Federal Employee Pay Raise for 2021
What is going on with the 2021 pay raise for 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.
TSP Provides Details on Change to Automatic 5% Enrollment
The TSP has shared some additional information about the upcoming change to the automatic enrollment percentage.
Postal Service Not Implementing Payroll Tax Deferral
The Postal Service announced that it has elected not to implement the payroll tax deferral for its employees.
Is an HSA Right For You?
These are the basics of how Health Savings Accounts work and the potential tax benefits they offer.
Automatic Enrollment Percentage in the TSP Increasing to 5%
A rule change coming this fall will increase the automatic enrollment percentage in the TSP from 3% to 5%.
The Battle Over Federal Employees’ Payroll Taxes
Federal employees will not be able to opt out of the temporary payroll tax deferral, but some lawmakers are pushing to change that.
Agencies With Most $100,000+ Federal Employees and Lowest Average Salaries
Which agencies have the most employees making $100,000+ and which ones have the lowest average salary?
5 Big Life Events That Should Trigger a Life Insurance Review
If you experience any of these big life events, you should be sure to reexamine your life insurance needs to ensure you have proper coverage.
OPM: Coronavirus Won’t Delay Open Season
OPM said that this year’s Open Season will take place as scheduled despite the coronavirus.
32% Return in One TSP Fund in 5 Months
During a year of extremes, TSP investors have seen a return of more than 32% in the past five months in this leading TSP fund.
