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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.

Government Begins Borrowing from the G Fund to Offset Debt Ceiling

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 21, 2017 11:36 AM | Updated: Aug 15, 2017 4:27 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Treasury Department is having to use “extraordinary measures” to offset hitting the debt ceiling, and that includes using money from the G Fund to help pay for government operations.

1.9% Pay Raise Proposed for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 20, 2017 6:35 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A 2018 federal employee pay raise of 1.9% is to be proposed according to new reports.

Legislation Would Provide Pay Parity for Wage Grade Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 20, 2017 2:35 PM | Updated: Mar 23, 2017 8:07 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation aims to provide pay parity between any raises given to General Schedule and Wage Grade federal employees.

Five Tips to Maximize Your TSP Savings

By Kelly MonroeMar 15, 2017 3:38 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are you taking full advantage of the Thrift Savings Plan to save for your retirement? The author provides some simple tips to help you maximize your savings.

OPM Announces New Tuition Discounts for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 14, 2017 2:49 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Office of Personnel Management has announced academic agreements with four new schools to provide tuition discounts and/or scholarships to federal employees.

How High Are Income Taxes in Your State?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 14, 2017 12:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A new report from the Tax Foundation provides a detailed breakdown of income taxes in each state.

Another Government Shutdown? It’s Being Discussed

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 13, 2017 3:43 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Another government shutdown? Apparently it could happen if demands over funding the border wall aren’t met. What would a partial shutdown mean to your pay and benefits?

2018 Federal Employee Pay Raise and COLAs

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 13, 2017 2:21 PM | Updated: Mar 15, 2017 4:59 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

There is often confusion about the federal employee pay system. Here are some of the common misconceptions and an explanation.

Can Roth TSP Withdrawals Be Taxed?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeMar 12, 2017 4:11 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

Could funds in your Roth TSP be taxed when you withdraw them? The answer is “yes, if you are not careful.”

FECA Benefits: What to Do if You Get Hurt on the Job

By Jason KayMar 12, 2017 1:00 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Federal Employees Compensation Act provides compensation benefits in the event of a workplace injury. This is a summary of the law and how the process of obtaining benefits works.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 1, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8657 +0.01% +1.42%
F Fund $20.9401 +0.12% +0.28%
C Fund $116.0963 +0.29% +6.01%
S Fund $109.4965 +0.40% +9.05%
I Fund $61.5532 -0.18% +10.92%
L Income $30.1996 +0.05% +3.27%
L 2030 $61.0590 +0.09% +5.10%
L 2035 $18.7105 +0.11% +5.83%
L 2040 $71.9984 +0.11% +6.21%
L 2045 $19.9834 +0.12% +6.54%
L 2050 $44.4091 +0.13% +6.88%
L 2055 $23.1647 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2060 $23.1620 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2065 $23.1591 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2070 $13.7260 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2075 $11.9897 +0.14% +8.10%
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