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Faster Justice for Federal Employees: Bypassing MSPB Delays in Appeals

This law grants federal employees and job applicants a faster route to court for employment disputes. If the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) fails to act on their appeal within 120 days, they can file a civil lawsuit directly in a U.S. District Court. This aims to prevent lengthy delays in resolving personnel actions, such as firings or demotions.
Key points
Federal employees can bypass the MSPB and file a civil action in District Court if the Board does not issue a reviewable decision within 120 days of filing the appeal.
This change significantly speeds up the resolution process for disputes concerning adverse personnel actions, providing a quicker legal path for federal workers.
The District Court will apply the same review standards that the MSPB would have used, ensuring legal standards remain consistent while the process is expedited.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2977
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-10-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAST Justice Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2977.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal employees can bypass the MSPB and file a civil action in District Court if the Board does not issue a reviewable decision within 120 days of filing the appeal.
  • This change significantly speeds up the resolution process for disputes concerning adverse personnel actions, providing a quicker legal path for federal workers.
  • The District Court will apply the same review standards that the MSPB would have used, ensuring legal standards remain consistent while the process is expedited.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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