Federal workers are receiving new communications regarding the Trump administration's "Fork in the Road" resignation offer, which promises continued pay and benefits despite legal concerns. Union representatives and employment attorneys highlight that the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) lacks authority to make such promises, which may conflict with the Anti-Deficiency Act. Many agencies face budget constraints by March 14, complicating the legality of the offer and creating confusion within the workforce about the validity of their options as Congress controls budget appropriations.
"The executive branch cannot legally now obligate the government to make payments past March 14. An offer for paid leave past that point is unlawful."
"OPM does not regulate the use of administrative leave. This authority rests with each agency head."
"Congress has the power of the purse. The power of the executive to spend money is limited by the appropriations approved by Congress and signed by the president."
"Employment attorneys and union representatives emphasize that OPM lacks the authority to promise paid leave for government employees other than their own."
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