Federal agencies close and excuse employees on two dates

Federal executive departments and agencies must close, and their employees are excused from duty. This covers federal executive departments, agencies, and their employees. Agency heads may keep offices open and require employees to work for national security, defense, or another public need. The order does not create a legal right or benefit that anyone can enforce against the federal government. The closures and excused-duty periods apply on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and Friday, December 26, 2025.

The Office of Personnel Management must take needed steps to carry out the order, while federal pay and leave rules apply to the two dates. This applies to United States government employees covered by the listed federal pay and leave laws. Implementation must follow other applicable laws and available funding. The order does not change the legal authority of agencies or the Office of Management and Budget. The pay and leave treatment applies to December 24 and 26, 2025.