Sen. Bill Hagerty, a Republican from Tennessee, has sent letters to all federal agencies cautioning them about the potential transition to a future Trump administration. In these letters, Hagerty emphasizes the importance of adhering to federal requirements during this period.
Hagerty specifically points out provisions in laws related to appropriations that restrict departments from transferring funds or altering programs during the transition phase. He highlights the Further Consolidated Appropriations and Extensions Act 2024 as a key reference for agencies to follow.
According to Hagerty, the statutory transfer-of-funds authority and change-of-program requirements outlined in the Act must be strictly observed by the outgoing administration. Failure to comply with these regulations could result in criminal and administrative consequences for the agencies involved.
The law cited by Hagerty prohibits the movement of funds, changes to programs, and the obligation of federal dollars by employees without proper authorization. Violating these provisions could lead to potential criminal sanctions or even termination of employment.
As the country navigates through a presidential transition period, Hagerty stresses the significance of upholding these legal requirements to ensure a smooth and lawful handover of responsibilities between administrations.
