B-230338: Jun 21, 1988

A former Department of Agriculture (USDA) employee: (1) appealed a determination that she was indebted to the United States for her relocation expenses; and (2) requested either waiver of the claim or prorating based on her period of service. GAO held that the claimant was liable for the relocation expenses, since: (1) her separation was for reasons that were not beyond her control and was not acc...

B-230338: Jun 21, 1988

Is obligated to repay the government the amount paid by the government in connection with her transfer. Her separation was not for reasons beyond the employee's control and acceptable to USDA as provided in 5 U.S.C. The assessment of interest or other appropriate charges on this debt is governed by 31 U.S.C. Johnson - Relocation Expenses - Breach of Service Agreement: The issue in this decision is...