H.R.1511 - Reducing Expensive Departments & Unnecessary Civil Employees Act; REDUCE Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1511, the REDUCE Act, directs executive branch agencies to review redundant positions, limit civil service hiring (one hire for every four separations), and create plans for reductions in force or reorganization. The hiring limitations apply until agency staffing levels reach 80% of their enactment date levels. Exceptions are made for positions critical to national security, public safety, law enforcement, or immigration enforcement.
Expected Effects
The bill aims to reduce the size and cost of the federal government by streamlining operations and limiting hiring. This could lead to a smaller federal workforce and potentially more efficient government operations. However, it could also result in reduced services and potential disruptions within agencies.
Potential Benefits
- Potential cost savings for taxpayers through reduced government spending.
- Increased efficiency in government operations by eliminating redundant positions.
- Encourages agencies to identify and eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Could lead to a more focused and effective federal workforce.
- May incentivize innovation and improved resource allocation within agencies.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential reduction in government services and programs.
- Job losses for civil service employees.
- Difficulty in accurately identifying truly redundant positions.
- Risk of negatively impacting agency morale and productivity.
- Possible disruptions in critical government functions if reductions are not carefully managed.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's focus on government efficiency and spending aligns with the general principles of promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble of the Constitution. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to establish and maintain the federal government, which implicitly includes the power to reorganize and manage its workforce. However, the implementation of reductions in force must adhere to due process requirements to ensure fair treatment of employees, as protected by the Fifth Amendment.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).