OPM updates rules for federal employee layoffs and job transitions
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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is updating its regulations regarding “reduction in force” (RIF) procedures. A RIF occurs when a federal agency eliminates positions, usually due to budget cuts or restructuring, resulting in employees being laid off.
Why it matters: This changes how federal agencies decide which staff members to keep during budget cuts or reorganizations, moving the focus from seniority toward job performance.
Who it affects
- Federal employees facing potential layoffs or agency restructuring
This information comes from the Office of Personnel Management via the Federal Register; readers should consult the official document before relying on these rules for legal or employment decisions.
Agency: Personnel Management Office
Source: Federal Register — read the official document