MSFC Layoff Update
NASA bill would postpone layoffs, Huntsville Times
“Cowing said although the spending bill would keep NASA from laying off people next year, it does very little to eliminate layoffs at some point. “The language doesn’t say NASA can’t plan for a RIF over the next year. Planning for a RIF is a long process,” said Cowing, who runs the NASAWatch.com Web site. “You can’t just flip a switch and call for a RIF the next week.”
NASA Authorization Act of 2005: Conference Report (Final)
“(4) LIMITATION.NASA may not implement any Reduction in Force or other involuntary separations (except for cause) prior to March 16, 2007.”