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Rule Changes

Published the October 22, 2026 correction to 5 CFR 1653.5(l)

Once a court orders money out of a Thrift Savings Plan account, the payment is final. The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board published a final rule October 22 reinstating 5 CFR 1653.5(l), which says a properly paid court order payment cannot be returned to the TSP.

Updated Oct 28