ACCESS Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the ACCESS Act, aims to give federal contractors more flexibility in selecting employees for their projects. It prohibits federal agencies from requiring minimum educational degrees for contractors unless there’s a clear justification provided in the contract solicitation. The Office of Management and Budget will issue guidance to agencies on how to use alternatives to education requirements when possible. Additionally, the bill includes a provision for a government-wide review of agency compliance with these changes.
Key provisions
- Prohibits minimum educational requirements for contractor personnel in federal contract solicitations.
- Requires a written justification from the contracting officer if an education requirement is included.
- Directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue implementing guidance to federal agencies.
- Encourages the use of alternatives to education requirements.
- Establishes a timeline for agency compliance and a GAO evaluation of compliance.
- Repeals a specific section of the Federal Acquisition Regulation related to education requirements.
- Defines key terms such as ‘education’ and ‘education requirement’.
Who is affected
- Federal Contractors
- Federal Agencies
- Government Procurement Professionals
- Businesses competing for federal contracts
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