A bill to require each Executive department to establish policies and collect information regarding teleworking employees of the Executive department, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 5429

Bill 118 s 5429, also known as the Telework Enhancement Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to require every Executive department to create policies and gather data on employees who telework. Teleworking, also known as remote work, has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill seeks to ensure that Executive departments have clear guidelines in place for employees who work remotely and that they are able to effectively track and monitor teleworking arrangements. This includes establishing policies for teleworking, as well as collecting information on the number of employees who telework, the frequency of telework, and the impact of teleworking on productivity and efficiency.

The Telework Enhancement Act is designed to promote transparency and accountability within the Executive departments when it comes to teleworking. By requiring departments to establish clear policies and collect data on teleworking employees, the bill aims to ensure that telework is being utilized effectively and efficiently. Overall, the Telework Enhancement Act is a step towards modernizing the way that government employees work and ensuring that teleworking is a viable option for those in the Executive departments. It will be interesting to see how this legislation is implemented and the impact it has on teleworking practices within the government.

Current Status of Bill S 5429

Bill S 5429 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2024. Bill S 5429 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 5, 2024.  Bill S 5429's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5429

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5429

Primary Policy Focus

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