S-4138 : Still Just a Bill

Telework for U.S. Innovation Act

This bill makes permanent the Telework Enhancement Act Pilot Program in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The program allows USPTO employees to telework from locations across the United States; USPTO may cover any necessary travel expenses to and from an agency worksite. The program is set to expire on December 31, 2020.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-12-09FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2020-12-09FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2020-12-09FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2020-12-08FloorPassed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7285-7286; text: CR S7285-7286)Senate
2020-10-01CalendarsPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 569.Senate
2020-10-01CommitteeCommittee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Johnson without amendment. With written report No. 116-276.Senate
2020-07-22CommitteeCommittee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.Senate
2020-07-01IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.Senate
2020-07-01IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Government Operations and Politics
See Subjects
  • Commuting
  • Congressional oversight
  • Employee benefits and pensions
  • Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Transportation costs
  • Travel and tourism

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