Sex Change Operations by the VA
The VA is issuing a proposed rule to remove restrictions on transgender surgery for veterans.
Federal Workforce News
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Retirement Claims Inventory Remains Flat Over Last Month
The Office of Personnel Management received roughly the same number of new retirement claims in May as it did in April, however, because fewer were processed, the backlog of outstanding claims remained relatively unchanged.
Legislation Introduced to Prosecute Federal Employees Who Commit Crimes While Working Overseas
Legislation has been introduced in the House that would close a legal loophole to ensure federal employees and contractors are not immune from prosecution for crimes they commit while working abroad.
TSP Funds Flower in May
All funds in the Thrift Savings Plan are up in May and only one fund has a negative return so far in 2016. Here is a summary of the TSP performance results for each fund.
What Constitutes an ‘Eligible Child’ for Survivor Benefits?
What is the definition of an “eligible child” with respect to receiving survivor benefits? The author provides some details of survivor benefits as they relate to children of federal employees.
House Passes Bills Impacting Veterans and VA
The House has passed several bills that would impact veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs in various ways. Here is a summary of these bills.
VA Secretary’s Disney Comments Create a Firestorm
VA Secretary Robert McDonald set off a political firestorm this week when he made comments comparing the wait times at VA hospitals to those at lines for rides at Disney World. Lawmakers are coming out of the woodwork condemning the remarks. Should McDonald resign or is the controversy overblown?
Reader Survey: Trump 53%, Clinton 32%
In the latest survey among FedSmith.com readers, Donald Trump is the clear winner. Many Democrats are hoping Bernie Sanders will prevail in his quest for the nomination as the candidate for the Democrats. His continuing run is having an impact in this voter preference survey and highlights the extent of his impact among Democrats.
FSAFEDS Program Getting a New Administrator
The Office of Personnel Management has announced that a new administrator will take over for FSAFEDS in September.
Which Party Receives the Most in Political Contributions from Federal Employees?
Which political party receives the most money in political contributions from federal employees?
