5 CFR § 1201.25 - Content of agency response.

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title: "5 CFR § 1201.25 - Content of agency response."
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section_name: "Content of agency response."
chapter_name: "MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD"
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# 1201.25 Content of agency response.

The agency response to an appeal must contain the following:

(a) The name of the appellant and of the agency whose action the appellant is appealing;

(b) A statement identifying the agency action taken against the appellant and stating the reasons for taking the action;

(c) All documents contained in the agency record of the action;

(d) Designation of and signature by the authorized agency representative; and

(e) Any other documents or responses requested by the Board.