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Federal Employees Return to Offices: Ending Widespread Telework.

This act requires federal agency employees to return to their pre-pandemic telework levels, specifically as of February 14, 2020. The goal is to restore normal office operations and improve service accessibility for citizens. Citizens may experience faster service from government agencies.
Key points
Most federal employees are required to return to their offices by September 30, 2021.
The government will study how telework affected the quality of services for citizens and response times.
Potential for reduced waiting times for government services and improved access to officials.
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Print number: 117_S_2681
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Process start date: 2021-08-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Return Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2681.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Most federal employees are required to return to their offices by September 30, 2021.
  • The government will study how telework affected the quality of services for citizens and response times.
  • Potential for reduced waiting times for government services and improved access to officials.
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 Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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