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A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
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.
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.
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
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 357
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 357
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 357
A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.
Comments
Averie Willis
585
1 year ago
I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for me and my family. Why are they even doing this? It's just gonna cause more problems.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 357
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