What does Preamble of Federal Freeze Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes,' aims to place restrictions on Federal agencies regarding appointments.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Federal Freeze Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Federal Freeze Act.

What does FREEZE ON FEDERAL HIRING AND SALARIES. of Federal Freeze Act do?

This section establishes a freeze on federal hiring and salaries for a one-year period beginning on the date of enactment. During this period, agency heads generally cannot increase the number of employees beyond the baseline number (the number of employees as of the date of enactment). Exceptions to the hiring freeze exist if an appointment serves the interest of law enforcement, public safety, or national security, or if the individual is essential to respond to a declared emergency. Employee salaries may not be increased during the one-year period. The section mandates reductions in agency workforce size: 2% within two years of enactment and 5% within three years. Employees deemed essential for law enforcement, public safety, national security, or emergency response are exempt from these reduction targets.

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Federal Freeze Act

Last updated: 2/3/2025 · Introduced: 2/3/2025

Author: Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

TL;DR (AI)

The Federal Freeze Act imposes a one-year freeze on federal hiring and salary increases, with exceptions for law enforcement, public safety, national security, and emergency response.
Agencies must reduce their workforce by 2% within two years and an additional 3% within three years, excluding employees in essential roles.
Appointments that serve law enforcement, public safety, or national security interests, or are necessary for emergency response, are exempt from the hiring freeze.

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