On the recordSeptember 9, 2003
I rise in support of the Hastings amendment. I support this amendment because it will allow agencies to move forward with the implementation of Circular A-76. This amendment does not end efforts to reduce wasteful government spending as many Republicans claim. It simply ensures that Federal employees are on a level playing field with the contractors they are bidding against. Under the current draft of A-76, Federal employees are severely disadvantaged during any public-private competition. This amendment is a moderate approach toward reforming the administrator's privatization process by prohibiting funds from being spent to penalize Federal employees and stifle the competitive process. Federal employees don't want to be given an advantage, they simply want a fair shot. I stand by Congressman Hastings and the Democrats who have consistently stood with Federal employees.
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