OPM Retirement Backlog Drops to New 2023 Low
After growing by 5% in October, the OPM retirement backlog reversed course and dropped to a new low for the year.
Backlog
Stay updated on the size and status of the OPM retirement backlog, including monthly processing statistics, trends in new retirement claims, and the impact delays can have on recently retired federal employees. Explore analysis of OPM reports, seasonal surges, digital application processing, and policy changes that influence how quickly retirement claims are completed. Find clear explanations and timely updates to help federal retirees understand what the backlog means for interim payments, final annuity calculations, and overall retirement planning.
IG: OPM Still Has Work to Do to Improve Retirement Applications Process
A recent IG report offers suggestions on ways OPM can improve its retirement applications process for federal employees.
OPM Retirement Backlog Reverses Course in October, Jumps 5%
The OPM retirement backlog reversed course in October 2023 after its record setting low the previous month.
OPM Retirement Backlog Hits Another 6-Year Low at the End of September
The OPM retirement backlog was slashed by 12% in September to hit another new low point for 2023.
OPM Retirement Backlog Grows by 5% in August
The OPM retirement backlog has increased for two months in a row.
OPM Retirement Backlog Grows in July
The OPM retirement backlog grew in July off of the six-year low it achieved during the previous month.
Senator Wants Answers on OPM Retirement Backlog
Senator James Lankford (R-OK) is concerned about the OPM retirement backlog and the problems it is creating for retired federal employees.
OPM Retirement Backlog Drops to Six-Year Low to Finish June
The OPM retirement backlog dropped in June to a new low for 2023 and to a level not seen since 2017.
OPM Retirement Backlog Drops Below 20k in May
The OPM retirement backlog fell to its lowest level so far in 2023 at the end of May.
OPM Releases New Guide to Help Federal Employees Prepare for Retirement
OPM has released a new retirement guide to walk federal employees through what to expect while their retirement applications are being processed.
