Shutdown Relief Bill Targets TSP Loan Barriers
Legislation has been introduced to eliminate penalties normally associated with TSP loans to help federal employees in a prolonged government shutdown.
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 Performance in September: Stock Funds Surge Despite Shutdown Fears and Possible Massive Change in Government
TSP funds posted strong September gains despite shutdown drama and possible massive change in government employment.
FEHB Open Season: Health Benefits Mistakes for Federal Employees to Avoid
These are five common mistakes federal employees make with respect to choosing an FEHB plan during open season.
Navigating Pay and Benefits During a Government Shutdown
Government shutdowns don’t stop pay forever—here’s how furloughs, leave, and benefits are managed for federal employees.
Federal Pay Raises Decoded: Are Democrats or Republicans More Generous?
Politics and your paycheck. What were the largest federal pay raises since 1970? Average salaries went from $101,610 in Sept 2023 to $109,879 by March.
Don’t Wing It: How to Give Your TSP a Purpose and a Plan
Is your TSP strategy as structured as your federal benefits? Discover how an Investment Policy Statement can align your retirement goals and investments.
Have Your Annual Physical Ahead of the Health Care Open Season
Plan ahead: Schedule your physical before Open Season to review health changes and update your FEHB coverage.
2026 Federal Pay Raise: Which Law Enforcement Officers Will Get the Full 3.8%?
OPM reveals which law enforcement roles qualify for the 3.8% 2026 federal pay raise—find out who gets more than the standard 1%.
2026 Federal Pay Raise: 1% for GS, 3.8% for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs)
LEOs win big in 2026 pay plan: 3.8% raise vs. just 1% for other others under GS as locality pay frozen.
Trump Defies Expectations, Grants 1% 2026 Federal Pay Raise
In a surprise move, President Trump has authorized a pay raise for federal employees in 2026.
