CBO Says Debt Limit Will Be Reached in October
The CBO says in a new report that the government will run out of money by October if the debt ceiling is not raised. Here is what this means for TSP investors.
Author: Ian Smith
House Bill Cuts IRS Budget, Imposes Restrictions
A spending bill has been introduced in the House that would reduce the overall budget for the IRS and impose new restrictions on the agency.
House Republicans Push Back Against Proposed Benefits Cuts
A group of House Republicans recently went on record as being against proposed cuts to federal employees’ pay and benefits.
FAA Privatization Bill Passes House Committee
Legislation that would privatize a portion of the FAA has been approved by the House Transportation Committee.
Labor Department Begins Monitoring Federal Employees’ Opioid Use
The Labor Department has announced it will begin monitoring opioid prescription usage under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act.
Congressmen Press OPM for Answers About FLTCIP Premium Increases
Two Congressmen are asking OPM for details on what the agency plans to do to curtail future premium increases for FLTCIP enrollees.
Trump Signs VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act Into Law
The VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act has been signed into law by President Trump. Here is a recap of the provisions of the new law.
Legislation Introduced to Allow Multiple Withdrawals from the TSP
Legislation has been introduced in the House to allow federal employees to make multiple age-based and post-separation withdrawals from the TSP accounts.
Legislation Introduced to Privatize Air Traffic Control
Legislation has been introduced in the House to privatize the nation’s air traffic control systems. It failed in the past, but could it succeed this time?
House Passes Bill That Would Establish Employee Awards Program at DHS
The House has passed legislation that would create a series of new initiatives to improve the morale of DHS employees.
