What federal employees are covered for negligence?

The correct answer is that everyone doing their job is covered for negligence. This principle is grounded in the Federal Employees Liability Reform and Tort Compensation Act, which provides that federal employees are generally protected from personal liability for acts performed within the scope of their employment. This means that as long as federal employees are acting in their official capacity and within their job responsibilities, they are afforded protection against claims of negligence.

This broad coverage is designed to encourage federal employees to perform their duties without fear of personal repercussions, recognizing that errors or omissions can occur in the course of fulfilling their responsibilities. It applies to all federal employees, not just those in specific roles or positions, reflecting the principle that as long as the actions taken are part of their employment duties, the government itself can be held liable rather than the individual employee.

Other options, while referring to specific groups, do not encompass the full range of employees covered under federal liability protections. The law is meant to protect all government workers performing official tasks, thereby promoting a more effective functioning of federal operations.