Bills · HR 1554
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1554Office of Management and Budget (OMB)Government studies and investigations
Freedom from Government Competition Act of 2025
INTRO FEB 25· LAST ACTION FEB 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters to voters because it could fundamentally change how the federal government operates and delivers services. If it becomes law, it would push the government to significantly reduce its in-house operations, relying heavily on private companies for everything from IT support to maintenance, and potentially even some core functions currently handled by civil servants. This could lead to a smaller government workforce and a larger role for private contractors in areas currently handled by federal employees.
Voters might care about the potential for increased efficiency and cost savings, as supporters argue that private businesses are more productive and cost-effective. However, concerns might arise regarding accountability, oversight, and the potential impact on federal employee jobs or the quality of services if critical functions are outsourced without proper safeguards. The bill's outcome would influence the balance between public and private sector involvement in government functions and how taxpayer money is spent.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires federal agencies to get all necessary goods and services from private companies.
This provision sets a broad rule that shifts government operations from in-house to external private sources, impacting efficiency and the federal workforce.
PROVISION 02
Allows exemptions for national defense, homeland security, inherently governmental functions, or when no private source is available.
These exemptions provide critical safety valves, ensuring essential government functions and national security are not compromised by the outsourcing mandate.
PROVISION 03
Mandates specific methods for transferring activities to the private sector, including competitive contracts or divestiture.
This ensures that when outsourcing occurs, it follows structured procedures aimed at fairness, competition, and achieving the best value for the government.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to create regulations for implementing this policy, including for states and territories using federal funds.
OMB's role is crucial for consistent application of the policy across all agencies and for ensuring that federal funds disbursed to other entities also comply.
PROVISION 05
Requires OMB to submit an annual report to Congress, including a 5-year schedule for transferring commercial activities to the private sector.
This provision ensures transparency, accountability, and a clear timeline for the transition of government functions to private entities.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 6
R· Florida
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
25
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 25
Introduced in House
FEB 25
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1554
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 25, 2025
Last actionFeb 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2025
House BillHR 1554Office of Management and Budget (OMB)Government studies and investigations
Freedom from Government Competition Act of 2025
INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 25, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
6
COMPLEXITY
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