Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Government Operations and Politics
Why This Matters
This resolution recognizes the important roles of three federal agencies and expresses concern about their shrinking workforces, which may threaten public safety.
If you care about safety during disasters or travel, this resolution highlights serious staffing issues in key security agencies.
Who this affects
Emergency responders · Cybersecurity professionals · Transportation security officers · General public
What does this resolution do?
1The resolution points out that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has lost over 3,000 employees since late 2024.
2It mentions that the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has seen a workforce reduction of nearly 1,000 employees in just one year.
3The Transportation Security Administration has faced significant staff resignations during government shutdowns, affecting airport security wait times.
4The resolution expresses worry that these staffing cuts could harm the agencies' ability to protect citizens during emergencies.
