March 13, 2026executivefederal workforcegovernment reorganizationexecutive power
Federal agencies submit Phase 1 reduction in force and reorganization plans to OPM
Federal agencies hit the OPM deadline for submitting Phase 1 Agency Reduction in Force and Reorganization Plans, outlining proposed workforce cuts and structural changes under Trump's government restructuring directive. OPM reviews the plans before agencies proceed to Phase 2 implementation targeting a September 30, 2026 completion date.