Suitability Action Appeals
Summary
This regulation from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) establishes new rules for how federal employees can appeal decisions about whether they are suitable for their jobs. The changes aim to make the appeals process clearer and fairer for workers who believe they were wrongly removed or disciplined based on suitability concerns.
Key Points
- 1Federal employees now have a defined process to challenge decisions that they are unsuitable for their position
- 2The regulation clarifies what factors can be considered when determining if someone is suitable for a federal job
- 3Employees will have specific timeframes and procedures to submit appeals, making the process more transparent
- 4The rule affects federal workers across all agencies who face suitability-related disciplinary actions
- 5Public comment period runs until March 10, 2026, allowing citizens and employees to provide feedback before the rule becomes final
Key Dates
February 6, 2026
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