Law Summary
Presidential Authority for Reorganization
- The President is empowered by this Act to reorganize executive departments, bureaus, offices, agencies, boards, commissions, and government-owned or controlled corporations.
- This authority is limited to one year from the Act's approval and must operate within existing appropriations.
- The President may abolish, create, add to, or reduce existing entities, consolidate related functions, transfer resources and personnel, classify or abolish positions, standardize salaries, and implement other measures to enhance economy and efficiency.
Protection and Preferences for Displaced Employees
- Government officers and employees whose positions are abolished or who are separated due to reorganization are protected regarding their civil service eligibility for a period of ten years.
- They retain rights to any gratuities that Congress may subsequently provide.
- Preference for reappointment in newly created positions is granted to displaced employees, subject to recommendations by the Commissioner of Civil Service.
Reporting and Validity of Presidential Actions
- Any reforms or changes effected by the President under this Act must be reported immediately to Congress.
- Such actions remain valid and effective unless Congress decides otherwise.
Effectivity of the Law
- The Act took effect immediately upon its approval on January 6, 1950.