Transition Dates Announced for Launching TSP Mutual Fund Window, Other New Features
Important transition dates have been announced for adding the TSP mutual fund window and other improvements to the TSP that are launching this summer.
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OPM Retirement Backlog Sets Another Record in March
The number of pending claims in the OPM retirement backlog has managed to grow even more as of the end of March 2022.
How the New Paid Parental Bereavement Leave Benefit for Federal Employees Works
OPM has issued guidelines explaining how the new paid parental bereavement leave benefit for federal employees works.
Lawmakers Are Still Asking Why So Many Federal Employees Are on Telework
President Biden promised federal employees would begin to wind down expanded telework. Two lawmakers are asking why it is not happening.
More Lawmakers Move to Stop Government From Tracking Federal Employees’ Personal Religious Data
Another bill would stop federal agencies from storing and sharing the personal info of federal employees seeking religious exemptions to the vaccine mandate.
Return to the Office? FedSmith Readers Still Say Not Yet
A majority of FedSmith readers still say it’s too soon to return to in-person work, but the sentiment is not as strong as it was earlier this year.
Federal Employees Will Now Get Paid Time Off to Vote
A new policy announced by OPM will give federal employees paid time off to vote.
Bill Would Prohibit TSP From Investing in Russia
Recently introduced legislation would bar future TSP investments in Russian companies.
What Does the Public Think of Federal Employees?
A new survey offers insights into what the American public thinks of federal employees.
Legislation Aims to Address Poorly Performing Federal Employees
New legislation aims to restore four Trump era executive orders placing restrictions on unions and making it easier to fire federal employees.
