Federal Employees Report Higher Pay Satisfaction in 2024 FEVS
The 2024 FEVS results show a rebound in federal employees’ pay satisfaction. Inflation appears to be driving the fluctuations in the scores.
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.
Bill Would Increase Paid Leave for Federal Employees in Military Reserves
Proposed legislation would dramatically increase allotted paid military leave days for federal employees in the National Guard or reserve forces.
What is the Difference Between the COLA and Pay Raise?
The annual COLA and pay raise are complex and often a source of confusion. While both impact pay, they have important differences.
How Federal Employees Can (Potentially) Increase Their Pay
How does locality pay work, and what can federal employees do if they believe theirs is incorrect?
2025 FEHB Premium Increases for Blue Cross Blue Shield Nationwide Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield is among the more popular FEHB plans. How much have 2025 premiums increased over last year?
Rule Would Change Pay Criteria for 17k Federal Employees
A proposed rule will increase the pay of a significant number of Federal Wage System federal employees.
Why Aren’t More Federal Employees Using the Roth TSP?
These are some possible reasons why more federal employees are not using the Roth TSP.
Average FEHB Premiums Are Up; Historic Annual Increases from 2016-2025
FEHB premiums go up every year. Additions may be creating a Cadillac health plan rather than a balance of services and expense.
Spectacular TSP Returns: One Fund Up More than 36% Over 12-Months
TSP returns during the bull market have been excellent. TSP investors have gradually shifted to the C Fund from the G Fund as the market has gone up.
TSP Hardship Withdrawals: A Lifeline or a Trap?
How do TSP hardship withdrawals work, and what are the pros and cons of this feature of the TSP?
