Ian Smith
Ian Smith is one of the co-founders of FedSmith.com. He enjoys writing about current topics that affect the federal workforce.
Trump Gives Federal Employees Extra Day Off for Christmas
President Trump has issued an Executive Order giving most federal employees an extra day off on Christmas Eve this year.
Proposal Would Change Calculation Rate of the TSP Annuity COLA
The FRTIB has proposed a change to the rate used to calculate annual increases for TSP annuities.
Which Agencies are the “Best Places to Work”?
Which agencies have been rated as the “best places to work” in the federal government this year?
BLM Provides Options to Employees Impacted by Agency Relocation
BLM employees who were asked to relocate from the Washington office recently faced a decision deadline. The agency has detailed their remaining options.
It Looks Like Federal Employees Will Get Paid Parental Leave After All
Despite past failed attempts, it appears that Congress is going to be successful in enacting a paid parental leave policy for federal employees.
Legislation Reintroduced to Prevent Government Shutdowns
Another bill has been introduced to end government shutdowns and help the federal employees who suffer from the effects.
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Tops 18k in November
The retirement backlog at OPM broke through the 18,000 mark in November.
Deadline Rapidly Approaching for TSP Two-Step Authentication
Are you ready for the upcoming deadline for two-factor authentication on your TSP account?
Should the VA be Providing Acupuncture Services to Veterans?
Legislation has been introduced to require the VA to expand access to acupuncture services.
TSP Releases End of Year Processing Schedule
The TSP has provided the 2019 end of year processing schedule for plan participants.
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