OPMFinal Rule
Recruitment and Relocation Incentive Waivers
Labor & WorkplaceFinance & Banking
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Summary
This regulation allows federal agencies more flexibility in offering bonuses and moving assistance to recruit new employees and keep current workers from leaving for other jobs. It removes some bureaucratic restrictions that previously made it difficult for agencies to compete with private employers for talented workers.
Key Points
- 1Federal agencies can now offer recruitment bonuses and relocation assistance more easily without getting special permission from the Office of Personnel Management
- 2This change helps the government attract qualified job applicants, especially for hard-to-fill positions in competitive fields
- 3Agencies can use these incentives to move current federal employees to different locations when agencies need to shift staff
- 4The regulation streamlines the approval process, reducing paperwork and delays so agencies can respond quickly to hiring needs
- 5Federal employees and job applicants in fields where the government struggles to hire may see more opportunities for signing bonuses or moving expense coverage
Key Dates
Published
December 15, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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