Responsibility of agency
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Each agency covered by this part is responsible for following and applying the regulations in this part when the agency determines that a reduction in force is necessary and for ensuring that such regulations are administered and applied consistent with all applicable laws, including the merit system principles set forth in 5 U.S.C. 2301(b).
[91 FR 49219, Aug. 3, 2026]
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