Ahuja Stepping Down as OPM Director
OPM Director Kiran Ahuja announced she is resigning from the agency.
Author: Ian Smith
Biden Revokes COVID Mask Mandate for Federal Employees
President Biden has formally repealed one of his previous COVID-related mandates for federal employees.
USPS Plans Another Rate Increase
The Postal Service plans to raise stamp prices by 7.4% starting this summer.
OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed by 14% in March
The OPM retirement backlog fell to its lowest level since last fall at the end of March 2024.
OPM Issues Final Rule in Response to Schedule F
OPM has finalized a rule to implement a prohibition against a future president being able to reclassify federal employees and remove their civil service protection.
Lawmakers Raise More Questions About Telework
Two letters from Republican lawmakers highlight the ongoing debate over telework policies at federal agencies.
Legislation Introduced to Combat FEHB Fraud
Legislation has been introduced that aims to stop billions of dollars worth of fraud occurring within the FEHB Program.
2025 RSC Budget Would Make It Easier to Fire Federal Employees and Enact Pay Cuts
The 2025 Republican Study Committee budget proposal would make various reforms to federal employee pay and benefits.
Bill Creates Incentive to Get Federal Employees Back in the Office
A recent bill would incentivize federal agencies to bring their employees back to the office or otherwise risk losing their allotted office space.
Will St. Patrick’s Day Become a New Federal Holiday?
St. Patrick’s Day is a popular day in America but it seems unlikely that Congress will create a new holiday.
