Exemption of Paul H. Maurer From Mandatory Separation
Headline: Exempts Special Agent Paul H. Maurer From Mandatory Separation
What it does: The order exempts Special Agent Paul H. Maurer from automatic separation under section 8425(b)(1) of title 5 U.S.C.
- Allows Paul H. Maurer to remain on the presidential protective detail in Dallas.
- Keeps Secret Service leadership authority over his supervision and discipline.
- Removes the automatic personnel separation that would otherwise apply to him.
Summary
This order exempts Paul H. Maurer, the Special Agent in Charge of the George W. Bush Protective Detail in Dallas, from the automatic federal separation required by law.
The Director of the United States Secret Service keeps full supervisory authority over Special Agent Maurer, including disciplinary powers under federal personnel law. The order also says it will be carried out consistent with applicable law and available funding, and it does not create new enforceable rights for others.
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