OPM Updates FMLA Regulations to Reflect Statutory Changes in Eligibility and Leave Substitution

OPM is issuing a direct final rule making technical revisions to its FMLA regulations to incorporate statutory amendments. Under the changes, virtually all federal civilian service and certain honorable active military service count toward FMLA eligibility, and annual and sick leave granted under authorities outside title 5 may be substituted for unpaid FMLA leave.