Ian Smith
Ian Smith is one of the co-founders of FedSmith.com. He enjoys writing about current topics that affect the federal workforce.
Would Replacing the Dollar Bill with a Coin Save the Government Money?
Past legislative attempts to eliminate the dollar bill in favor of coins say it will save the government money. Is this really true?
It’s Here! Executive Order Issued Implementing 2019 Pay Raise
The long awaited executive order on the 2019 retroactive pay raise has been issued by President Trump.
GAO: Roughly Half of Older Americans Have No Retirement Savings
An updated GAO report shows that almost half of households 55 and up have no retirement savings.
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.
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.
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