Federal agencies can now award employees bonuses up to $25,000 without OPM review

Federal agencies are now authorized to grant employee bonuses up to $25,000 without requiring an OPM review. This policy change allows agencies to provide larger financial awards specifically to their highest performers. By removing the need for OPM oversight for these amounts, the government encourages agencies to utilize this authority to better reward top-tier employees. This shift streamlines the process for awarding significant bonuses to ensure that high performance is recognized and incentivized effectively.