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ORA: The Future of Federal Retirement Starts Here

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Implementation Resources for New OPM Appeals Programs

Washington, DC — OPM is issuing an implementation guide and frequently asked questions to support the transition of suitability, reduction in force, and probationary and trial period appeals from the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board to OPM.

Additional Guidance for Agency Implementation of Regulations on Performance Appraisal for General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Certain Other Employees

Washington, DC — Announces the release of additional implementation guidance to support agencies in implementing the revised regulations governing Performance Appraisal for General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Certain Other Employees under 5 CFR part 430, subpart B.

Guidance on Annual Staffing Plans

Washington, DC — Contains guidance to assist agencies in preparing their Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Annual Staffing Plans (ASPs) and the detailed hiring forecast required as part of each ASP.

Collective Bargaining Guidance Concerning the Final Rule on Performance Appraisal for General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Certain Other Employees

Washington, DC — This memorandum provides guidance to executive departments and agencies regarding the interaction between the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) final rule amending 5 CFR parts 351, 430, and 537 (the “Final Rule”) and obligations under chapter 71 of title 5, United States Code (the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute or FSLMRS).

Issuance of Regulations on Performance Appraisal for General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Certain Other Employees

Washington, DC — Provides implementation guidance regarding the Performance Appraisal for General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Certain Other Employees Final Rule and is accompanied by a comprehensive suite of resources to assist agencies with this transition.

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