Current through September 30, 2024
Section 550.1501 - General(a)Statutory authority. This subpart implements the Civilian Service Recognition Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-73 ; December 20, 2011), reprinted as a note to 5 U.S.C.A. 5570 , which authorizes agencies to give a flag of the United States to a beneficiary of a Federal civilian employee who dies of injuries incurred in connection with his or her employment with the Federal Government, under specific circumstances.(b)Eligibility. Agencies may furnish a flag to the beneficiary (as defined in § 550.1503 ) of an eligible employee (as specified in § 550.1504 ) who died on or after December 20, 2011.