Delayed Opening for Fed Agencies in DC
There is a delayed opening of federal agencies in the DC area for Thursday, February 26.
Federal Workforce News
Stay updated with breaking news and major events affecting federal employees, including government shutdowns, office closures, emergency announcements, legislative developments, and nationwide issues impacting federal agencies and the federal workforce.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act and Merit Promotions
Does the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) require agencies to credit military service in computing time-in-grade requirements for a military veteran who is already on the agency’s civilian payroll? See how the appeals court has answered this in a precedential decision.
A Growing Number of Wealthy Federal Employees
The number of TSP participants with at least $1 million in the TSP is continuing to grow rapidly. Some readers will be surprised at the increasing number of these savvy investors.
More Severe Winter Weather in DC But Federal Offices Open on Wednesday
Federal offices are open in Washington on Wednesday, February 18 but the severe winter weather is not over yet.
Tapping a Valuable Resource: The Federal Workforce
How do you think your agency could improve performance and make government a better place to work? Here is your choice to submit your opinion.
Chaffetz: Feds in DC Are ‘Wimps’ for Closing Government Due to Snow
Congressman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) said in a tweet this morning that feds in DC are “wimps” for closing the government due to snow.
Turn Your Taxable Portfolio Into A Tax-Free Retirement Account
Long-time federal workers under CSRS have a unique opportunity for tax-free retirement income. The author describes how CSRS federal employees can contribute to the little-known Voluntary Contribution Program to overcome some of the major contribution limitations with IRAs.
Lawmakers Want to Stop ‘Double Dipping’ of Disability Benefits
Legislation being introduced in both the House and Senate this week would prevent people from receiving both Social Security disability benefits (DI) and unemployment benefits (UI) at the same time.
FRTIB Seeking Manager for the C Fund
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) announced today that it has released a request for proposal for a fund manager for the TSP’s C Fund.
FedSmith.com Users Showing More Positivity Towards OPM’s Retirement Processing
FedSmith.com users who have recently retired from federal service indicated some overall improvement in their dealings with the Office of Personnel Management and getting their retirement applications processed.
