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Stay updated with breaking news and major events affecting federal employees, including government shutdowns, office closures, emergency announcements, legislative developments, and nationwide issues impacting federal agencies and the federal workforce.

Most Federal Employees Are Still Teleworking

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 8, 2023 9:35 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Image showing a telework setup with a laptop and stack of paperwork on a coffee table in front of a sofa

The 2023 FEVS results show that most federal employees are still teleworking after the pandemic.

Senate Passes Amendment Scrutinizing Telework

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 2, 2023 2:16 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Official portrait of Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA)

The Senate has approved an amendment that would require reporting on how many federal employees use telework to get higher locality pay.

2023 Sammies Winners Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 16, 2023 3:01 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The winners of the 2023 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America (Sammies) awards have been announced.

Would a Calendar Change Help Prevent Government Shutdowns?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 4, 2023 8:16 AM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 8:32 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Picture of the Capitol building in Washington, DC with yellow tape draped over it in various directions that reads 'shutdown' depicting a partial government shutdown

One Senator believes that switching the start date of the government’s fiscal year will help prevent government shutdowns.

Don’t Forget to Get Your Annual Health Physical

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterSep 25, 2023 7:45 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Health insurance through the FEHB enables federal employees to get annual health physical exams and ensure their plan still meets their needs.

Charleston Postal Museum Showcases Post Office History

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 18, 2023 2:45 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

History aficionados will enjoy visiting the Postal Museum in Charleston, SC.

The Holman Rule, Federal Budget, and a Government Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 11, 2023 7:25 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Holman Rule is being used as a threat to cut salaries of government officials. Should federal employees be worried?

Bill Proposed to End Government Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 8, 2023 7:15 AM | Updated: Sep 12, 2023 9:21 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to eliminate government shutdowns.

Ernst Wants Thorough Investigation of Telework

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 6, 2023 5:45 PM | Updated: Sep 8, 2023 1:06 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
Official portrait of Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA)

Senator Joni Ernst wants to know how many federal employees are using telework to get paid at a higher locality rate even though they work in a cheaper area.

House Republicans Question Timing of Biden Administration’s Push to Slash Telework

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 5, 2023 7:05 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A House Committee is skeptical about the timing of the White House’s announcement to reduce telework for federal employees.

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