No Violent Criminals in Federal Jobs

Official: No Violent Criminals in the Federal Workforce Act

IntroducedJanuary 14, 2026

Why This Matters

This bill prevents anyone convicted of a violent crime from getting federal jobs or contracts. It aims to ensure that the federal workforce is free from individuals with violent criminal backgrounds.

If you have a violent crime conviction, you cannot work for the federal government or on federal contracts.

Affects: Individuals with violent crime convictions and companies that hire them.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill prohibits people convicted of violent crimes from working for the federal government. 2. Individuals with violent crime convictions cannot hold civil service positions. 3. Federal contracts cannot be awarded to companies employing individuals with violent crime convictions. 4. Agencies must include clauses in contracts to prevent convicted individuals from working on them. 5. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget can grant waivers in special cases.

Who is affected?

Individuals with violent crime convictions and companies that hire them.