URGENT DRP 2.0 Update: What You NEED to Know Before the Deadline!

👉 Are you a VA employee facing tough decisions with the Deferred Resignation Program (DRP)? This detailed breakdown of Week 2 of the DRP process walks you through timelines, qualification details, healthcare options, retirement strategies, and more — so you can make the right decision before it’s too late.

⚠️ The deadline is approaching (April 30, 2025) — don’t wait until the last minute!
In this video, I break down HR guidance, explain what “direct patient care” really means, cover insurance and retirement plan options, and share real insights from the VHA conference call and HR updates.

⏱️ Time Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro to DRP Week 2 – Why this info matters now
00:00:40 - Accessing the PowerApps Portal – How to find your DRP status
00:01:10 - Job Aid & Service Card Updates – Submitting the correct info
00:01:32 - What Qualifies as Direct Patient Care – Understanding your role
00:02:40 - Decision Tree & HR Review Process – How approvals and exemptions are decided
00:03:54 - Timeline and Settlement Decisions – What happens if you’re approved or denied
00:05:13 - Health & Life Insurance Options – Comparing FEGLI and private options
00:06:55 - Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Insights – Withdrawal, rollover, and loan details
00:08:01 - Refund of Retirement Contributions – Less than 5 years of service? THIS IS FOR YOU.
00:08:35 - Lump Sum Payouts & Sick Leave – Know what you’ll be paid
00:09:10 - Service Card & Personnel Records – Why accuracy is critical now
00:10:18 - Helpful Links & Next Steps – OPM resources and retirement planning
00:11:03 - Updates from VHA Hotline – Changes and what’s next for DRP 2.0
00:12:20 - Final Thoughts & Encouragement – Support for you & your colleagues

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