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Government Shutdown Transparency: Reporting on Furloughed Federal Employees.

This law mandates federal agencies to disclose detailed data about employees placed on mandatory leave (furlough) during a government shutdown (lapse in appropriations). Citizens will gain public access to information detailing how many officials stopped working, how many remained "essential," and the associated salary costs. This aims to increase transparency and allow the public to assess the scale and financial impact of administrative paralysis.
Key points
Federal agencies must report to Congress the number of employees furloughed during any government shutdown.
Reports must include data on both "essential" and furloughed staff, along with their total annual basic pay rates.
Congress is required to publish these reports publicly within 30 days, giving citizens insight into the cost and scope of administrative halts.
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) must also produce a public report detailing the economic effects of the shutdown on the U.S. economy.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5908
Sponsor: Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2025-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Non-Essential Workers Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5908.

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 2025-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must report to Congress the number of employees furloughed during any government shutdown.
  • Reports must include data on both "essential" and furloughed staff, along with their total annual basic pay rates.
  • Congress is required to publish these reports publicly within 30 days, giving citizens insight into the cost and scope of administrative halts.
  • The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) must also produce a public report detailing the economic effects of the shutdown on the U.S. economy.
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. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

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

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