A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.

12/12/2024, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 118 s 5482, also known as the "Federal Agency Appointment Restrictions Act," aims to place limitations on how Federal agencies can make appointments. The bill seeks to ensure that appointments within Federal agencies are made in a fair and transparent manner, free from any potential biases or conflicts of interest.

Under this bill, Federal agencies would be required to adhere to strict guidelines when appointing individuals to key positions. These guidelines would include conducting thorough background checks on potential appointees, ensuring that appointees do not have any conflicts of interest that could compromise their ability to fulfill their duties impartially, and providing transparency in the appointment process.

The goal of this legislation is to promote accountability and integrity within Federal agencies by preventing any undue influence or favoritism in the appointment of key personnel. By imposing these restrictions, the bill aims to uphold the principles of fairness and meritocracy in the selection of individuals to serve in important roles within the Federal government. Overall, Bill 118 s 5482 seeks to enhance the credibility and effectiveness of Federal agencies by ensuring that appointments are made based on qualifications and merit, rather than personal connections or political considerations.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5482

Introduced on
2024-12-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 118 s 5482, also known as the "Federal Agency Appointment Restrictions Act," aims to place limitations on how Federal agencies can make appointments. The bill seeks to ensure that appointments within Federal agencies are made in a fair and transparent manner, free from any potential biases or conflicts of interest.

Under this bill, Federal agencies would be required to adhere to strict guidelines when appointing individuals to key positions. These guidelines would include conducting thorough background checks on potential appointees, ensuring that appointees do not have any conflicts of interest that could compromise their ability to fulfill their duties impartially, and providing transparency in the appointment process.

The goal of this legislation is to promote accountability and integrity within Federal agencies by preventing any undue influence or favoritism in the appointment of key personnel. By imposing these restrictions, the bill aims to uphold the principles of fairness and meritocracy in the selection of individuals to serve in important roles within the Federal government. Overall, Bill 118 s 5482 seeks to enhance the credibility and effectiveness of Federal agencies by ensuring that appointments are made based on qualifications and merit, rather than personal connections or political considerations.
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Official Title as IntroducedA bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.