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Global Engagement Center: Extended Authority and Streamlined Hiring.

This bill extends the Global Engagement Center's operations until the end of 2027. For a five-year period, the Center will also have simplified hiring procedures, allowing it to appoint employees and set their pay without standard federal rules. These changes aim to enhance the government's efforts against foreign propaganda and disinformation, indirectly impacting citizens' information security.
Key points
Extends the Global Engagement Center's authority until December 31, 2027.
Grants the Global Engagement Center special hiring authority for five years, bypassing standard federal employment rules.
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Print number: 117_S_2033
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Process start date: 2021-06-10