EO 14210
Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative
Government Reform
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Summary
This executive order implements a workforce optimization initiative for the federal government by establishing a 1-to-4 hiring ratio (one new hire for every four departing employees), requiring agencies to develop data-driven hiring plans in consultation with Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) teams, and directing large-scale reductions in force with priority given to offices performing non-statutorily mandated functions such as diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Exemptions apply to public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement functions.
Key Points
- 1Establishes a 1-to-4 hiring ratio requiring agencies to hire one employee for every four who depart, with exemptions for public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement
- 2Requires agency heads to develop data-driven hiring plans in consultation with DOGE Team Leads, with vacancies subject to DOGE Team Lead assessment unless overridden by the agency head
- 3Directs agencies to initiate large-scale reductions in force, prioritizing elimination of offices performing non-statutorily mandated functions, including diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- 4Directs the Office of Personnel Management to revise suitability criteria for federal employment within 30 days
- 5Requires monthly hiring reports to be submitted to the United States DOGE Service Administrator
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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