OPM Combines Forms to Ease Student Benefit Proof for Orphans

2026-05679 — Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Regulations

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is officially pulling back a 2008 plan to update its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) rules because the world has changed a lot since then. They’ll cook up fresh, modern updates soon to make it easier for everyone to request government info. No new costs or deadlines now, but stay tuned for smarter, faster FOIA rules coming your way!

2026-04377 — Reduction in Force

The Office of Personnel Management is updating the rules for Reduction in Force (RIF), which affects federal employees facing job cuts. The new rules focus more on job performance than how long someone has worked, and they tweak who’s protected from layoffs. These changes aim to make the process fairer and smoother, with a comment deadline on May 4, 2026.

2025-14006 — Appeal Procedures for Recoupment of Awards, Bonuses, or Relocation Expenses Awarded or Approved for All Employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs

If you work or used to work for the VA and got an award, bonus, or help moving, this new rule lets you appeal if they ask for that money back. It explains how to ask the Office of Personnel Management to review the payback order. This means you have a clear, fair way to challenge repayment decisions starting now.

2026-04547 — Submission for Review: 3206-0194, Annuity Supplement Earnings Report, RI 92-22

If you’re a FERS retiree under 62 who’s not on disability, you might get a special annuity supplement that helps boost your Social Security benefits. The government wants to keep checking your yearly earnings to make sure you still qualify for this extra money. They’re asking for your thoughts on this process until May 8, 2026, so speak up if you have ideas or concerns!

2026-03997 — Submission for Review: 3206-0237, Information and Instructions on Your Reconsideration Rights, RI 38-47

The Office of Personnel Management is asking for public feedback on the instructions about how federal employees can ask for a second look at decisions about their retirement, health benefits, or life insurance. This update keeps the process clear and easy to follow, with no new costs or deadlines added. If you’re a federal employee or retiree, now’s the time to share your thoughts before April 28, 2026!

2025-21777 — Submission for Review: 3206-NEW, Request for Reduction or Cancellation of Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), RI 76-30

Federal employees who have life insurance through FEGLI can now officially reduce or cancel their coverage using a special form. But heads up: once you cancel or reduce, you can’t add that coverage back later. The Office of Personnel Management wants your thoughts on this process by February 2, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!

Previous: 2026-04524 — Submission for Review: 3206-0162, Report of Medical Examination of Person Electing Survivor Benefits, OPM 1530

If you’re retiring and want to choose survivor benefits for someone you care about, you’ll need to fill out a medical exam report (OPM Form 1530). The Office of Personnel Management is asking for public feedback on this form to make sure it’s clear and not too much work. Comments are open until May 8, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up if you have ideas or concerns!

Next: 2026-04527 — Information Collection: NRC Form 1121, Bankruptcy Information Request, Post Filing

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is updating its form NRC 1121, which collects bankruptcy info after a company files for bankruptcy. This affects companies under NRC oversight who must provide timely bankruptcy updates. Comments on the changes are open until April 8, 2026, with no new costs expected—just clearer info sharing!