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Introduced
03/10/2020
03/10/2020
In Committee
03/10/2020
03/10/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to improve Federal agency telework programs, and for other purposes. This bill requires a federal agency's telework policy to include information on (1) annual goals for increasing the telework participation rate, and (2) methods for collecting data related to cost savings achieved through telework.
AI Summary
This bill, the Telework Metrics and Cost Savings Act, seeks to improve federal agency telework programs. It requires agencies to include in their telework policies: (1) annual goals for increasing the telework participation rate at various levels (3 or more days per pay period, 1-2 days per pay period, once per month, and on an occasional basis); and (2) methods for collecting data and reporting on cost savings achieved through telework, such as savings related to travel, energy use, and real estate. The bill also prohibits agencies from imposing agency-wide limits on telework and requires them to make telework determinations on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, the Office of Personnel Management is directed to establish guidance for agencies on how to measure and report telework-related cost savings.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 03/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/3428/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3428/BILLS-116s3428is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3428/BILLS-116s3428is.pdf.pdf |
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