Maximum survivor annuity election
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The amount of the employee's benefit after reduction for any deficiency under § 847.608 is—
(a) For CSRS, the maximum amount that may be designated as the survivor base under section 8339 (j) or (k) to title 5, United States Code;
(b) For FERS, the employee annuity (for survivor benefit purposes) under sections 8416 through 8420 of title 5, United States Code.
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