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DemocratBill · H.R. 8523· House(119-HR-8523)

Public Lands Workforce Stability Act

Rep. Neguse
Age: 42 years
Colorado
Introduced
4/27/2026
Last activity
4/27/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
Joe Neguse
Cosponsors
Democrat - 6Republican - 0
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The Public Lands Workforce Stability Act aims to prevent job losses at specific federal agencies. It prohibits the Department of the Interior and the United States Forest Service from carrying out reductions in force. Additionally, it prevents the involuntary separation of certain employees unless there is cause involving misconduct, delinquency, or performance. These restrictions remain in place from the date of enactment until September 30, 2030. To bypass these rules, agencies would need prior notification and approval from the chairs and ranking members of the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Would union members be better off under this?+3

    The bill strengthens job security and protects employees from involuntary separation without cause.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+2

    The bill helps stabilize the workforce for the US Forest Service which provides essential services in rural areas.

  • Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+2

    The bill supports the stability of the workforce responsible for managing public lands through the Department of the Interior and the Forest Service.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1

    The bill prevents spending cuts related to workforce reductions by mandating the retention of employees.