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Federal Employees Return to Office: New On-Site Work Rules

This act requires federal agencies to bring employees back to their physical duty stations and work hours as they were before the COVID-19 pandemic. This impacts the daily commutes and work arrangements for thousands of federal employees. Exceptions are made for those hired after February 2020, in cases of significant COVID-19 community spread, and for immunocompromised individuals.
Key points
Most federal employees who complied with vaccination requirements will be required to return to in-person work.
The return to on-site work will be at the duty station and hours of work as of February 15, 2020.
Exemptions from returning to the office include employees hired after February 2020, immunocompromised individuals, and situations with substantial COVID-19 community transmission.
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Print number: 117_HR_5903
Sponsor: Rep. Jacobs, Chris [R-NY-27]
Process start date: 2021-11-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HERD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5903.

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 2021-11-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Most federal employees who complied with vaccination requirements will be required to return to in-person work.
  • The return to on-site work will be at the duty station and hours of work as of February 15, 2020.
  • Exemptions from returning to the office include employees hired after February 2020, immunocompromised individuals, and situations with substantial COVID-19 community transmission.
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. Jacobs, Chris [R-NY-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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