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Portions of the Department of Transportation are currently in shutdown/furlough status due to a lapse in appropriations. Please continue to monitor this page for updates on DOT’s operating status.

Creditor Letter

For employees who need to have discussions with their creditors about missing or extending payments, this creditor letter is available that explains the situation and asks the creditors to be patient.  This letter does not guarantee the creditor will extend the payment schedule but many creditors have indicated they will work with Federal employees who are affected by the shutdown. 

Last updated: Monday, January 7, 2019