Lets private experts volunteer to help the government during national emergencies.
This bill would create a new National Defense Executive Reserve, allowing private sector experts to volunteer for temporary federal jobs during national defense emergencies. It would also change how federal agencies work with businesses on defense issues, reducing the role of the Federal Trade Commission and giving more power to the Secretary of Commerce and the Attorney General.
Right now, there isn't a formal way for the government to bring in private experts for temporary federal jobs during national defense emergencies. Also, the Federal Trade Commission plays a big role in overseeing agreements between the government and businesses for defense needs. This bill would create a new National Defense Executive Reserve for private volunteers. It would also greatly reduce the Federal Trade Commission's involvement in business agreements, giving more power to the Secretary of Commerce and the Attorney General.
HR 3561 · 119th Congress · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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