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OPM to Congressman Hoyer: Thanks for the (Unworkable) Idea
Congressman Steny Hoyer wrote OPM to ask for a quick study on a four-day workweek for the federal workforce in the name of energy conservation. OPM tells the Congressman it isn't such a good idea.
Posted: September 3, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Reforming the "20th-Century Bureaucracy" Under a President Obama
What would the future hold for federal employees in an Obama administration? His acceptance speech yields a few clues and shows very close similarities to the acceptance speech delivered by Bill Clinton in 1992. "Change" to some federal employees may look and feel familiar.
Posted: August 29, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Considerations for the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program
If you are considering applying for the federal employee long-term care insurance program, here are several factors that may impact when you apply.
Posted: August 27, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
"Drill Here, Drill Now"
"Drill here, drill now" has become a political hot topic as gas prices have been soaring. One argument against drilling: The oil companies are not even drilling with existing leases. A decision from a federal appeals court finds that the government reneged on off-shore leases off the California coast and kept the companies from exploring and tapping off-shore resources. The government has been ordered to pay more than $1.1 billion to the leaseholders.
Posted: August 27, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Writing an Effective SES Resume
Writing your Senior Executive Service resume will probably be the trickiest one you have ever written. Here are practical tips that may help you in securing one of the most elite and competitive jobs in the country.
Posted: August 24, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Can Major Changes in Government Happen Quickly and Easily?
Could the federal government implement a four-day workweek in a month or less? Major changes usually require years with appeals, grievances, court appearances and legislative changes. A Maryland Congressman wants the change to happen quickly.
Posted: August 21, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Average Federal Compensation in 2007: $116,450
It seems no one is happy with the federal pay system. Many employees and federal unions argue that federal employees are significantly underpaid. But not everyone agrees. The average federal employee in 2007 received a pay and benefits package of $116,450--more than twice as much as the average private sector employee.
Posted: August 14, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Administrative Remedies, Tort Claims and the Privacy Act
A federal court has handed another defeat to Joseph and Valerie Plame Wilson in their efforts to receive damages from various high-level officials, including Vice President Cheney.
Posted: August 12, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
Writing your Elected Officials: It's Easier than you Think
FedSmith.com readers have often said they want to contact their elected officials in Congress about matters affecting federal employees. We have made it easy for you to make your views heard!
Posted: August 1, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
The "Old GSA" is Back as Feds Get Mileage Rate Increase
IRS announced a mileage rate reimbursement increase for tax purposes on June 23rd. For federal employees, the increase will be effective on August 1st.
Posted: July 30, 2008 | Full Story | Discuss this Article
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