What Happens to Your Federal Benefits If You Leave Before Retiring?
The author details what you can expect to happen to your federal benefits if you leave your government job before retiring.
Human Resources
Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.
Government Pay System for the 21st Century, Part II
The first article on this subject introduced the concept of a new pay system in government. In the second article, the author goes into further detail on what this system might look like.
Federal Government Shaken by NFFE Threat?
The NY Post published a piece recently quoting a Federal union official to the effect that there would be payback for any problems caused by sequestration. The Author suggests the Post get a grip on its reporting and that Federal unions might just want to read up on the law and some ancient history.
Expectations of a Furlough
In a recent survey, most of those responding expect to be furloughed, do not expect to receive pay for the days they are furloughed, and think that the event will have a significant impact on their finances.
Changes to Veterans’ Preference
A “sole survivorship discharge” will now enable a person to qualify for veterans’ preference.
Coburn: Freeze Hiring for Selected Federal Jobs to Help Ease Budget Burden
Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) is suggesting the White House freeze hiring in lower priority federal job vacancies to help ease the budget burdens the government is currently facing.
Passing Laws and Joints in the State of Washington
The voters in Washington state recently legalized marijuana. The author, who is a resident of Washington, discusses the new law and what it might mean for federal employees who live or work there.
Interesting Twists in OPM’s Official Time Report
The author raises some questions about the validity of this year’s official time report.
The Complexities of FMLA
The author says that FMLA is not an anti-discrimination law, it is an entitlement law and a very complex one. He walks through some hypothetical scenarios to help explain some of these complexities.
OPM to Offer Domestic Violence Training Webinars
OPM Director John Berry has issued a memorandum with guidance for agencies to use as they develop their workplace domestic violence policies.
