H.R.3853 - Federal Government Reform Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 3853, the Federal Government Reform Act of 2025, aims to streamline federal operations, reduce regulatory burdens, and enhance accountability. Key provisions include the closure of the Federal Executive Institute, the establishment of a one-year probationary period for new federal employees, and measures to reduce overcriminalization in federal regulations. The bill also focuses on modernizing payments to and from the Treasury and digitizing processes within the Federal Register.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would likely lead to a restructuring of federal agencies and personnel management practices. The closure of the Federal Executive Institute would eliminate a training resource for federal employees. The probationary period changes could affect job security for new hires, while regulatory reforms could impact the scope and enforcement of federal regulations.
Potential Benefits
- Potential cost savings from closing the Federal Executive Institute.
- Increased accountability through extended probationary periods for new federal employees.
- Reduced regulatory overreach by requiring clear statutory authority for criminal penalties.
- Improved efficiency in rule publication through digitization and automation.
- Modernized payment systems for federal transactions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential loss of valuable training and development opportunities for federal employees due to the closure of the Federal Executive Institute.
- Increased job insecurity for new federal employees during the extended probationary period.
- Possible weakening of regulatory enforcement if agencies are hesitant to issue regulations with criminal penalties.
- Disruption of existing agency operations during the implementation of new technologies and processes.
- Potential for increased workload and administrative burden on agencies to comply with reporting requirements.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill's provisions generally align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to make laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers, including managing federal operations and regulating commerce. The emphasis on reducing regulatory overreach could be seen as supporting principles of limited government and individual liberty, although the specific impact would depend on the nature of the regulations affected. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or protections.
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).