MSPB to Cease Operations in a Shutdown
The MSPB has announced that it will cease all operations during a shutdown.
Month: September 2013
Federal Employees Reminded to Remain Mindful of Ethics in Shutdown
A note from the Office of Government Ethics reminds federal employees that even if they are furloughed, they must continue to comply with all ethics laws and regulations.
Shutdown Would Result in Furloughs for Many FedSmith.com Users
Responses to a recent FedSmith.com survey indicate that most of our users would be furloughed if the government shuts down this week.
Federal Employees Encouraged to Get Flu Shots
If you are a federal employee, your employer wants to make sure you get a flu shot this year.
Rural Carrier Saves Customer In Tight Squeeze
Sacramento, CA rural carrier Sharen Byrd recently helped save one of her customers who was trapped in her home.
What Happens to Your Pay and Benefits in a Shutdown?
Will you get paid during a government shutdown? OPM offers guidance on what would happen to your pay and benefits should it happen at the end of the month.
FEHBP Premiums to Rise 3.7% in 2014
OPM has announced the average premium rate for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) will increase by 3.7% in 2014.
Government Shutdown: Will Federal Retirees Continue to Receive Annuity Payments?
If you are a federal retiree, will you continue to receive your annuity payments in the event of a government shutdown?
Would a Shutdown Affect Social Security Payments?
Will you continue to get your Social Security payments if the government shuts down?
Agency Policies Gone Awry – Part 2
In this follow-on article, the author addresses comments from readers and identifies actions that federal employees can take and have taken to change policy and bring about needed improvements.