S. 2953: Dismantling Double Dippers Act of 2025

Summary of the Dismantling Double Dippers Act of 2025

The Dismantling Double Dippers Act of 2025 aims to regulate dual pay and employment within the federal government to prevent individuals from simultaneously holding multiple jobs or receiving dual compensation from the U.S. government. Here’s a breakdown of what the bill proposes:

Key Provisions

• Restrictions on Dual Employment: Federal employees are prohibited from holding more than one position in the civil service at the same time. This means that a person cannot be employed by more than one federal agency concurrently.
• Contracting Limitations: Individuals serving as federal employees are also barred from entering into contracts for goods or services with any federal department or agency. This is aimed at avoiding conflicts of interest where a federal employee could benefit financially from contracts with their employer.
• Financial Benefits Limitation: Federal employees cannot receive any financial benefits under contracts with U.S. departments and agencies, further restricting the potential for dual compensation.

Penalties for Violations

• Federal employees who knowingly violate the rules set out in this bill must repay any amounts received in violation, plus interest.
• Furthermore, violators can be referred to the Department of Justice for investigation, potentially leading to criminal prosecution.
• Agencies are required to report any suspected violations to their respective inspectors general.

Audit Requirements

• The Inspector General of the Office of Personnel Management is mandated to conduct annual audits of personnel and payroll records. This audit will aim to identify violations of dual employment rules that occurred in the previous year.
• Audits will entail cross-referencing payroll and attendance records with various data sources, such as the Internal Revenue Service and the Office of Personnel Management’s systems.
• Additionally, the audits will focus on identifying risks related to telework and contractor positions where overlapping employment might be eluded.
• Finally, the results of these audits, including any violations found and actions taken, will be reported to Congress and relevant agencies.

Objective

The overarching goal of this bill is to enhance accountability among federal employees regarding their employment status and financial dealings with the government, thereby promoting transparency and ethical standards in federal employment.

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