Agency Preparation for Transitions Act of 2024

1/14/2025, 7:03 PM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 733.
Bill 118 s 3654, also known as the Agency Preparation for Transitions Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that federal agencies are adequately prepared for transitions in leadership, particularly during presidential transitions.

The bill outlines several key provisions to achieve this goal. First, it requires federal agencies to develop and maintain comprehensive transition plans that outline how they will manage the transfer of power from one administration to the next. These plans must include details on how agency operations will continue uninterrupted during the transition period.

Additionally, the bill mandates that agencies designate specific transition coordinators who will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of these plans. These coordinators will work closely with incoming and outgoing administrations to ensure a smooth transition of power. Furthermore, the bill requires agencies to conduct regular training exercises to test their transition plans and identify any areas that may need improvement. This will help ensure that agencies are fully prepared for any potential changes in leadership. Overall, the Agency Preparation for Transitions Act of 2024 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal agencies during times of transition. By requiring agencies to develop comprehensive transition plans, designate transition coordinators, and conduct training exercises, this bill seeks to ensure that the government can continue to function smoothly regardless of changes in leadership.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3654

Introduced on
2024-01-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/24/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 733.
Bill 118 s 3654, also known as the Agency Preparation for Transitions Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that federal agencies are adequately prepared for transitions in leadership, particularly during presidential transitions.

The bill outlines several key provisions to achieve this goal. First, it requires federal agencies to develop and maintain comprehensive transition plans that outline how they will manage the transfer of power from one administration to the next. These plans must include details on how agency operations will continue uninterrupted during the transition period.

Additionally, the bill mandates that agencies designate specific transition coordinators who will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of these plans. These coordinators will work closely with incoming and outgoing administrations to ensure a smooth transition of power. Furthermore, the bill requires agencies to conduct regular training exercises to test their transition plans and identify any areas that may need improvement. This will help ensure that agencies are fully prepared for any potential changes in leadership. Overall, the Agency Preparation for Transitions Act of 2024 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal agencies during times of transition. By requiring agencies to develop comprehensive transition plans, designate transition coordinators, and conduct training exercises, this bill seeks to ensure that the government can continue to function smoothly regardless of changes in leadership.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Presidential Transition Act of 1963 to require the timely appointment of agency transition officials, to ensure adequate performance and oversight of required transition-related preparation, to require new guidance for agencies and possible transition teams, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Action12/19/2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 733.