Pay and Benefits for Federal Employees in a Government Shutdown
A possible government shutdown is looming. Here is how federal employees’ pay and benefits are handled during a partial shutdown.
Inflation Slows and Latest 2026 COLA Projection
Inflation was lower than projected in February. Federal employees are stressed. TSP prices are down. Here are latest big cuts in a federal agency and projected 2026 COLA.
Why Warren Buffett Is Holding Cash and What Federal Employees Can Learn from It
Warren Buffett is holding a lot of cash right now. What can federal employees learn from this?
Education Department Cutting Nearly Half of Workforce
The Department of Education is cutting nearly 50% of its workforce with layoffs starting Tuesday evening.
Are You Ready for Retirement?
These are some practical steps federal employees can take to ensure their retirement readiness.
How Could the March 13, 2025, Deadline Affect Federal Employees?
The Trump administration is working to cut waste in government, but there are implications for the federal employees whose lives are impacted.
The Federal Labor Relations Statute and Collective Bargaining Agreements Are Currently Unenforceable
Federal employee unions may find there are no enforcement mechanisms available under the labor relations statute or a collective bargaining agreement. Here is why.
The Trump Administration and Probationary Periods
OPM and MSPB guidelines leave the author to question if blanket terminations or probationary federal employees meet legal criteria.
Buyout Offered to HHS Employees
All employees in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services were notified Friday of the option to voluntarily resign in exchange for a $25,000 payment.
DHS Ends Collective Bargaining for TSA Employees
DHS has announced it is stripping TSA employees of their collective bargaining rights.
