cloud” suite is a consolidated ecosystem. We don’t just process cards; we integrate directly into your accounting software to automate the entire revenue lifecycle—from the moment a citizen pays via mobile to the moment it hits your general ledger.

Compliance Spotlight: Executive Order 14247 & The End of Paper Checks

What every Finance Director needs to know: Federal Executive Order 14247 mandates a transition to 100% electronic disbursements and receipts by September 30, 2025. This sunsetting of paper check infrastructure will have a trickle-down effect on local government operations.

  • The Mandate: Shift to secure electronic methods (ACH, Direct Deposit, Digital Wallets).

  • The Deadline: September 30, 2025.

  • The Solution: IntelliPay provides the digital infrastructure to replace check-heavy workflows with automated, real-time electronic posting.

Core Benefits for Government Entities

  • Zero-Cost-to-Biller Models: Legally compliant fee-shifting models (Service/Convenience Fees) allow you to modernize infrastructure without impacting the public budget.

  • Automated Reconciliation: Reduce staff “close-out” hours by over 50% with real-time disbursement matching.

  • Enterprise Security: As a PCI DSS Level 1 provider, we reduce your agency’s PCI scope by keeping sensitive data off your local network and on our encrypted, Google Cloud-hosted servers.

The 5-Step Transition to Electronic Payments

  1. Audit Existing Vendors: Identify which departments are still operating on siloed, legacy payment platforms.

  2. Review Fee Legality: Confirm that your service fee models comply with current state regulations.

  3. Draft a Compliance Plan: Map out how your office will meet the September 30, 2025, federal electronic mandate.

  4. Integrate General Ledger: Ensure your payment platform “talks” to your accounting software in real-time.

  5. Launch Citizen Outreach: Inform residents of the shift from paper checks to faster, secure digital options.

FAQ 

Q: How does Executive Order 14247 affect local property tax payments? A: While the order is federal, it signals the decommissioning of the national paper check infrastructure. Local governments must adopt electronic payment platforms like IntelliPay to ensure revenue continuity as residents move away from traditional banking mail-ins.

Q: Can IntelliPay integrate with existing government ERP or accounting software? A: Yes. IntelliPay is designed for interoperability. We provide real-time data exports and API integrations that post payments directly to your financial system of record, eliminating manual entry.

Q: What is the implementation timeline for a digital payment transition? A: Using our consultative implementation framework, most agencies can be fully operational within 45–60 days. This includes staff training, hardware deployment (POS), and online portal launch.

Disclaimer: IntelliPay is a specialized provider of B2G (Business-to-Government) payment solutions. While this post discusses the efficiency of our platform, it is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute a formal bid, legal advice, or an endorsement by any specific municipality. Fee structures (including Service Fees and Convenience Fees) are subject to state statutes and local ordinances. Please consult with your municipal counsel to ensure compliance with local public finance laws.

Last Updated December 2025