Ian Smith
Ian Smith is one of the co-founders of FedSmith.com. He enjoys writing about current topics that affect the federal workforce.
Senators Want You to Fly Coach When You Travel
Recently introduced legislation would ban federal employees from flying first or business class on official travel.
GAO Doesn’t Sound Wild About the OPM Reorg Plan
A recent GAO report says that plans for carrying out the proposed reorganization of OPM are lacking so far.
OPM Encourages Use of Telework During Metro Project
OPM is encouraging agencies to use workplace flexibilities in light of an upcoming Metro construction project.
No Movement on Changing the $20 Bill
The government previously approved changing the face of the $20 bill, but it appears that effort has waned after the 2016 election.
When Does the TSP Modernization Act Go Into Effect?
FedSmith readers have been asking when the changes under the TSP Modernization Act go into effect. We now have an answer.
EPA Rejects IG’s Suggestion to Recoup a Portion of Former Administrator’s Travel Costs
The EPA said it does not plan to recoup some of former administrator Scott Pruitt’s travel costs in response to the suggestion from its IG.
Legislation Aims to Boost Americans’ Retirement Savings
Many Americans do not save nearly enough for retirement. Two Senators want to change that.
Should a Citizenship Question be on the Census?
The Supreme Court will settle a recent debate over the census that could fundamentally change the history of how it has been used in America.
Should Federal Employees’ Bonuses and Pensions be Provided to the Public?
One Congressman wants to make federal employees’ bonuses and pensions publicly available.
USPS Loses $2.1 Billion in Q2 2019
The Postal Service saw its net losses increase over last year according to its latest financial report.
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