S 1585 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Reduction in Force Review Act

This bill requires federal agencies planning layoffs to provide detailed justifications to Congress. It directly affects agencies implementing workforce reductions under specific federal rules, mandating they explain: (1) the reasons for layoffs, (2) impacts on employees and operations, (3) alternatives considered and rejected, (4) consultations with affected employees and their representatives, and (5) effects on veteran employees. The law amends existing review procedures to include these specific requirements before agencies can proceed with significant workforce changes. This applies to agency actions like layoffs or restructuring that materially impact staff.
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Introduced May 1, 2025 Last action May 1, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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May 1, 2025
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