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Personnel Management Office
Strengthening Probationary Periods in the Federal Service
Published June 24, 2025. Takes effect June 24, 2025. printed at 90 FR 26727. amending 5 CFR 301, 5 CFR 307, 5 CFR 315, 5 CFR 316.
New federal workers serve a trial period. This makes that period harder to pass.
What the Rule Says It Does
As directed by Executive Order 14284, "Strengthening Probationary Periods in the Federal Service," issued on April 24, 2025, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is rescinding the regulations on probationary periods for initial appointments in the competitive service and making conforming amendments.
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