OPM Retirement Backlog Hits Another 6-Year Low at the End of September
The OPM retirement backlog was slashed by 12% in September to hit another new low point for 2023.
Author: Ian Smith
VA Police Officer Allegedly Beat Man 45 Times With a Baton in Less Than a Minute
A VA police officer has been indicted on allegations that he used excessive force in beating a man with a department-issued baton.
Would a Calendar Change Help Prevent Government Shutdowns?
One Senator believes that switching the start date of the government’s fiscal year will help prevent government shutdowns.
2024 FEHB Premiums to Increase by 7.7%
The Office of Personnel Management has released the 2024 FEHB and FEDVIP premiums.
2023 Federal Employee Benefits Survey Coming Soon
The 2023 Federal Employee Benefits Survey is coming this fall, and it includes some changes.
Charleston Postal Museum Showcases Post Office History
History aficionados will enjoy visiting the Postal Museum in Charleston, SC.
Do Retired Federal Employees Get Annuity Payments During a Government Shutdown?
Will a government shutdown interrupt annuity payments for retired federal employees?
Bill Proposed to End Government Shutdowns
Legislation has been introduced to eliminate government shutdowns.
Ernst Wants Thorough Investigation of Telework
Senator Joni Ernst wants to know how many federal employees are using telework to get paid at a higher locality rate even though they work in a cheaper area.
OPM Retirement Backlog Grows by 5% in August
The OPM retirement backlog has increased for two months in a row.
