Budget Amendments Introduced for Federal Employees
Four amendments have been introduced that are designed to protect the pay and benefits of federal employees and contractors.
Author: Ian Smith
Why is Another Pay Freeze Being Proposed?
OMB’s acting director explained the rationale behind proposing another pay freeze in 2020 at a recent Congressional hearing.
Senators Don’t Want Veterans to Pay for VA’s Benefits Errors
Legislation has been reintroduced that would shield veterans from having to pay back benefits they received as a result of the VA’s errors.
Report Highlights Link Between Employee Engagement and Patient Care at VA Facilities
A new analysis of data at VA medical centers finds that there is a direct link between employee morale and the quality of patient care.
What Impact Did the Shutdown Have on ‘Use or Lose’ Annual Leave Donations?
OPM has issued guidance on how “use or lose” annual leave donations will be handled as a result of the recent shutdown.
Legislation Reintroduced to Provide Tax Break to Some Federal Employees
Another effort is being made to provide a tax break to some federal employees who are reimbursed by the government for their relocation costs.
2019 Retroactive Pay Raise is Almost Here
What is taking the pay raise so long to arrive? OPM’s director provides an explanation.
Report on Government Waste Targets Step Increases, SRS
A report that targets wasteful government spending includes some pay and benefits for federal workers among its examples.
Former DIA Officer Pleads Guilty to Attempted Espionage
A former DIA officer has pleaded guilty to attempted espionage due to efforts to transmit classified defense information to China.
Bill Would Protect Federal Employees From Being Fired for Marijuana Use
New legislation would protect the jobs of federal employees who legally use marijuana under state law.
