Federal Register #2026-14751

Proposed Rule: First Responder Fair RETIRE Act Implementation

This opportunity involves a proposed regulatory action by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to implement the First Responder Fair RETIRE Act. - Government Buyer: - Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Personnel Management Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested - No part numbers or quantities listed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The proposed rule allows Federal first responders who suffer qualifying duty-related illness or injury to continue receiving Federal retirement benefits as if they had not been disabled - Amends statutory provisions for the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS) - Specifies agency obligations for reappointment and waiver opportunities for affected employees - Provides detailed definitions of eligibility and coverage under the Act

Description

The Office of Personnel Management proposes regulations to implement the First Responder Fair Return for Employees on Their Initial Retirement Earned Act. This Act allows covered Federal first responders who suffer a qualifying duty-related illness or injury to continue receiving Federal retirement benefits as if they had not experienced the disability. The proposed regulations amend statutory provisions related to the Civil Service Retirement System and the Federal Employees' Retirement System to carry out the Act's provisions. Comments on the proposed rule must be received by September 21, 2026.

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