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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.

A New 2025 TSP Asset Allocation Quilt Chart

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJan 17, 2025 9:01 AM | Updated: Jun 11, 2025 4:39 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

This colorful chart can help federal employees understand the performance of the TSP funds over time.

Bill Proposes 4.3% 2026 Federal Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 16, 2025 3:31 PM | Updated: Jan 18, 2025 10:22 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced to give federal employees a 4.3% pay raise in 2026.

Number of TSP Millionaires Hits Another Record High in 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 15, 2025 11:41 AM | Updated: Jan 17, 2025 8:23 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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There is a new record number of TSP millionaires thanks to recent strong stock market performance.

How Much Should You Contribute to the TSP in 2025?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJan 13, 2025 8:21 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The 2025 TSP contribution limits have increased, giving federal employees an even better opportunity to save for retirement.

Will Federal Employees Get an Extra Holiday for Inauguration Day?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 7, 2025 8:05 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Inauguration Day in 2025 presents a unique scenario for federal employees in the Washington, DC area.

FSA and HSA Comparison for Federal Employees in 2025

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJan 6, 2025 9:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What are the pros and cons for FSAs and HSAs, and how can federal employees use them to save money?

TSP Releases January 2025 Processing Schedule

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 3, 2025 1:15 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has released some important notices for tax planning purposes.

2024 TSP Performance: 25% Annual Return for One TSP Fund

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 1, 2025 8:01 AM | Updated: Jan 2, 2025 5:17 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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TSP performance surged over the past two years, with one fund up over 50% in that time. TSP investors poured hundreds of billions into stock funds as the market rose.

2025 GS Pay Scale

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 23, 2024 3:20 PM | Updated: Dec 16, 2025 10:56 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The 2025 GS pay scale is based on a 2% overall average pay raise for federal employees.

Biden Issues Executive Order on 2025 Federal Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 23, 2024 2:25 PM | Updated: Dec 16, 2025 11:01 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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President Biden has issued the Executive Order finalizing the 2025 federal pay raise.

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Daily TSP Performance

April 10, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8154 +0.01% +1.16%
F Fund $20.9622 -0.12% +0.39%
C Fund $109.4304 -0.10% -0.08%
S Fund $103.1166 -0.39% +2.70%
I Fund $60.3073 +0.45% +8.68%
L Income $29.7669 +0.02% +1.79%
L 2030 $59.4657 +0.03% +2.35%
L 2035 $18.1407 +0.03% +2.61%
L 2040 $69.6327 +0.03% +2.72%
L 2045 $19.2855 +0.03% +2.82%
L 2050 $42.7658 +0.04% +2.92%
L 2055 $22.1381 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2060 $22.1355 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2065 $22.1327 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2070 $13.1177 +0.05% +3.31%
L 2075 $11.4584 +0.05% +3.31%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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