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Transition Lab Podcast
This new podcast series will give a behind-the-scenes look at presidential transitions. Join us for candid discussions with former presidential chiefs of staff, transition team leads and other experts.
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Senate Confirmation Process Slows to a Crawl
Our new research has found that Senate confirmation of presidential appointees are taking longer than ever.
Open Letter from Bipartisan Center for Presidential Transition Advisory Board
This letter stresses the importance of early preparation by President Trump and the Democratic candidates to be equipped for a second term or new administration.
Presidential Transition Act Summary
In passing the Presidential Transition Act of 1963, Congress explained: “Any disruption occasioned by the transfer of the executive power could produce results detrimental to the safety and well-being of the United States and its people.” To promote the orderly transfer of power, Congress established a framework for the federal government to prepare for a transition from one president to another.
Presidential Transition Guide
Comprehensive guide to the activities required during the transition, produced in collaboration with The Boston Consulting Group.
Agency Transition Guide
Based on convenings with transition leaders from nearly 40 agencies, the Partnership and The Boston Consulting Group have compiled best practices into a guide for senior career leaders.
Cabinet turnover after re-election highlights the need for 2nd-term transition planning
New data shows that the last three presidents each experienced significant Cabinet-level turnover soon after their 2nd inauguration.
Federal Position Descriptions
The federal position descriptions provide important information about the Senate confirmed positions across government.
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Guide for Incoming Assistant Secretaries for Administration and Management
This guide is designed to help incoming assistant secretaries for administration and management lead effectively from their first day.
Center for Presidential Transition Blog
The Presidential Transition Act: A Framework for Continuity in Government
The evolution of the Presidential Transition Act has given our nation a framework ensuring transition planning starts early — well before the general election — and, just as Congress envisioned in 1963, that serving and protecting the American people remains the priority of our government, even during transfers of executive power.
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