Exemption of Paul H. Maurer From Mandatory Separation

This executive order (Executive Order 14107, signed September 6, 2023) grants a targeted exemption from the federal government’s automatic separation rules for a single individual: Paul H. Maurer, the Special Agent in Charge of the George W. Bush Protective Detail in Dallas, Texas. Specifically, Maurer is exempt from automatic separation under 5 U.S.C. 8425(b)(1), allowing him to remain in his current position. The order preserves the Supervisory authority of the Director of the U.S. Secret Service over Maurer (including authorities under chapter 75 of Title 5). The document also states that the order does not affect other agency authorities, budgetary processes, or the rights of individuals, and it is to be implemented in accordance with applicable law and available appropriations. In short, this is a one-off, targeted exemption intended to maintain Maurer in his role, presumably for continuity of protective operations, rather than a broad policy change affecting many employees.