Inflation Report Offers Clues on 2027 COLA—But Iran Conflict Is a Wild Card
Inflation is moderate, suggesting a 2027 COLA of 2–3%. However, oil prices and geopolitical risks could raise inflation before the October finalization.
Author: Ralph R. Smith
FLRA Reverses Course on Union Dues Cancellation Rule
The FLRA withdrew its 2022 proposal to limit when federal employees can cancel union dues, keeping the current rule: cancel anytime after one year.
OPM Proposal Would Overhaul Federal RIF Process, Putting Performance Ahead of Seniority
OPM is proposing changes to RIF rules favoring performance over seniority, aiming to reshape the federal workforce. How will this impact federal employees?
Why the TSP’s I Fund Is Outperforming—and How Long the Advantage May Last
The TSP’s I Fund is still outperforming U.S. stock funds. The trend has momentum, but it is not guaranteed to last. Here’s what is driving the I Fund’s performance.
Appeals Court Upholds Trump Executive Order Restricting Collective Bargaining
Federal employee unions sued to stop an executive order excluding them on security grounds; brief wins faded as appeals stalled collective bargaining.
Trump’s TSP-for-All Proposal: What It Means for Workers—and Federal Employees
President Trump proposed a TSP-style retirement plan for workers without a 401(k). Here’s how it compares to the TSP and what it means for TSP investors.
Performance Ratings Overhaul: OPM Proposal Could Reshape Federal Employees’ Evaluations
OPM has proposed major changes to its performance management system. It could curb ratings, allow rating distributions, and make it easier to address poor performance.
Decade-Long Executive Pay Freeze Continues to Impact Federal Workforce
Federal leaders face another year of pay caps, as a long-running pay freeze continues to shape salaries and create ripple effects across top government roles.
OPM’s Bold Move: Canceling Federal Union Contracts to Boost National Security
New OPM guidance accelerates union contract changes, aiming for a more flexible, accountable federal workforce despite ongoing litigation.
Schedule F and Draining the Swamp: ~50,000 Federal Jobs May Lose Civil-Service Appeal Rights
OPM issued a final Schedule F rule, stripping civil-service appeals from ~50K federal employees to ease firing and reduce efforts to derail policy initiatives.
