S. 1736 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
A bill to provide for the participation of employees in the judicial branch in the Federal leave transfer program for disasters and emergencies.
S. 1736 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Sep 20, 2005, sponsored by Susan M. Collins with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 20, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 109-229
What it does
Amends federal civil service law to require the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), after consultation with the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, to allow federal judicial branch employees to participate in any emergency leave transfer programs for disasters and emergencies.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Susan M. Collins (R-ME). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 20, 2005
- Passed the SenateOct 19, 2005
- Passed the HouseMay 22, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentMay 25, 2006
- Became lawMay 31, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-229. (May 31, 2006)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
More
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