S. 1083 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
A bill to amend section 1214 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for stays during a period that the Merit Systems Protection Board lacks a quorum.
S. 1083 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on May 10, 2017, sponsored by Ron Johnson with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 10, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 115-42
What it does
This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on May 25, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.) This bill provides that if the Merit Systems Protection Board lacks the number of members required to constitute a quorum, any remaining member of the board may, upon request by the Special Counsel, extend the period of any stay of any personnel action granted.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ron Johnson (R-WI). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 10, 2017
- Passed the SenateMay 11, 2017
- Passed the HouseMay 25, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentJun 15, 2017
- Became lawJun 27, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Jun 27, 2017)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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