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REDUCE Act

3/17/2025, 1:08 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1511

Bill 119 hr 1511, also known as the "Redundant Positions Review Act," aims to address inefficiencies within the executive branch by directing agencies to review and eliminate redundant positions. The bill also seeks to limit civil service hiring and require agencies to develop plans for reducing their workforce or reorganizing their operations.

Under this legislation, executive branch agencies will be required to conduct a thorough review of their current positions to identify any redundancies. This review process will help agencies streamline their operations and eliminate unnecessary positions, ultimately leading to a more efficient and cost-effective government.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to limit civil service hiring, which will help control the size of the federal workforce and prevent unnecessary growth. By implementing hiring restrictions, agencies will be forced to prioritize their staffing needs and make more strategic decisions about their workforce. Furthermore, the bill mandates that agencies develop plans for reducing their workforce or reorganizing their operations. These plans will help agencies proactively address any redundancies or inefficiencies within their organization, leading to improved performance and cost savings. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1511 aims to promote efficiency and effectiveness within the executive branch by eliminating redundant positions, limiting civil service hiring, and requiring agencies to develop plans for workforce reductions or reorganization. By implementing these measures, the government can operate more efficiently and effectively serve the American people.

Current Status of Bill HR 1511

Bill HR 1511 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2025. Bill HR 1511 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2025.  Bill HR 1511's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of February 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1511

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1511

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1511

To direct executive branch agencies to conduct a review of redundant positions, to limit civil service hiring, to require agency plans for reductions in force or reorganization, and for other purposes.
To direct executive branch agencies to conduct a review of redundant positions, to limit civil service hiring, to require agency plans for reductions in force or reorganization, and for other purposes.

Comments

Pablo Sharp profile image

Pablo Sharp

455

9 months ago

Hey everyone, I was reading about this bill that wants to review positions and limit hiring in government agencies. Not sure how I feel about this - could this mean less job opportunities for people like me? What do you all think about the long term effects of this bill? #politics #HRBill1511

Brendan Oh profile image

Brendan Oh

468

9 months ago

This bill is gonna mess everything up! It's gonna make it harder for people to get jobs and just cause chaos in the government. Why are they doing this? How is this gonna help anyone in the short term?

Magdalena Hoyle profile image

Magdalena Hoyle

431

9 months ago

I think this bill is good idea. It could help make things better.