Which is not a requirement for a Presidential Support Program (PSP) nomination?

• A. US citizenship
• B. Work experience in the legislative system
• C. Satisfactory, past and present, duty performance
• D. High degree of maturity, discretion, and trustworthiness

Answer: (B)

Eligibility criteria for Presidential Support Program nominations center on citizenship, a proven record of duty performance, and strong personal characteristics such as maturity, discretion, and trustworthiness. The option describing work experience in the legislative system is not a requirement because the program aims to select individuals based on loyalty, reliability, and the ability to handle sensitive information, not necessarily prior experience in legislative processes. Having U.S. citizenship is needed to ensure allegiance and legal access to sensitive material. A history of satisfactory duty performance shows a track record of dependable work, and a high degree of maturity and discretion demonstrates judgment and trust—essential when supporting high-level leadership. While legislative experience can be beneficial, it is not required for PSP nomination, since candidates may come from various backgrounds as long as they meet the core duty and character criteria.