A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.

Hozzl · 2025-02-04T11:56:26Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 357 A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/4/2025, 11:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 357

Bill 119 s 357, also known as the "Federal Agency Appointment Restriction Act," aims to impose 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.

Under this bill, Federal agencies would be required to follow specific guidelines when appointing individuals to key positions. These guidelines would include requirements for public notice of vacancies, qualifications for candidates, and a transparent selection process.

The purpose of this bill is to prevent any potential abuse of power or favoritism in the appointment process within Federal agencies. By imposing restrictions and guidelines, the bill aims to promote accountability and fairness in the selection of individuals for important roles within the government. Overall, Bill 119 s 357 seeks to improve the integrity and transparency of the appointment process within Federal agencies, ultimately ensuring that qualified individuals are selected for key positions based on merit and qualifications.

Congressional Summary of S 357

Federal Freeze Act

This bill bars pay raises for federal employees for one year and requires reductions in the number of employees at each federal agency.

The bill prohibits agencies from increasing the basic pay of any employee for one year after enactment. Also in that first year, the bill prohibits each federal agency from increasing the number of its employees beyond the number employed on the date of the bill's enactment, except that the agency may increase such number (1) when making appointments to positions related to law enforcement, public safety, or national security; or (2) if the individual so appointed is essential to emergency response under the Stafford Act. (The Stafford Act authorizes the President to issue declarations that provide states, tribes, and localities with a range of federal assistance in response to natural disasters and man-made incidents).

Additionally, the bill requires reductions in force such that within three years of the bill's enactment the number of employees at each agency is 5% lower than it was on the date of the bill's enactment. Employees that serve the interest of law enforcement, public safety, or national security or are essential to emergency response under the Stafford Act are not counted for the purposes of determining the number of employees at each agency.

Current Status of Bill S 357

Bill S 357 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 3, 2025. Bill S 357 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 3, 2025. Bill S 357's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of February 3, 2025