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Protect Our Probationary Employees Act

3/28/2025, 11:03 AM

Summary of Bill S 918

Bill 119 s 918, also known as the "Probationary Period Protection Act," aims to provide protection for federal employees who are involuntarily separated from government service while serving a probationary or trial period. The bill allows these employees to resume their probationary period upon reinstatement, ensuring that they are given a fair chance to prove their abilities and suitability for the position.

The bill seeks to address the vulnerability of federal employees who are terminated during their probationary period, often without due process or adequate justification. By allowing these employees to resume their probationary period upon reinstatement, the bill aims to prevent arbitrary dismissals and provide a more equitable process for evaluating their performance.

In addition to reinstating the probationary period for involuntarily separated employees, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. While the specific details of these provisions are not outlined in the summary, it is clear that the bill aims to protect the rights and interests of federal employees who are in probationary or trial periods. Overall, Bill 119 s 918 seeks to ensure that federal employees who are involuntarily separated from government service during their probationary period are given a fair opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities and suitability for the position. By reinstating their probationary period upon reinstatement, the bill aims to provide these employees with the protection and support they need to succeed in their roles.

Current Status of Bill S 918

Bill S 918 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill S 918 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 10, 2025.  Bill S 918's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 10, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 918

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
5
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 918

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 918

A bill to allow Federal employees who are involuntarily separated from Government service while serving a probationary or trial period to resume that period upon reinstatement, and for other purposes.
A bill to allow Federal employees who are involuntarily separated from Government service while serving a probationary or trial period to resume that period upon reinstatement, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Ezequiel Barefoot

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8 months ago

Hey y'all, have y'all heard about this new bill that's supposed to help protect our probationary employees? I think it's a good idea to give them more support and job security. How do y'all think this bill will impact our workforce in the long run?