Aligning Federal Contracting and Hiring Practices With the Interests of American Workers

This executive order aims to shift federal contracting and hiring practices to give preference to American workers. It directs agencies to review past federal contracts (specifically fiscal years 2018 and 2019) to determine whether temporary foreign labor was used or jobs were offshored, and to assess the impact on U.S. workers and national security. Agencies must evaluate any negative effects on procurement efficiency and propose corrective actions as appropriate. The order also requires an assessment of agency employment policies to ensure compliance with citizenship requirements for federal employment and related law. Within 120 days, agencies must report their findings and proposed actions to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Additionally, within 45 days, the Secretaries of Labor and Homeland Security must take action to protect U.S. workers from adverse effects tied to H-1B visa employment and ensure compliance with existing H-1B wage and labor protections. The order preserves existing authorities and does not create new rights. In short, the order creates a reporting and oversight framework to curb the use of temporary foreign labor and offshoring in federal contracting, while enhancing protections for U.S. workers related to H-1B placements and citizenship requirements in federal employment.