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Another Holiday Coming for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: June 17, 2021 11:37 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

It appears federal employees will soon have another paid holiday.

FedSmith Readers Say It’s Still Not Time to Return to In-Office Work

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJune 8, 2021 7:01 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

How do FedSmith readers feel about returning to work in their agency offices post-COVID? Our latest survey suggests they are not ready to do so.

“Flyboys” – A Personal Memorial Day Remembrance

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: May 31, 2021 12:27 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the military. There are many personal stories that highlight the sacrifices made. This is one of the stories.

Should Federal Employees Return to Work at the Office?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 24, 2021 10:31 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The debate has renewed over when federal employees should resume in-person work. What is your opinion?

Biden Thanks Federal Employees in Proclamation for Public Service Recognition Week

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 3, 2021 2:01 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

President Biden issued a proclamation in honor of Public Service Recognition Week 2021 and to thank federal employees for the work they do.

2021 Sammies Finalists Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 2, 2021 8:45 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The finalists for the 2021 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America medals (Sammies) have been announced to kick off Public Service Recognition Week.

Renewed Effort to Ban TikTok for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: April 22, 2021 3:58 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
Smartphone on a wireless charge displaying the TikTok logo on its screen

Legislation has been reintroduced to ban federal employees from using TikTok. Just how unsafe is this application?

New Benefit: Quietly Creating New Federal Employee Holiday (#12)

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: April 20, 2021 7:55 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
Image of pile of vote buttons

The House has passed a bill that would create a new national holiday (and a new federal employee holiday) starting in 2022.

Just Another Meatless Monday?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 16, 2021 8:07 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
Meal on a dinner plate: asparagus with meat

A new bill would ensure that agencies cannot prevent federal employees from eating meat in agency cafeterias by banning “Meatless Mondays.”

Efforts Growing to Recruit Federal Employees to Work at Southern Border

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 12, 2021 8:29 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
Sign reading 'Border Patrol Only' in front of a section of chain link fence along the southern border

As the number of migrants crossing the southern border rapidly increases, the government is reportedly stepping up its efforts to recruit federal employees to help.

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