Survey Shows Support for New USPS Delivery Schedule
The Postal Service released results of a new survey which show an overwhelming majority of Americans support moving to a five day delivery schedule.
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Postmaster General Urges Congress to Help Postal Service
Postmaster General Patrick R. Donahoe told a Senate committee this week that the Postal Service’s financial problems require Congressional intervention to change the organization’s business model.
Will Hill Seek to Lower Union Time in Sequestration Deal?
Rumor has it that union official time cuts may be on the table in sequestration negotiations. Rep. Gingrey (R-GA) has a bill on the floor claiming to do just that, however, it may not.
House GOP Members Call for NLRB Nominations
Six House members sent a letter to President Obama today urging him to nominate four individuals to the National Labor Relations Board and work with the Senate to have them confirmed.
House Nears Vote on Extending Pay Freeze
The House is scheduled to vote today on a bill which would eliminate the 0.5% pay increase for federal employees. How likely is it to pass?
Federal Employee Groups Ask House to Allow Pay Raise
The Federal-Postal Coalition recently sent a letter to House members asking them to allow the 0.5% pay increase for federal employees.
Irvine Honors a Carrier Hero
Letter Carrier Roger Steeber was recently honored for saving the life of an elderly woman whose home was on fire.
DoD Extending Benefits to Same-Sex Partners
Outgoing Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has signed a memorandum extending benefits to same-sex partners of service members.
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.
Obama to Propose 1% Pay Raise for Federal Workers
The White House’s Office of Management and Budget has announced that the president intends to propose a 1% pay increase for federal employees in his 2014 budget proposal.
