5 C.F.R. § 9701.611 Decision notice.
Title 5 - Administrative Personnel
(a) In arriving at its decision on a proposed adverse action, the Department may not consider any reasons for the action other than those specified in the proposal notice. (b) The Department must consider any response from the employee and the employee's representative, if the response is provided to the official designated under §9701.610(d) during the opportunity to reply, and any medical documentation furnished under §9701.610(g). (c) The decision notice must specify in writing the reasons for the decision and advise the employee of any appeal or grievance rights under subparts E or G of this part. (d) The Department must deliver the notice to the employee on or before the effective date of the action.
Title 5: Administrative Personnel
PART 9701—DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Subpart F—Adverse Actions
Requirements for Furlough of 30 Days or Less, Suspension, Demotion, Reduction in Pay, or Removal
§ 9701.611 Decision notice.
