Closing of Federal Government Departments on December 24, 2019
Dec 20, 2019
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: Dec 17, 2019
Published on: Dec 20, 2019
Dec 20, 2019
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: Dec 17, 2019
Published on: Dec 20, 2019
Summary
Gives federal employees the day off on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, the day before Christmas Day.
What problem does this solve?
The day before Christmas is often a travel day for families, but it was a scheduled workday for federal employees. This order closes federal offices, allowing employees to spend the day with their families without using their personal leave.
What does this order do?
Federal government closed on December 24, 2019
Closes all executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, and excuses employees from duty.
Exceptions for essential employees
Allows heads of departments to require certain employees to work for reasons of national security, defense, or other public need.
Pay and leave guidance
States that December 24, 2019, will be treated as a holiday for pay and leave purposes, following existing federal laws and executive orders.
Implementation by Office of Personnel Management
Directs the Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to take necessary actions to put this order into effect.
Who does this affect?
- Federal government employees
What is the real world impact?
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Boosts morale for federal employees
Gives federal workers an extra day off during the holiday season. This is a common practice to show appreciation and improve morale among the government workforce.
When does this start?
The actions in this order apply specifically to December 24, 2019.