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EPA Hiring Restriction: Public Health Service Act Authority Limited

This act restricts the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from hiring new employees using specific public health service act authorities. This means the EPA cannot hire or pay new staff under these provisions, potentially impacting its capacity to perform environmental protection duties.
Key points
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is prohibited from hiring or paying new employees under specific sections of the Public Health Service Act.
This restriction applies only to new hires; existing employees under these provisions are not affected.
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Print number: 117_HR_3181
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health and Human Services Hiree Clarification Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3181.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is prohibited from hiring or paying new employees under specific sections of the Public Health Service Act.
  • This restriction applies only to new hires; existing employees under these provisions are not affected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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