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To impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
1/4/2025, 11:17 AM
Summary of Bill HR 10412
Bill 118 hr 10412, also known as the "Federal Agency Appointment Restrictions Act," aims to place limitations on how Federal agencies can make appointments. The bill seeks to ensure that appointments within Federal agencies are made in a fair and transparent manner, free from any undue influence or bias.
Specifically, the bill outlines several key provisions. First, it requires Federal agencies to adhere to strict guidelines when appointing individuals to key positions within the agency. This includes conducting thorough background checks and ensuring that candidates are qualified for the position based on their experience and credentials.
Additionally, the bill prohibits Federal agencies from making appointments based on political affiliation or other discriminatory factors. This is intended to promote diversity and inclusivity within Federal agencies, ensuring that appointments are made based on merit rather than political considerations. Furthermore, the bill includes measures to increase transparency in the appointment process. Federal agencies will be required to publicly disclose information about appointments, including the qualifications of the appointee and the rationale for their selection. Overall, the Federal Agency Appointment Restrictions Act aims to promote fairness, transparency, and meritocracy within Federal agencies. By imposing restrictions on how appointments are made, the bill seeks to ensure that the best-qualified individuals are selected for key positions, regardless of political considerations.
Specifically, the bill outlines several key provisions. First, it requires Federal agencies to adhere to strict guidelines when appointing individuals to key positions within the agency. This includes conducting thorough background checks and ensuring that candidates are qualified for the position based on their experience and credentials.
Additionally, the bill prohibits Federal agencies from making appointments based on political affiliation or other discriminatory factors. This is intended to promote diversity and inclusivity within Federal agencies, ensuring that appointments are made based on merit rather than political considerations. Furthermore, the bill includes measures to increase transparency in the appointment process. Federal agencies will be required to publicly disclose information about appointments, including the qualifications of the appointee and the rationale for their selection. Overall, the Federal Agency Appointment Restrictions Act aims to promote fairness, transparency, and meritocracy within Federal agencies. By imposing restrictions on how appointments are made, the bill seeks to ensure that the best-qualified individuals are selected for key positions, regardless of political considerations.
Current Status of Bill HR 10412
Bill HR 10412 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 16, 2024. Bill HR 10412 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 16, 2024. Bill HR 10412's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of December 16, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10412
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10412
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10412
To impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
To impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
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