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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.

Legislation Introduced to Boost Per Diem Rates

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 4, 2020 9:34 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation has the potential to make next year’s per diem rates higher than they might be otherwise.

How to Find a Federal Employee’s Salary

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 3, 2020 8:04 AM | Updated: Mar 25, 2022 11:55 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Here is an explanation of how to look up individual federal employees’ salaries by name or other criteria via an online database.

Financial Help for Federal Employees

By Mary E. KuntzJun 2, 2020 11:11 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

There are resources available to help federal employees who may be facing financial hardships as a result of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

New TSP Funds Coming July 1

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 2, 2020 8:04 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A group of new L Funds is coming this summer to the TSP.

What Happens to Federal Benefits in a Divorce?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJun 1, 2020 2:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What happens to federal benefits in a divorce? These are some important considerations shared by a divorce attorney who specializes in working with federal employees.

Is the TSP Still Infected with the Coronavirus?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 1, 2020 8:27 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

All of the TSP stock funds had positive returns in May with one fund gaining 8.79% for the month.

Connolly Accuses Labor Department of Overstepping its Authority on TSP’s I Fund

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 29, 2020 7:52 AM | Updated: Jun 6, 2020 8:19 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The House Oversight Committee has now stepped into the ongoing political battle over the TSP’s I Fund.

TSP Bounces Back for Federal Workers

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 28, 2020 7:19 AM | Updated: Jun 9, 2020 11:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP is providing positive returns for investors in May as people are going back to work and the economy may start turning around.

How Having a Child Affects Your FEHB Coverage

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsMay 27, 2020 1:14 PM | Updated: Jun 6, 2020 8:18 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Under what conditions are children covered by the Federal Employees Health Benefits program? Here is a summary.

3 Things to Do With Your Extra Money

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMay 22, 2020 7:13 AM | Updated: Dec 12, 2020 5:46 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The coronavirus has many federal employees working at home which could mean they have fewer expenses. These are some ways to put the savings to work.

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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%
Get detailed TSP data at TSPDataCenter.com

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