📜New Appeal Procedures for VA Recoupment of Awards and Bonuses
Appeal Procedures for Recoupment of Awards, Bonuses, or Relocation Expenses Awarded or Approved for All Employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Summary
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing an interim final rule to implement provisions of the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 that permit current and former employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appeal the recoupment of awards, bonuses, or relocation expenses awarded or approved for these individuals. This regulation prescribes general procedures applicable to appeals to the Director of OPM regarding an order by the Secretary of the VA, or designee, directing the employee or former employee to repay the amount, or a portion of the amount, of any award or bonus paid to the employee. This regulation also prescribes general procedures applicable to appeals regarding an order by the Secretary of the VA, or designee, directing the employee or former employee to repay the amount, or a portion of the amount, paid to or on behalf of an employee for relocation expenses.
Agencies
- Personnel Management Office
Business Impact
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This regulation outlines procedures for VA employees to appeal the recoupment of awards, bonuses, or relocation expenses, establishing compliance requirements for businesses involved with VA employee management and possibly influencing their financial obligations.