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MSPB Adjusts Civil Monetary Penalties for Inflation

The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) is issuing a final rule to adjust its civil monetary penalties (CMPs) for inflation, effective July 22, 2025. This annual adjustment aligns with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 and OMB guidance to maintain the deterrent effect of penalties.

Merit Systems Protection Board Appellate Jurisdiction Rule Update

The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) has updated its rule concerning appellate jurisdiction. This update clarifies the scope of cases the MSPB will hear on appeal, impacting federal employees and agencies. The specific effective date for this rule update is not provided in the document.