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Important Changes to Proposed Benefits Cuts in House-Passed Spending Bill

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 28, 2025 8:46 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The version of the Big Beautiful Bill Act that passed the House contains important changes to proposed cuts to federal employees’ retirement benefits.

Why Federal Employees Often Get Terrible Financial Advice

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 27, 2025 2:04 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees have unique benefits which can often lead to them getting bad advice from financial advisors. These tips can help protect you.

Why Be a Federal Employee? Is It Still a Good Choice?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMay 27, 2025 7:04 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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The author considers the question as to whether or not federal employment is still a good option despite recent policy changes.

Remembering Memorial Day: Federal Agency Continuing the Search for Missing American Service Members

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 24, 2025 5:49 PM | Updated: May 26, 2025 3:47 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

On Memorial Day, we honor missing service members. Learn how a federal agency uncovers their stories and why it matters.

Supremes Reinforce Executive Power Over Independent Agencies, Appeals May Continue

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 23, 2025 11:36 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The Supreme Court allowed the President to remove the MSPB Chair with few exceptions, citing substantial executive power for at-will removal.

New Policy Could Offer Large Cash Bonuses to Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 22, 2025 12:40 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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OSC has established a new policy designed to incentivize whistleblowers to report waste or wrongdoing by encouraging agencies to offer cash rewards.

Legislation Reintroduced to Establish Inspector General for FRTIB

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 22, 2025 8:25 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Legislation has been reintroduced to create an inspector general to oversee the FRTIB.

Dueling Court Decisions: Status of Judicial Review of Executive Order on Unions and National Security

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 21, 2025 1:30 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The President’s Executive Order restricting union representation in several agencies for national security reasons is again under attack by a DC district court judge. Here is the latest.

Recent Federal Retirees: Lower Your Medicare Part B Premium With One Form

By Neil Cain and Austin CostelloMay 21, 2025 10:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal retirees can appeal high Medicare Part B premiums via SSA-44 if their income drops post-retirement, ensuring premiums reflect current income.

Why Some of Your Contributions Should Be in Roth TSP

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterMay 20, 2025 2:21 PM | Updated: May 27, 2025 12:08 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees can balance their TSP contributions between Traditional and Roth to optimize tax savings now and tax-free growth later.

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