Pair of Bills Would Slash Pay for Over a Million Federal Employees
Two recently introduced bills target locality pay and retirement annuities for the majority of federal employees.
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.
Your TSP and The “Great Rotation” as S Fund Surges in July
The “great rotation” among stocks in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) became evident in July. Here is how this rotation impacted TSP returns.
The TSP Mutual Fund Window is Too Expensive
Federal employees should consider using alternate methods instead of the Mutual Fund Window to access mutual funds outside of the TSP.
3% Federal Pay Raise in 2026?
Is it too early for federal employees to start thinking about the 2026 pay raise?
Bill Would Boost Paid Leave for Some Federal Employees
A new bill would give federal employees who are military reserve servicemembers additional paid annual leave.
TSP Launching New L Fund
Federal employees will soon have a new TSP fund in which to invest: the L 2070 Fund.
Biden vs. Trump: Changes in the Federal Workforce
How has the federal workforce changed under Presidents Trump and Biden? Here is a summary of racial composition, total federal employment and salary increases.
OPM Directs Agencies to Advance Pay Equity for Federal Employees
OPM is directing agencies to conduct independent pay gap analyses to advance pay equity throughout the federal workforce.
Are the TSP’s Lifecycle Funds Considered ‘To’ or ‘Through’ Target Date Funds?
The TSP Lifecycle funds are designed to limit volatility until their designated dates.
How Should Federal Employees Prepare for a Government Shutdown?
These tips can help federal employees weather the financial disruptions caused by government shutdowns.
