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5 CFR §839.611 — What are the time limits for making an election?

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  1. (a)If your qualifying retirement coverage error was not previously corrected, you have 6 months from the date you receive notice of the error under § 839.302 to make an election.
  2. (b)If your qualifying retirement coverage error was previously corrected, the time limit for making an election expires on September 19, 2002.