Legislation to Support Department of Government Efficiency's Cost-Cutting Efforts

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Sen. Marsha Blackburn plans to introduce legislation to support the Department of Government Efficiency's cost-cutting efforts, including freezing federal hiring, relocating agencies out of D.C., and establishing a merit-based salary system for federal workers.

Key Points

  • Sen. Marsha Blackburn's DOGE Acts aim to align with the Department of Government Efficiency's plan
  • Efforts include freezing federal hiring, relocating agencies, and establishing merit-based salary system
  • Bipartisan support for cost-cutting initiatives

Pros

  • Efforts to cut government spending and increase efficiency
  • Bipartisan support for the DOGE framework

Cons

  • Potential challenges in relocating federal agencies
  • Impact on federal workers due to freeze on hiring and potential salary changes