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Adverse action

A negative employment action taken against a federal employee, such as a suspension, demotion, or removal.

Furlough

A temporary, unpaid leave of absence from work, typically due to budget cuts or lack of work.

Reduction in force (RIF)

The involuntary separation of an employee from federal service, typically due to a lack of work, a shortage of funds, reorganization, or reclassification.

Annuity

A series of regular payments made to a retired federal employee, also known as a pension.

Preponderance of the evidence

A legal standard of proof where the evidence shows that it is more likely than not that something is true (e.g., more than 50% likely).

Substantial evidence

A legal standard of proof that refers to enough evidence that a reasonable mind might accept as adequate to support a conclusion. It is generally a lower standard than 'preponderance of the evidence'.

Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

A formal plan used by federal agencies to help an employee whose performance is unsatisfactory improve to an acceptable level within a specified period.