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Hiring Freeze at US Global Media Agency

This act immediately freezes hiring at the United States Agency for Global Media. It means the agency cannot hire new staff, create new positions, or change duties or work locations for current employees. The aim is to limit the agency's spending and activities.
Key points
The United States Agency for Global Media cannot hire new individuals.
No new positions can be established at the agency.
Current agency employees cannot have their duties or work locations changed.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3528
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ZIPPO Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3528.

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 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The United States Agency for Global Media cannot hire new individuals.
  • No new positions can be established at the agency.
  • Current agency employees cannot have their duties or work locations changed.
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. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Media and Culture Public Investments