Appendix A-14: Office of Congressional Relations (OCR)

FY 2000 Performance Report
Goal & Performance Indicators Checklist

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OCR Goal 1 -- M

Provide guidance and assistance to agency management and to Congress in the development of human resources management policies and programs to promote a merit-based and cost-effective Federal service and the optimum balance of Governmentwide consistency and agency-specific flexibilities.

M Enactment of legislative proposals put forth by OPM and the Administration with regard to Federal HR management issues. [Critical indicator]

This is the critical indicator because it is necessary to implement the agenda of OPM and the Administration to equip agencies to respond to changing human resources and agency needs in the 21st century.

In FY 2000, the Administration granted clearance to forward three legislative proposals. Of these three, one was a resubmission of an item from the previous Congress. In addition, all or part of six proposals were introduced or incorporated into other measures.

M Positive feedback from Congressional staff, employee organizations, OPM policy offices, interest groups, other executive agencies, and OMB as indicated in meetings, routine discussions, and written letters of commendation to ensure OCR meets the needs of those served.

OCR has received both emails and written letters from members of OPM’s authorization and appropriations committees thanking OCR for our support on passage of legislation and assistance addressing constituent casework. In some instances, OCR has received praise from Members of Congress in the Congressional Record for our efforts in securing enactment of major legislation. An example would be Representative Connie Morella’s remarks on OCR’s behalf during passage of the Long-Term Care Security Act.

M Maintain ability to handle testimony, referrals, and inquiries.

Each year, OCR provides legislative analysis, drafting assistance, and policy review in response to OMB referrals. OCR reported orally or in writing on: