Extension of Hiring Freeze

The order directs Federal agencies to extend the hiring freeze on Federal civilian employees within the executive branch through July 15, 2025. No vacant positions may be filled nor new ones created, unless otherwise provided for in the memorandum or required by law. This freeze applies to all executive departments and agencies, except for positions related to military personnel, immigration enforcement, national security, public safety, the Executive Office of the President, and those exempted by the Office of Personnel Management. Agencies are prohibited from contracting outside the Federal Government to circumvent the freeze and are instructed to seek efficient use of existing personnel and funds. This order does not restrict the nomination and appointment of officials to positions requiring Presidential appointment or Senate confirmation, among other exceptions.