Saving NIST’s Workforce Act

Bill 119 HR 2209, also known as the Reduction in Force Moratorium Act, aims to implement a temporary halt on any reduction in force at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the operations of NIST.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is a federal agency that falls under the Department of Commerce and is responsible for promoting innovation and industrial competitiveness in the United States. Reduction in force refers to the process of reducing the number of employees within an organization, typically through layoffs or attrition.

The Reduction in Force Moratorium Act seeks to prevent any layoffs or reductions in force at NIST for a specified period of time. This moratorium is intended to provide stability for employees at NIST and ensure that the agency can continue its important work without disruptions caused by workforce reductions. In addition to the moratorium on reductions in force, the bill may also include other provisions related to the operations of NIST. These provisions could address issues such as funding, research priorities, or organizational structure within the agency. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2209 aims to protect the workforce at the National Institute of Standards and Technology and support the agency in fulfilling its mission of promoting innovation and competitiveness in the United States.