Trump Gives Federal Employees Extra Day Off for Christmas
President Trump has issued an Executive Order giving most federal employees an extra day off on Christmas Eve this year.
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.
Largest Raise for Feds in 10 Years?
A raise of 3.1% for the federal workforce is now a strong possibility.
Paid Parental Leave Granted to Most Federal Employees
Despite past failed attempts, it appears that Congress is going to be successful in enacting a paid parental leave policy for federal employees.
Deadline Rapidly Approaching for TSP Two-Step Authentication
Are you ready for the upcoming deadline for two-factor authentication on your TSP account?
One TSP Fund Up About 28% in 2019
November was a good month for stocks. One TSP fund is up 27.61% in 2019.
Determining Minimum Wages For Federal Employees
Some state or local governments have minimum wages that are higher than the federal government. OPM explains how to reconcile the differences.
Rubio Asks Trump to Replace FRTIB Members in Ongoing Battle Over the I Fund
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has taken his battle over the I Fund to the White House.
ETAC Urges Senators to Drop Campaign Against I Fund Change
Federal employee interest groups are urging Congress to back off of its fight against changing the I Fund.
FRTIB Responds to Critics Over I Fund Change
The FRTIB has issued a public response to critics over its recent decision to change the TSP’s I Fund.
2020 Pay Raise Update: Still 2.6%?
A new continuing resolution has passed preventing a government shutdown for a few weeks. What is the status of a 2020 pay raise?
