The Saving NOAA's Workforce Act would temporarily block the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) from laying off or reducing its workforce through formal reduction-in-force procedures. The moratorium would remain in place until Congress passes and the President signs a full-year budget for NOAA in fiscal year 2026. This legislation affects NOAA employees and the agency's operations, protecting jobs during the budget negotiation period while still allowing the agency to take other personnel actions if necessary. The bill was introduced in the Senate on July 31, 2025, by Senators Hirono and Van Hollen and referred to the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee. No specific funding is allocated; instead, the bill simply prevents layoffs during the ongoing budget process.
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