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Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act

4/7/2025, 3:21 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1531

Bill 114 hr 1531, also known as the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide greater flexibility for federal land management agencies, such as the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service, in hiring and retaining employees.

Specifically, the bill aims to address the challenges faced by these agencies in recruiting and retaining qualified employees by allowing them to offer more competitive salaries and benefits. This would help to attract and retain a skilled workforce, ultimately improving the management of federal lands.

Additionally, the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act would also provide greater flexibility for agencies to hire seasonal employees, who are often crucial for managing federal lands during peak seasons. By allowing agencies to hire seasonal employees more easily, this bill would help to ensure that federal lands are properly managed and maintained throughout the year. Overall, the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of federal land management agencies by providing them with the tools and flexibility they need to recruit and retain a skilled workforce. This bill has the potential to have a positive impact on the management of federal lands and the conservation of natural resources.

Current Status of Bill HR 1531

Bill HR 1531 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2015. Bill HR 1531 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on March 23, 2015.  Bill HR 1531's most recent activity was By Senator Johnson from Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 08/05/2015. Report No. 114-123. as of August 28, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1531

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 1531

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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