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Presidential Transition Enhancement Act of 2018
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Summary of Bill S 3487
Bill 115 s 3487, also known as the Presidential Transition Enhancement Act of 2018, is a piece of legislation aimed at improving the transition process between presidential administrations in the United States. The bill was introduced in the Senate on September 26, 2018, by Senator Ron Johnson.
The main purpose of the bill is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of presidential transitions by providing resources and support to incoming administrations. This includes requiring federal agencies to develop and submit transition plans to Congress, as well as establishing a White House Transition Coordinating Council to oversee the transition process.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve communication and coordination between outgoing and incoming administrations by requiring the General Services Administration (GSA) to provide office space and other resources to transition teams. It also requires the GSA to develop a comprehensive training program for incoming administration officials. Overall, the Presidential Transition Enhancement Act of 2018 seeks to ensure a smooth and orderly transition of power between presidential administrations, ultimately benefiting the American people by promoting continuity and stability in government.
The main purpose of the bill is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of presidential transitions by providing resources and support to incoming administrations. This includes requiring federal agencies to develop and submit transition plans to Congress, as well as establishing a White House Transition Coordinating Council to oversee the transition process.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve communication and coordination between outgoing and incoming administrations by requiring the General Services Administration (GSA) to provide office space and other resources to transition teams. It also requires the GSA to develop a comprehensive training program for incoming administration officials. Overall, the Presidential Transition Enhancement Act of 2018 seeks to ensure a smooth and orderly transition of power between presidential administrations, ultimately benefiting the American people by promoting continuity and stability in government.
Current Status of Bill S 3487
Bill S 3487 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2018. Bill S 3487 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2018. Bill S 3487's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 672. as of November 26, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3487
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3487
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3487
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