Comprehensive Plan for Reorganizing the Executive Branch
Budget Office Director Ordered to Propose Reorganization of Federal Agencies
What it does
Agencies must submit reorganization proposals within 180 days while the budget office director gathers public input and submits a government-wide plan to the President.
Real-world impact
- Could lead to elimination or merger of federal agencies or programs.
- May shift functions to State or local governments or to the private sector.
- Requires considering costs and addressing equities for affected federal staff.
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Summary
This order directs the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to develop a plan to reorganize the executive branch and eliminate unnecessary or redundant agencies, agency components, and programs. Heads of each federal agency must submit proposals to that Director within 180 days.
The Director must publish a Federal Register notice to gather public suggestions, consult outside experts, and then deliver a government-wide reorganization plan to the President, including any recommended legislation or administrative steps to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability.
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