# 5 C.F.R. § 1201.25 (2026): Content of agency response

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T5_P1201_S1201_25

## Section

- **Citation:** 5 C.F.R. § 1201.25 (2026)
- **Heading:** Content of agency response
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 5 CFR: Administrative Personnel / Chapter II: MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD / Part 1201: PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES / Subpart B: Procedures for Appellate Cases / § 1201.25: § 1201.25   Content of agency response.

## Text

The agency response to an appeal must contain the following:
(a) The name of the appellant and of the agency whose action the appellant is appealing;
(b) A statement identifying the agency action taken against the appellant and stating the reasons for taking the action;
(c) All documents contained in the agency record of the action;
(d) Designation of and signature by the authorized agency representative; and
(e) Any other documents or responses requested by the Board.

## Nearby sections

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- [5 C.F.R. § 1201.25 (2026) § 1201.25   Content of agency response.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T5_P1201_S1201_25.md)
- [5 C.F.R. § 1201.26 (2026) § 1201.26   Service of pleadings and response.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T5_P1201_S1201_26.md)
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