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TALENTS Act: Presidential Management Fellows Program and Federal Executive Boards

This Act establishes the Presidential Management Fellows Program to attract individuals with advanced degrees interested in the management of public policies to federal service. The program offers two-year appointments in the excepted service with the possibility of conversion to permanent positions in the competitive service. The Act mandates the OPM Director to increase the number of program positions to 200% of the baseline level during fiscal years 2026–2031 and codifies the status and duties of Federal Executive Boards in selected metropolitan areas.
Key points
Establishes a fellowship program for advanced degree holders, offering a pathway to permanent employment in the federal government.
Requires providing participants with at least 80 hours of training per year, a mentor, and rotational developmental assignments.
Mandates an increase in program positions during fiscal years 2026–2031 to 200% of the number of positions in the year preceding the Act's enactment.
Formalizes the existence and duties of Federal Executive Boards to coordinate federal agency activities in the field.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6700
Sponsor: Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TALENTS Act

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What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6700.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a fellowship program for advanced degree holders, offering a pathway to permanent employment in the federal government.
  • Requires providing participants with at least 80 hours of training per year, a mentor, and rotational developmental assignments.
  • Mandates an increase in program positions during fiscal years 2026–2031 to 200% of the number of positions in the year preceding the Act's enactment.
  • Formalizes the existence and duties of Federal Executive Boards to coordinate federal agency activities in the field.
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. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1].

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 2026-01-11.

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