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Reduction in Force (RIF)

A layoff of federal employees, usually due to reasons like a lack of funds, a reorganization, or a shortage of work.

Small Business Administration (SBA)

A U.S. government agency that provides support to entrepreneurs and small businesses through loans, advice, and training.

Enactment Date

The specific date a bill officially becomes a law after successfully passing through both chambers of Congress and being signed by the President (or becoming law without a signature, or after a veto override).

Back Pay

Wages or salary that an employee is owed for a period of time during which they were wrongly denied employment or did not receive their proper compensation.

Small Business Act

The federal law that established the Small Business Administration and outlines its responsibilities and programs to support small businesses.

Covered Office

Refers to specific offices within the Small Business Administration that provide services such as counseling, loan oversight, disaster relief, or contracting certifications.