Closing of Executive Departments on Friday, December 26, 2014
Dec 10, 2014
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: Dec 5, 2014
Published on: Dec 10, 2014
Dec 10, 2014
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: Dec 5, 2014
Published on: Dec 10, 2014
Summary
Gives federal employees the day off on Friday, December 26, 2014, the day after Christmas, and treats it as a holiday for pay and leave purposes.
What problem does this solve?
The day after Christmas in 2014 fell on a Friday, which would have been a regular workday between a major holiday and a weekend. This order closes federal agencies for the day, giving employees a four-day weekend to spend with their families.
What does this order do?
Federal agencies closed for one day
Orders all executive branch departments and agencies to be closed on Friday, December 26, 2014, and excuses their employees from duty.
Exceptions for essential services
Allows agency heads to require certain employees to work for reasons of national security, defense, or other important public needs.
Day treated as a holiday for pay
States that December 26, 2014, will be treated as a holiday for federal employees regarding their pay and leave.
Implementation by Office of Personnel Management
Directs the Director of the Office of Personnel Management to take the necessary actions to carry out the order.
Who does this affect?
- Federal government employees
- Heads of executive departments and agencies
What is the real world impact?
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Provides a long holiday weekend for federal employees
Gives federal workers the day after Christmas off, creating a four-day weekend. This is often done to boost morale and recognize employee service, especially during the holiday season.
When does this start?
The actions described in this order apply to a single day, Friday, December 26, 2014.