Ensuring Hatch Act Enforcement Continues During Government Shutdowns.
This legislation ensures that the unit overseeing the political neutrality rules for federal employees (the Hatch Act) remains operational even during a government funding lapse (shutdown). This guarantees that investigations into the improper use of official positions for political purposes continue. It safeguards the integrity of public administration regardless of budget crises.
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The Hatch Act Unit of the Office of Special Counsel will continue operations during any government shutdown, as its services are deemed essential emergency services.
Maintaining oversight of federal employees' political neutrality, protecting public trust in the impartiality of the administration.
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