Sequestration Would Force Civilian Personnel Cuts in 2014, Hagel Says

Government Executive:  The Defense Department is considering civilian reductions in force in fiscal 2014 to match reduced budget levels required by sequestration.

In a letter to the Senate Armed Services Committee, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said that while he is “fully committed” to enacting President Obama’s budget, he is currently planning a  “contingency plan” in case sequestration remains in effect.

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