Decision Over-Turning Executive Orders Goes to Next Level Court
A District Court decision overturning major provisions of three Executive Orders has been appealed. Here is a summary of the arguments made by Justice Department.
Month: December 2018
NASA Facility Chief Found Guilty of Receiving Illegal Gratuities
A NASA official was found guilty of illegally receiving gratuities in his official capacity as a federal employee.
How Pay and Retirement Benefits are Impacted by a Partial Shutdown
How would a partial government shutdown impact the pay of current and retired federal employees?
The Effects of a Lack of a Pay Raise
How does the lack of a pay raise factor into inflation, and what is the overall impact on your FERS annuity and Social Security benefits?
What are the “Grand Challenges” in Public Administration? Make Your Voice Heard
A new campaign is underway to identify the “grand challenges in public administration.” The author explains the purpose and how you can make your voice heard.
FERS Disability Retirement: An Overview of Your Application Package
The author describes the necessary forms you will need when putting together your FERS Disability Retirement application.
Internet Access Rates Remain Uneven in the U.S.
Recent Census Bureau data show adoption rates of broadband internet throughout the country. This has led to more government services moving online.
Is Your Agency One of the ‘Best Places to Work?’
Which agencies are rated as the “best places to work” in the federal government this year?
How to Increase Your FERS Pension by 10% for Life
The author explains one way federal employees can increase their FERS pension payments in retirement.
Eliminate the Cap, Solve Social Security’s Financial Problems?
Would eliminating the cap on Social Security be a good thing? The author says it is not a good idea.
