The Office of Management and Budget (OGP) warned that a bill to create part-time jobs in the government may not lead to cost savings, as it would still incur costs associated with employment, such as health insurance and unemployment benefits. The bill, proposed by Representative Joel Franqui, aims to create part-time jobs with a maximum of 30 hours within government agencies and corporations.
According to the OGP's legal advisor, Carmen Guillén, the measure could generate significant recurring expenses depending on the number of positions created and the scope of the program. The Financial Advisory Authority and Fiscal Agency (Aafaf) also expressed concerns about the bill's fiscal impact and efficiency.
The OGP noted that the bill lacks sufficient information to quantify its potential costs or savings. The bill's author argued that it would facilitate the integration of people with limited time, students, caregivers, and older adults into the government, while optimizing resources and reducing operational costs.