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OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed Nearly 10% in October

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 5, 2021 4:08 PM | Updated: Apr 5, 2022 5:14 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The OPM retirement backlog was successfully reduced to close out October 2021 despite more incoming claims than in the month before.

Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees: Will Courts Approve New Presidential Power? Will Employees Stay or Quit?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 5, 2021 12:28 PM Categories Court Cases, Human Resources Leave a comment

What are the limits on presidential power for federal employees? Does the vaccine mandate exceed any limits on presidential power?

2022 Annual TSP Contribution Limit to Top $20k

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 4, 2021 3:39 PM | Updated: Mar 26, 2022 12:14 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The IRS has announced the 2022 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.

What Can Non-Fully Vaccinated Federal Employees Expect Starting November 9?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Nov 4, 2021 3:16 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The vaccine requirement deadline for federal employees is quickly approaching. This is what those who are not fully vaccinated can expect.

Another Bill Introduced to Overturn Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 4, 2021 8:17 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Another bill has been introduced that would repeal the vaccine mandate for federal employees.

Senators Worry About TSA Staffing Shortage Due to Vaccine Requirement

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 3, 2021 12:03 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Two Senators are worried that too many unvaccinated employees at the TSA could disrupt agency operations as the COVID vaccine deadline looms for federal employees.

Is December Really the Best Retirement Date for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNov 3, 2021 9:11 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

December is one of the most popular retirement dates for federal employees, but is it really the best time to retire?

What is the Flexible Spending Account?

By Brandon ChristyNov 2, 2021 10:13 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offers tax savings for eligible federal employees when paying their regular medical bills.

Vaccine Mandate: Federal Employee Group Seeking Relief in Court

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 1, 2021 4:02 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The vaccine mandate for federal employees is being challenged in court. Here is one group of federal employees formed to contest the policy decision.

Lawmakers Tell Fully Vaccinated Federal Employees to Return to the Office

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 1, 2021 9:54 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A group of Senators said that it is time for all federal employees who are fully vaccinated to return to work in their agency offices.

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May 4, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8731 +0.04% +1.46%
F Fund $20.8728 -0.32% -0.04%
C Fund $115.6318 -0.40% +5.59%
S Fund $109.1196 -0.34% +8.68%
I Fund $61.3781 -0.28% +10.61%
L Income $30.1723 -0.09% +3.18%
L 2030 $60.9371 -0.20% +4.89%
L 2035 $18.6651 -0.24% +5.58%
L 2040 $71.8065 -0.27% +5.93%
L 2045 $19.9260 -0.29% +6.24%
L 2050 $44.2732 -0.31% +6.55%
L 2055 $23.0836 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2060 $23.0808 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2065 $23.0779 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2070 $13.6778 -0.35% +7.72%
L 2075 $11.9476 -0.35% +7.72%
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