OPM Seeks Feedback on D.C. Service Certification Form RI 20-126
Published Date: 6/2/2025
Notice
Summary
The Office of Personnel Management is asking for feedback on a form that helps confirm certain work done in Washington, D.C. This affects federal employees who want to prove their D.C. service for benefits. No big changes or costs are expected, but your input helps keep things running smoothly!
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DC Service Certification Form
OPM is asking for comments on an expiring form called "Certification of Qualifying District of Columbia Service Under Section 1905 of Public Law 111-84," RI 20-126. The form helps federal employees confirm work done in Washington, D.C. so they can prove D.C. service for benefits, and OPM says no big changes or costs are expected.
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