Man’s Soda Refill at VA Hospital Costs Him $525
A South Carolina man was facing a potentially expensive fine for his trip to the cafeteria at the downtown Charleston, SC VA medical center.
Author: Ian Smith
Congressman Wants to Take Away Salaries of Federal Employees in Contempt of Congress
Congressman Blake Farenthold (R-TX) recently introduced legislation that would take away the salaries of federal employees who are found to be in contempt of Congress.
FedSmith.com Users Favor Inclusion of Obesity Drugs in FEHB
The Office of Personnel Management recently announced it was not permissible for insurance carriers to exclude obesity drugs under FEHB on the basis that obesity is a lifestyle condition. We asked our users what their thoughts were about this and the majority of responses indicate that the prospect of having coverage for obesity drugs would be a welcome change.
Should the IRS Use Private Tax Collectors?
The National Treasury Employees Union is urging Congress not to require the Treasury Department to use private collection agencies for collecting taxes, but advocates say the program will benefit the government and the IRS. What is your opinion?
Will My TSP Go Down?
The stock market has been on a tear since its drop in 2008. Are you worried about losing money in your TSP due to a pullback? Before you make any emotional investment decisions, you may want to read one financial expert’s advice to a federal employee who was recently facing this dilemma.
House Passes Ryan Budget
The House has passed the budget proposal put forth by House Budget Committee chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI).
OPM Reduces Retirement Backlog
The Office of Personnel Management was able to make a sizable reduction in the number of backlogged retirement claims last month, the first reduction seen in the backlog so far in 2014.
Moran: Members of Congress are Underpaid
Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA) said in a recent interview that he believes members of Congress are underpaid for the work they do.
Are You Losing Free Money in Your TSP Account?
If you are not contributing at least 5% to your TSP account, you could be losing out on thousands of extra dollars.
House Budget Committee Advances 2015 Budget Proposal
The House Budget Committee has approved the House Republican fiscal year 2015 budget.
