A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to eliminate the use of official time by Federal employees.

Bill 118 s 4868, also known as the "Official Time Reform Act," aims to make changes to title 5 of the United States Code in order to eliminate the use of official time by Federal employees. Official time is the practice of allowing Federal employees to perform union-related activities while on the clock, with their salaries paid by the government.

The bill seeks to prohibit Federal employees from using official time for any union-related activities, including representing employees in grievances, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, or participating in union meetings. This would effectively require Federal employees to use their personal time for any union-related activities, rather than being able to do so during their work hours.

Supporters of the bill argue that official time is a misuse of taxpayer dollars, as it allows Federal employees to conduct union activities while still receiving their full salary from the government. They believe that Federal employees should be focused solely on their job duties while on the clock, rather than engaging in union-related activities. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that official time is an important tool for Federal employees to ensure fair treatment in the workplace and protect their rights. They believe that eliminating official time would weaken the ability of Federal employees to advocate for themselves and negotiate fair working conditions. Overall, Bill 118 s 4868 represents a significant change to the way Federal employees are able to engage in union-related activities while on the job. It has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders about the balance between employee rights and taxpayer dollars.