Ian Smith
Ian Smith is one of the co-founders of FedSmith.com. He enjoys writing about current topics that affect the federal workforce.
New TSP Hardship Withdrawal Option Likely Coming Soon
A proposed rule would allow TSP participants to make hardship withdrawals in the event of natural disasters.
New TSP Annuity COLA Computation Rate Coming in March
TSP annuities will have a new formula used to calculate their cost of living adjustments starting this spring.
House Bill Would Expand Paid Parental Leave to All Federal Employees
A House bill would expand paid parental leave to cover some federal employees who were excluded by the new law.
Employment Costs are Killing the Postal Service
Employment related costs make up the bulk of the Postal Service’s operating costs. A recent GAO report looks at the burden they place on the agency.
White House Proposes 1% Pay Raise in 2021
The 2021 budget proposal from the White House includes a suggested pay raise for federal employees.
2021 Budget Proposal Would Eliminate FERS COLA, SRS
A number of reductions to federal employees’ retirement benefits have been proposed in the President’s 2021 Budget.
DOJ: China Allegedly Behind Equifax Breach
The Justice Department announced that four individuals from China have been indicted for stealing Americans’ personal data in the 2017 Equifax data breach.
OPM Outlines HR Flexibilities for the Coronavirus
OPM has provided detailed HR flexibilities that may be used on connection with the coronavirus.
USPS Reports $748 Million Net Loss in Q1 2020
The Postal Service reported another net loss for Q1 2020, but it was actually an improvement over last year.
Considering a Temporary Census Job? Be Sure to Read This
OPM has provided guidance for federal employees who plan to take part-time jobs to help out with the 2020 census.
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