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Temporary Ban on Layoffs at National Science Foundation (NSF) Workforce Protection.

This law establishes a temporary moratorium on mass layoffs (reductions in force) at the National Science Foundation (NSF). It protects federal employees of this key science agency from involuntary separation until the full fiscal year 2026 appropriations are enacted. Employees can only be dismissed for specific reasons, such as misconduct or inefficiency, not due to budget cuts.
Key points
Implements a moratorium on reductions in force (layoffs) at the National Science Foundation.
This protection lasts until the full NSF budget for fiscal year 2026 is signed into law.
Employees can only be involuntarily separated for cause, such as misconduct or inefficiency.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2208
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2025-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving NSF’s Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2208.

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 2025-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Implements a moratorium on reductions in force (layoffs) at the National Science Foundation.
  • This protection lasts until the full NSF budget for fiscal year 2026 is signed into law.
  • Employees can only be involuntarily separated for cause, such as misconduct or inefficiency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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