PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - eTradeWire -- FDR Training^SM, a qualified training activity in accordance with OPM's 5 CFR 410.404, announced program details for the event taking place July 28 – 31, 2025 at the New Orleans Marriott.

This year's FDR Training program will provide in-depth training on the most crucial federal workplace challenges, including Human Resources, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Legal Issues in Federal Employment Law. Attendees will also hear from the nation's top federal experts as they discuss the latest changes in laws, regulations, and Trump administration priorities impacting the federal workforce. through timely and relevant workshops and sessions including:

• Reductions-in-Force: Following the Rules, Getting Them Right – Barbara Haga will present an overview of RIF processes and an in-depth review of MSPB decisions on the key aspects of RIFs.
• Putting Your Best Foot Forward: EEO Refresher Training for Counselors and Investigators - This interactive and engaging workshop will satisfy the annual 8-hour refresher training requirement while covering new EEO case law and current issues including addressing attendee-generated topics.
• What HR Practitioners Need to Know About Resignations and Retirements – This two-part session will examine types of retirement that might apply in connection with an adverse action as well as the impact of an early separation on benefits.
• Navigating the New Schedule Policy/Career – Lead by attorney Kevin Owen, this session will provide an overview of the executive actions, OPM guidance, and regulations implementing Schedule Policy/Career.
• The New Rules for Probationary and Trial Periods – In this session, attorney Robert Erbe will explain how Executive Order 14284 marks a pivotal shift in federal employment practices – and what agencies must do to comply.  
• Suitability Determinations and Actions Under the Trump Administration – This session with Kevin Owen will provide an overview of the changes to the suitability regulations, and the process for making determinations and taking actions under the Trump administration.
• Administrative Leave: Dissecting OPM's New Regulations – Noted leave expert Barbara Haga will break down the key issues addressed in OPM's long-awaited regulations on administrative leave.

"At this time of unprecedented change, FDR provides an unparalleled opportunity to hear from experts in the field to ensure your agency is in compliance with the latest Trump administration directives," said Leslie Lake, Vice President, Federal Editorial, LRP Media Group.

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Attendees who register for the 2025 FDR Training event by May 30, 2025 will receive Super Savings of $150.00 off an All Access Premium Pass. To register visit www.FDRtraining.com or call toll-free 1-800-341-7874.