Shutdown Highlights the Importance of Establishing an Emergency Fund
The author points out that the recent government shutdown highlights the important of having an emergency fund for times life happens and paychecks get missed.
Pay & Benefits
Get the latest federal employee pay news, including updates on federal pay raises, GS pay scale changes, locality pay, and federal compensation policy. Stay informed on TSP news, TSP fund performance, contribution limits, and investment updates. This category also covers FEHB premiums, FEGLI rates, FEDVIP dental and vision benefits, and major OPM policy changes, federal workforce legislation, and other developments that impact federal employee pay, benefits, and take‑home compensation.
OPM Working to Get Federal Employees Paid Quickly
OPM has issued guidance to agencies to have employees paid quickly who were impacted by the shutdown. The guidance also answers common questions about leave and pay.
Retroactive Pay Raise Legislation Introduced
Legislation has been introduced to give federal employees a pay raise retroactive to the start of 2019.
Meeting Your Income Needs During the Shutdown
The shutdown has caused financial stress for federal employees who have had to go without paychecks. The author provides tips for financial protection both now and in the future.
Double Pay for Federal Employees Working During the Partial Shutdown Could Become Reality
Recent lawsuits mean some federal employees could be eligible for double pay because of the shutdown, but it could be a while before they see the money.
2019 Government Shutdown Officially Over, For Now
The shutdown is officially over, for now. When will federal employees get paid?
Short-Term Agreement Reached to Re-Open Government
A short-term agreement will re-open the government until February 15th. Back pay will occur quickly for federal employees according to President Trump.
Unions, Tax Returns and the Shutdown
The IRS is recalling additional employees back to work to process tax returns. The union agreement may provide a basis for not returning to work until the shutdown ends.
Grace Period for FEDVIP Coverage Extended
The grace period for FEDVIP coverage has been extended by one pay period to help federal employees retain benefits during the ongoing shutdown.
OPM Releases Highly Anticipated Leave Guidance for Shutdown
OPM has released guidance on the use of leave for federal employees working during the shutdown per a new law that guarantees back pay to federal employees.
