HR 8138
DPA Specialized Staffing Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:19 AM
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Bill overview
The DPA Specialized Staffing Act aims to streamline the process of acquiring specialized expertise for the Defense Production Act (DPA). It allows federal agencies participating in the DPA Committee to directly hire subject matter experts without going through standard competitive hiring procedures. These experts will focus on evaluating and approving projects that receive funding under the DPA. This is intended to accelerate the identification and support of critical activities during national emergencies or industrial needs.
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