Telework Transparency Act of 2024

12/24/2024, 12:08 AM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 735.
The Telework Transparency Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 4043, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in telework policies within federal agencies. The bill requires federal agencies to report to Congress on their telework programs, including the number of employees eligible for telework, the number of employees actually participating in telework, and the cost savings or other benefits associated with telework.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to establish telework policies that are consistent with best practices and guidelines set forth by the Office of Personnel Management. This includes ensuring that telework programs are accessible to all eligible employees, regardless of their location or job duties, and that telework agreements are regularly reviewed and updated.

The Telework Transparency Act of 2024 also includes provisions for evaluating the effectiveness of telework programs within federal agencies, including conducting surveys of employees and supervisors to gather feedback on the impact of telework on productivity, work-life balance, and other factors. This information will be used to make recommendations for improving telework policies and practices within federal agencies. Overall, the Telework Transparency Act of 2024 aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in telework programs within federal agencies, with the goal of increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving work-life balance for federal employees.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4043

Introduced on
2024-03-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/21/2024

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. 735.
The Telework Transparency Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 4043, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in telework policies within federal agencies. The bill requires federal agencies to report to Congress on their telework programs, including the number of employees eligible for telework, the number of employees actually participating in telework, and the cost savings or other benefits associated with telework.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to establish telework policies that are consistent with best practices and guidelines set forth by the Office of Personnel Management. This includes ensuring that telework programs are accessible to all eligible employees, regardless of their location or job duties, and that telework agreements are regularly reviewed and updated.

The Telework Transparency Act of 2024 also includes provisions for evaluating the effectiveness of telework programs within federal agencies, including conducting surveys of employees and supervisors to gather feedback on the impact of telework on productivity, work-life balance, and other factors. This information will be used to make recommendations for improving telework policies and practices within federal agencies. Overall, the Telework Transparency Act of 2024 aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in telework programs within federal agencies, with the goal of increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving work-life balance for federal employees.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to make executive agency telework policies transparent, to track executive agency use of telework, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Accounting and auditing•
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Commuting•
Computers and information technology•
Government buildings, facilities, and property•
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Internet, web applications, social media•
Office of Personnel Management (OPM)•
Performance measurement

Comments

APPROVED
PD
Parker Douglas
@strawberry_chard_sarsaparilla27960
I can't believe this new bill! It's gonna mess everything up for me. I don't like it at all.

APPROVED
SL
Simone Lewis
@suntory_chili_powder_cinnamon12205
I don't like this new work from home law. It makes things harder for me and my job. I wish they didn't pass it.

APPROVED
MC
Marigold Clapp
@cilantro_khmeli_suneli_clementine66491
I can't believe this ridiculous bill is even being considered! It's just another way for the government to stick their noses into our personal lives. Why should they care if I want to work from home or not? This is just another example of big governm...

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 735.