OPM Updates Boring Retirement Rollover Forms—Comments Welcome
Published Date: 9/26/2025
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Summary
If you’re a federal employee thinking about moving your retirement savings, OPM wants your input on three important rollover forms before they expire. These forms help you decide how to handle your money when switching retirement plans, so it’s key to get them right. Act now to make sure your rollover choices are clear and your money stays safe!
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OPM Seeks Comments on Rollover Forms
If you are a federal employee thinking about moving your retirement savings, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is asking for public comments on three expiring rollover forms: Rollover Election (RI 38-117), Rollover Information (RI 38-118), and Special Tax Notice Regarding Rollovers (RI 37-22). These forms help you decide how to handle your money when switching retirement plans, and OPM is collecting input to ensure the forms remain clear before they expire.
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