The IRA procedure expands the rights available to federal employees and applicants to appeal personnel actions that are not directly appealable to the MSPB (see otherwise appealable action). In IRA cases, a broad range of personnel actions taken in reprisal for whistleblowing or other protected activity are appealable, including:
An appointment or promotion.
A detail, transfer, or reassignment.
Reinstatement, restoration, or reemployment.
A performance evaluation.
Any decision concerning pay, benefits, or awards.
Any decision concerning education or training if the education or training may lead to an appointment, promotion, performance evaluation, or other personnel action.
An order for psychiatric testing or examination.
Implementing or enforcing a nondisclosure policy, form, or agreement.
Any other significant change in duties, responsibilities, or working conditions.