Restore Merit to Government Service Act of 2025

The "Restore Merit to Government Service Act of 2025" seeks to reform the Federal hiring process, asserting that current practices are "broken, insular, and outdated" and do not adequately focus on merit or practical skills. Congress finds that appointments should not be based on "illegal racial discrimination" or the "invented concept of 'gender identity' over sex," aiming instead for an excellent and efficient Federal workforce. The Act mandates the creation of a Federal Hiring Plan within 120 days, which must prioritize recruiting individuals committed to improving government efficiency and upholding the Constitution of the United States . This plan will prevent appointments based on race, sex, or religion, and implement technical and alternative assessments. It also aims to reduce the time to appoint individuals to less than 80 days, improve communication with candidates, and integrate modern technology for recruitment and selection. The Director of the Office of Personnel Management is tasked with establishing performance metrics and monitoring the plan's implementation, though the Act explicitly states it does not create new enforceable rights or benefits.