Am I a Disabled Federal Employee or Not?
Determining whether or not a federal employee is considered disabled under federal law can be complex. The author explains the basic considerations.
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.
Readers Don’t Want TSP Accounts Subjected to Climate Change Debate
A majority of FedSmith readers said in a recent survey they want the climate change debate left out of their TSP accounts.
The Automatic Enrollment Percentage in the TSP is Increasing
The automatic enrollment percentage in the TSP is going to be increasing in 2020.
What is Changing with the TSP’s New Withdrawal Options?
The TSP has provided additional information about how withdrawals will work under the TSP Modernization Act.
Draft Spending Bill Proposes Overriding 2020 Pay Freeze
A draft spending bill put forth in the House contains a pay raise for federal employees in 2020.
Stocks Lose Ground in May: Bond Fund Ahead for 12-Month Period
A bond fund has the best return over the past 12 months among all TSP funds as stocks retreated in May.
TSP: Latest Facts and Figures
How large is the TSP now, and how do TSP investors allocate their investments?
Another Attempt to Stop the Government From Paying Dead People
The federal government routinely pays benefits to people who have died. Another bill has been introduced to try to prevent this from happening.
Bill Would Prohibit TSP Investments in China and Russia
One Congressman wants to ensure the TSP offers no economic support for Russia and China.
Senators Want You to Fly Coach When You Travel
Recently introduced legislation would ban federal employees from flying first or business class on official travel.
