Under the rules, which finalize earlier policy, an agency
must present a plan to OPM, which may modify it, after a
review that may include an assessment of the costs and
benefits. The Defense Department has separate authority
to offer buyouts for either restructuring or downsizing
without prior OPM approval. For a closer look, go to
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