H.R. 2455: Special Government Employees Transparency Act of 2025 (119th Congress) Bill Summary

This legislation, titled the Special Government Employees Transparency Act of 2025, aims to create more transparency and regulation around special government employees (SGEs) in the executive branch of the United States government. Here’s a breakdown of its key components:

Limitation on Special Government Employees

The bill sets a limit on the number of days that special government employees can work. Specifically:

SGEs can work for a maximum of 130 days within any 365-day period.
If an SGE exceeds this limit, their employment status must be re-evaluated, and they may be transitioned to a different employment classification in accordance with federal laws.
Days of service are counted based on various criteria, including administrative duties that take more than one hour or any service for which the SGE is compensated.

Establishment of a Public Database

The bill requires the creation of a public database containing information about covered SGEs. This database will:

Include details such as the name, job title, pay rate, employing agency, and employment dates of each SGE.
Be accessible to the public without charge and without requiring user registration.
Be established and made operational within 210 days after the bill is enacted, and must ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines.

Transparency and Reporting Requirements

To enhance transparency, the bill outlines specific requirements for public availability of:

Financial disclosure reports filed by SGEs.
Regular audits by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the database regarding SGEs.

Oversight Provisions

The bill assigns the Director of the Office of Personnel Management various responsibilities, including:

Conducting periodic audits of the Executive agencies to ensure compliance with the new regulations.
Preparing a report within three years of enactment that evaluates the compliance and effectiveness of the SGE Database.

This legislation seeks to streamline regulations concerning special government employees while enhancing oversight and public accessibility of information related to their employment, thereby aiming to promote transparency in government operations.