Bill > S2816

This bill, known as the "Stop Sycophants in Government Act of 2025," aims to prohibit political loyalty tests in federal employment. Specifically, the bill defines "employee" broadly to include not just standard federal workers, but also individuals appointed by the President with Senate confirmation, US Postal Service employees, and Postal Regulatory Commission employees. The legislation expressly forbids any federal official, including the President, from administering a political loyalty test at any stage of employment, such as during the application process, appointment, promotion, or contract renewal. This means that an individual's political beliefs or allegiance to a particular party or political viewpoint cannot be used as a criterion for hiring, firing, promoting, or retaining federal employees. The bill is designed to protect federal workers from potential political discrimination and ensure that federal employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and job performance rather than political alignment.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2816/all-info