Government Opening Again in DC After Snowstorm
The federal government will again be open for business on Tuesday, December 22nd but an unscheduled leave policy is in effect.
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Federal Agencies Closed in DC on Monday, Dec. 21
Heavy snow in the Washington, DC metropolitan area has resulted in the federal government closing on Monday, December 21st. Here is what this means for readers residing in the Washington metropolitan area.
Medicare Premium Fairness Act
The Medicare Premium Fairness Act was passed by the House but is stalled in the Senate. The Act was designed to prevent CSRS employees enrolled in Medicare Part B from paying a higher premium in 2010 even though they are not enrolled in Social Security.
Busiest Day of the Year for Postal Service
Today is the busiest day of the year for the Postal Service.
Executive Order on Half-Day Closing of Agencies
Executive Order notifying agencies of a half-Day Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies on Thursday, December 24, 2009
Why is Social Security so Hard to Understand?
“I think we can all acknowledge that most people don’t understand Social Security, and have difficulty getting their questions answered. So, what can you do if you’re ready to consider benefits?”
Executive Order: Creating Labor-Management Forums To Improve Delivery of Government Services
The Executive Order on federal labor relations issued on December 9, 2009.
Nominations Open for ‘Service to America’ Medals
Nominations are open for the 2010 Service to America Medals. The awards are accompanied by cash prizes, from $3,000 to $10,000.
To Appreciate Freedom, Talk to People Who Have Lived Without It
As Americans we often take our personal freedom for granted. A relatively small country of 5 million people that is now enjoying freedom gave the author a different perspective on what it means to live in a free country.
Federal Employees and Retirement: About 45% of Readers Plan to Delay Retiring
Will you delay your retirement plans? Many federal employees say that they have delayed their plans to retire and there is a difference between those in CSRS and those who are in FERS.
