Bills · HR 6700
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6700Government Operations and Politics
TALENTS Act
INTRO DEC 12· LAST ACTION DEC 12
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to strengthen the federal government's workforce by drawing in a new generation of highly educated leaders. In an era where some critical government roles face staffing challenges, formalizing and expanding programs like the Presidential Management Fellows can help ensure that public services are managed by skilled and committed professionals. If this bill becomes law, it will increase the pipeline of talent entering federal service, potentially leading to more efficient and innovative government operations over time. If it doesn't pass, the program might continue under existing regulations but without the legislative backing, increased position numbers, or formalized structure this bill proposes, potentially limiting its reach and impact on future federal leadership.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Formally establishes the Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF Program) to attract individuals with advanced degrees to federal service.
This makes the PMF Program a permanent, statutory program, providing a clear framework for recruiting future government leaders.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to determine the number of Fellows each year and set qualification requirements.
This centralizes oversight and ensures consistent standards for program applicants and participant numbers across government.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a 200% increase in the number of Fellow positions for fiscal years 2026 through 2031 compared to the year before enactment.
This significantly expands the program's capacity to bring new talent into the federal workforce for a sustained period.
PROVISION 04
Sets eligibility criteria requiring applicants to have an advanced degree completed within two years of applying or be on track to complete one.
This ensures that the program targets recent graduates or those about to complete advanced studies, bringing fresh perspectives into government.
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D· New Mexico
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
28
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 12
Introduced in House
DEC 12
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6700
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 12, 2025
Last actionDec 12, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 12, 2025
House BillHR 6700Government Operations and Politics
TALENTS Act
INTRODUCED DEC 12, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 12, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
27 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
