At the recommendation of federal and local law enforcement officials, the United States Office of Personnel Management announces the operating status for federal employees on Monday April 17, 2000.
- Within the area of 12th street NW, 23rd st NW, Constitution Avenue and K street, only emergency employees should report to work.
- Other Federal offices located in the District of Columbia will operate under an UNSCHEDULED LEAVE policy.
- Federal offices in Virginia and Maryland will be operating as usual.