Proposed OPM Rule on Federal Workforce Policies is Available for Public Comments
OPM has published rules seeking to repeal several workforce policies for federal employees enacted under the Trump administration.
Human Resources
Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.
Weekly COVID Testing Coming Soon for Unvaccinated Federal Employees
Unvaccinated federal employees will soon be subject to more stringent COVID testing guidelines.
“Cool Hand Luke” and COVID Vaccine Mandate for Federal Workers
Agencies are expected to begin suspending employees who are not complying with the COVID vaccine mandate.
What’s the Status of Your Labor Relations?
The new administration has brought about significant federal labor relations changes. How will agency bargaining agreements be impacted?
What Federal Employees Should Know About the Delayed Enforcement of the Vaccine Mandate
More serious penalties for not complying with the vaccine mandate have been delayed until next year. What does this mean for federal employees?
Why a Federal Employee Union Lost its Collective Bargaining Rights in South Korea: Mayonnaise
Rationing the sale of mayonnaise in South Korea was a factor in a federal union losing representation rights
Handshake Agreements in the Workplace
Handshake agreements in the workplace can lead to problems. This is one example of a breakdown of trust between an employee and a supervisor.
Christmas Eve is on a Friday: Still Hoping for Another Holiday?
Christmas Day falls on a Saturday in 2021. Christmas Eve is on December 24th and that is a holiday for most federal employees. Will there be an additional day off?
Administrative Leave Available for Getting a COVID Booster Shot
Federal agencies must grant administrative leave to eligible federal employees to get COVID booster shots or to assist their family members with getting vaccinations.
My Kingdom for a Window
Who gets the window in an office? Whether employees work near windows is often the subject of negotiations and can also have an impact on employees’ health.
