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Accountable Federal Employees Act: Changes to Employment and Unions

This act aims to enhance accountability and efficiency within the U.S. federal civil service. It introduces new rules for hiring and dismissing federal employees, especially those in policy-making roles. It also modifies regulations concerning taxpayer-funded union time and collective bargaining, striving for savings and transparency.
Key points
A new employment category (Schedule F) for confidential and policy-making federal employees, streamlining their hiring and dismissal.
Simplification of procedures for dismissing federal employees due to poor performance or misconduct, emphasizing swift action.
Restrictions on taxpayer-funded union time and a requirement for prior authorization for its use, increasing transparency of public expenditures.
Changes to collective bargaining negotiations, aiming to expedite processes and ensure agreements promote efficiency and cost savings in government agencies.
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Print number: 117_HR_7095
Sponsor: Rep. Hice, Jody B. [R-GA-10]
Process start date: 2022-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accountable Feds Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7095.

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 2022-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new employment category (Schedule F) for confidential and policy-making federal employees, streamlining their hiring and dismissal.
  • Simplification of procedures for dismissing federal employees due to poor performance or misconduct, emphasizing swift action.
  • Restrictions on taxpayer-funded union time and a requirement for prior authorization for its use, increasing transparency of public expenditures.
  • Changes to collective bargaining negotiations, aiming to expedite processes and ensure agreements promote efficiency and cost savings in government agencies.
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. Hice, Jody B. [R-GA-10].

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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