Federal Employees and Union Dues Withholding: The Controversy Continues
A bill in Congress would prohibit agencies from assuming the role of dues withholding for unions. Here is an update on how the FLRA has addressed this issue.
Author: Ralph R. Smith
Annual Federal Pay Raises During Inflation: Carter vs. Biden & Latest Inflation Data
The rate of inflation is decreasing. Are you feeling better yet?
Pay Cap, Pay Compression, and Potential for Change
The pay cap impacts a growing number of federal employees every year. A new bill would eliminate it.
More Retirement Income Through Catch-up Contributions for Highly Compensated Feds
Federal employees making at least $145,000 may be able to accumulate more for their future retirement starting in 2024 via catch-up contributions to the TSP.
July TSP Performance: Longest Winning Streak for C Fund Since 2021
The stock market has had its longest winning streak since 2021. This led to strong TSP performance in July.
Bipartisan Amendment Against TSP Investing in China Fails in Senate
Senator Marco Rubio’s latest efforts to block TSP investments of federal employees in Chinese companies have failed.
The SES Program: Yesterday and Today
The Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 changed the SES. A new report outlines changes in SES membership. One career field is up 542.6%.
Stellar TSP Performance So Far in 2023
TSP fund performance is soaring in 2023. Will it continue?
Inflation, Pay Raises, COLAs, and FEHB Increases
Are FEHB premiums going up faster than inflation? Do annual raises and COLA increases keep up with FEHB premium increases?
Inflation Slows Down—2024 COLA Increase May be 2% or Less
The latest inflation figures are out for June. What is the impact on the 2024 COLA?
