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Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.

OPM Authorizes Emergency Leave Transfer Program for Federal Employees Impacted by Hurricane Milton

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 14, 2024 8:05 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

An emergency leave transfer program has been established to help federal employees impacted by Hurricane Milton.

OPM Authorizes Emergency Leave Transfer Program for Federal Employees Impacted by Hurricane Helene

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 2, 2024 5:07 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

An emergency leave transfer program has been established to help federal employees impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Bill Would Modify FEVS to Support Federal Managers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 25, 2024 1:02 PM | Updated: Jan 11, 2025 3:35 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A new bill would expand the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey to gain more insight from federal managers.

The Pentagon’s Strategic Shift Towards Remote Work

FedSmith.com author Gleb TsipurskyBy Gleb TsipurskySep 16, 2024 1:45 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that the Defense Department’s approach to telework positions it as a model employer within the federal government.

Benefits Information for NAF Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeSep 12, 2024 2:35 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Non-appropriated funds (NAF) employees are not subject to OPM’s employment rules like other federal government jobs.

OPM and Congress Clash Over Future of Remote Work for Feds

FedSmith.com author Gleb TsipurskyBy Gleb TsipurskyAug 28, 2024 2:22 PM | Updated: Jun 11, 2025 4:22 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

New telework guidance from OPM stands in contrast to legislation introduced in the Senate that would return federal employees to more in-person work.

Legislation Would Abolish Official Time

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 13, 2024 2:01 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 1:00 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Legislation proposes to eliminate federal employees’ use of official time.

Federal Flight Risk From RTO Mandates

FedSmith.com author Gleb TsipurskyBy Gleb TsipurskyAug 7, 2024 2:24 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Feedback indicates federal employees prefer telework, but agencies are pushing for more in-person work. How should HR leaders respond?

“DOOBIE Act” Would Codify Federal Hiring Rules for Past Marijuana Use

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 25, 2024 2:47 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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New legislation would help remove potential barriers for people seeking federal employment who have used marijuana in the past.

How RTO Mandates are Fueling Federal Worker Unionism

FedSmith.com author Gleb TsipurskyBy Gleb TsipurskyJul 24, 2024 2:57 PM | Updated: Jun 11, 2025 5:02 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Return-to-office requirements are driving unionization efforts among some federal employees.

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