Shutdowns Are Part of What Federal Employees ‘Sign Up For’
Are furloughs from shutdowns an expected job hazard of being a federal employee? One Congressman recently said it’s what federal workers “sign up for.”
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Are furloughs from shutdowns an expected job hazard of being a federal employee? One Congressman recently said it’s what federal workers “sign up for.”
Legislation has been introduced in the House to guarantee back pay to federal employees who would be furloughed in the event of a shutdown.
OMB has issued special instructions on pay and leave for agencies and employees who would be impacted by a partial government shutdown.
What happens if there is a partial government shutdown, and do federal employees need to worry? The author shares his predictions.
The possibility of a 2019 pay raise for federal employees is possible but increasingly unlikely.
President Trump has issued an Executive Order giving most federal employees an extra holiday on December 24, 2018. Merry Christmas!
A partial government shutdown over Christmas could throw a wrench into some federal employees’ vacation plans.
How would a partial government shutdown impact the pay of current and retired federal employees?
How does the lack of a pay raise factor into inflation, and what is the overall impact on your FERS annuity and Social Security benefits?
Apple has launched a discount program for active duty military and veterans with discounts on many of its products including iPhone and Apple Watches.