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Air Traffic Organization Chief Operating Officer Hank Krakowski has resigned as the Federal Aviation Administration deals with a growing controversy over air traffic controllers falling asleep on the job.
Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) has introduced the Congressional Pay Accountability Act which, if passed, would require members of Congress to pass a budget before they could be paid.
You write so many emails that it’s inconceivable you won’t make mistakes with them–mistakes that can embarrass you and even damage your reputation. Here are tips to avoid some of the most common email blunders.
President Obama has sent a letter to federal employees thanking them for their patience and professionalism.
On average, Americans think the federal government spent 10 percent of its 2010 budget on pensions and retiree benefits; the OMB figures indicate the real number is about 3.5 percent. Another area that is not often talked about is the big difference for federal workers and state workers is that federal employees pay significant premiums for their health insurance.
A memorandum from OMB director Jacob Lew indicates that federal agencies are open for business as usual following the budget agreement late Friday night.
A budget agreement has been reached that cuts $38.5 billion in spending and will keep the government running through the end of the fiscal year.
A list of some questions and answers about a government shutdown including topics such as veterans’ pensions, pay for the military, and distribution of benefits.
This memo was provided to FedSmith.com by a reader with the VHA. It says that the VHA has sufficient funds and will continue to operate and pay its employees normally in the event of a shutdown.
Deputy Secretary of Defense William J. Lynn III has issued a statement to DoD personnel on procedures for a potential government shutdown. The memo also addresses military, civilian, and retiree pay.
