Us Congress House Bill HB1295

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/13/25
• Refer: 2/13/25

Caption

Reorganizing Government Act of 2025

Impact

If enacted, HB1295 would significantly alter the landscape of federal governance. It would grant the President expanded authority to initiate reorganizations that could lead to a reduction in the size of the federal workforce, potentially impacting thousands of federal employees. The intent behind the bill is to enhance operational efficiency within the executive branch, which proponents argue would lead to better management of resources and improved public service delivery. The potential downsizing of the workforce raises concerns about job security for federal employees and the overall capability of the government to carry out its functions effectively.

Summary

House Bill 1295, titled the ‘Reorganizing Government Act of 2025’, proposes to amend Chapter 9 of Title 5 of the United States Code to reauthorize the executive reorganization authority of the President. The bill aims to streamline federal operations by allowing the President to undertake executive reorganizations that would reduce the number of federal employees and eliminate operations deemed unnecessary for carrying out constitutional duties. Additionally, the bill allows for the amendment of rules and regulations to decrease compliance costs and eliminate burdensome requirements on both agencies and citizens.

Contention

The proposed amendments within HB1295 have sparked debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups. Supporters contend that this effort to streamline federal government processes is necessary for cost reduction and efficiency. They argue that the current structure results in unnecessary expenditures and redundancies. Conversely, critics warn that the broad powers granted to the President could lead to hasty decisions detrimental to the public interest, particularly regarding the jobs of federal employees and the loss of institutional knowledge within the government. Concerns also extend to the potential loss of effectiveness in public services if vital operations are eliminated in the name of efficiency.

Congress_id

119-HR-1295

Introduced_date

2025-02-13