25 Mar 2025

🏛️Strengthening Suitability and Fitness of the Federal Workforce

Strengthening the Suitability and Fitness of the Federal Workforce

Summary ?

The memorandum outlines a directive for the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to reassess and strengthen suitability determinations for federal employees based on post-appointment conduct. It establishes procedures for OPM to ensure compliance within executive agencies and mandates timely action on separations or corrective measures directed by the OPM. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of adhering to applicable laws and appropriations in the implementation of these regulations.

Agencies

  • Executive Office of the President

Business Impact ?

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The memorandum delegates authority to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for suitability determinations related to federal employees, impacting hiring and compliance practices for businesses that interact with the federal workforce. Proposed regulations on employee conduct may affect hiring policies and procedures across the executive branch, signifying potential changes in job security norms.

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