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The bill simplifies and standardizes relocation payments and adds appeal rights for federal employees, at the cost of potential reduced reimbursements for some movers, short‑term inequities while rules are finalized, and added administrative burden for agencies.
Federal employees who must relocate will be able to receive a single lump‑sum payment instead of multiple itemized relocation reimbursements, simplifying the moving process and reducing paperwork for movers.
Federal agencies and relocating employees will have clearer federal guidance on when lump sums are allowed and how to calculate them, reducing inconsistent treatment across agencies and improving predictability.
Federal employees who dispute lump‑sum determinations will gain formal appeal rights and notice of appeal to the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals, strengthening procedural protections.
Some federal employees who relocate may receive less reimbursement under a lump‑sum approach than under itemized payments, increasing their out‑of‑pocket moving costs.
Until GSA finalizes rules, agencies could exercise discretion unevenly in authorizing lump sums, creating potential inequities between employees or across agencies.
Establishing new regulations and a formal dispute process will create additional administrative workload and costs for agencies, potentially diverting staff time and resources from other duties.
Based on analysis of 2 sections of legislative text.
Introduced December 1, 2025 by Brian Jack · Last progress December 1, 2025
Authorizes federal agencies to offer a one-time lump-sum relocation payment to employees who must move in the government’s interest, instead of the standard itemized relocation reimbursements. The measure directs the General Services Administration to write rules on when agencies may use lump sums, how to calculate amounts, and procedures for employees to dispute relocation claims and appeal to the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals. The change adds a new statutory provision to existing federal employee relocation rules and updates the subchapter table of contents. It does not itself appropriate funds or set specific payment amounts — those details will be set in implementing regulations and agency decisions.