Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act of 2025
Click any stage to learn more about the legislative process.
Topic: Government Operations and Politics
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1] (R) - SC
Summary
This bill prohibits federal contract bid solicitations for contractor personnel from including minimum educational requirements unless the contracting officer justifies the requirements. The prohibition applies to educational requirements that may be met through education alone, education or experience, or a combination of education and experience.
The bill also requires the Office of Management and Budget to issue implementing guidance to federal agencies, including instructions for contracting officers that encourage using alternatives to education requirements.
Legislative Subjects
Congressional oversight; Government Operations and Politics; Government information and archives; Public contracts and procurement
Latest Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
2026-02-24
Ask about this bill
Ask questions about this bill. The AI can look up referenced laws and statutes to provide context.
What existing laws does this bill amend?
What are the main provisions of this bill?
Who would be affected by this legislation?