SES Awards Drop in FY 2010 Under Pay Freeze
Award amounts for SES employees were generally lower in FY 2010 than in FY 2009. Recent figures from OPM show average award amounts granted by various federal agencies.
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Pay Freeze for Federal Employees Not Off the Table in Payroll Tax Cut Debates
News released today about the latest payroll tax cut debates indicate that a pay freeze for federal employees to help pay for the tax cuts is not yet off of the table in the negotiations.
Federal Employee Survey Could Show Tip of the Iceberg for Favoritism
The latest Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey shows many federal employees say pay raises are not dependent on performance.
Volatility Continues in Stocks As TSP Investors Flee Stock Funds
Volatility continues in the stock market and TSP investors are continuing to move money into the safety of the G and F funds.
Two Tips to Improve Your Writing that You Haven’t Heard Before
You will do your best writing during those times when you are at your clearest and most focused. Here are a couple of ideas to help you get there.
President Extends Labor Relations Council Until 2013
The President has extended the Labor Relations Council until 2013 via a recent executive order.
OPM Releases Hilarious Union Official Time Report
The author suggestions that anyone in need of a good laugh should read OPM’s recent report on union official time use in the government.
FLRA’s Attempt to Gut Agency Head Review Goes to Court
The statutory right of an agency head to review an agreement before it is implemented has been eliminated by the FLRA. The case is now going to court.
‘Government Sponsored Moguls:’ Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
A new report issued by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform argues that it is time to cut off Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from their government provided support for good.
Removal for Hefty Award Check from Outside Organization Hits A Snag
An Interior Department economist was bestowed with a $383,600 award by a group the employee assisted in bringing a successful false claims action involving underpayment by oil companies. The employee was fired. Here is the most recent appeals court decision. It isn’t over yet.
