Of the narcotic analgesics, butorphanol is used most often in horses with colic. Butorphanol has few adverse effects on the GI tract or heart. However, when given in large doses, narcotics can cause excitement, and the horse may become unstable.
FERS Information. Congress created the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) in 1986, and it became effective on January 1, 1987. Since that time, new Federal civilian employees who have retirement coverage are covered by FERS.
The date your vesting period begins is determined by your TSP Service Computation Date (TSP-SCD), which your agency reports to the TSP. If you are a FERS participant, your SCD is shown along with the required vesting information on your TSP participant statements. This date should include all Federal civilian service you have performed in the past. The date will never be earlier than January 1, 1984.