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Critical Steps to Take at Least 5 Years Before Retirement

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 20, 2020 7:55 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

These are some important retirement planning steps for federal employees to take at least 5 years before leaving the office for the last time.

OPM Proposes New Protections for Federal Employees’ Health Benefits During Future Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 18, 2020 10:24 AM | Updated: Jul 20, 2020 7:56 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM is issuing a proposed rule which would ensure federal employees will not have interruptions in some of their health benefits in the event of a shutdown.

Are You Comfortable Returning to Work at the Office?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 17, 2020 8:31 AM | Updated: Jul 31, 2020 1:05 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Do you feel safe returning to work in the office? Take our survey and share your feedback.

Bill Would Require TSA to Check Passengers’ Temperatures

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 16, 2020 3:56 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced that would require the TSA to conduct a pilot program to check passengers’ temperatures at airports.

Agency Decision to Revoke Tentative Job Offer Not Appealable

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJul 16, 2020 11:15 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

Does the MSPB have jurisdiction over an appeal from an applicant who was made a “tentative” job offer that was revoked by the agency because of a background check?

Lawmakers Look to Pay Parity to Give Federal Employees a Higher Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 15, 2020 2:56 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A group of House lawmakers are calling on pay parity with the military to give federal employees a bigger raise next year.

FedSmith Readers Plan to Take Advantage of the New L Funds

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 15, 2020 11:38 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A majority of respondents in our latest survey said that they plan to utilize the new L Funds in the TSP.

FMLA is the Best Option for Federal Employees Facing a Premature Return to the Office

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jul 15, 2020 9:47 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

As federal agencies gradually bring federal employees back to work in their offices, what options do these employees have if they do not feel safe?

Legislation Would Require Federal Employees to Wear Masks in Agency Facilities

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 14, 2020 2:16 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced that would require all individuals, including federal employees, to wear masks inside of federally owned facilities.

Federal Employees, Hatch Act, and Black Lives Matter

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 14, 2020 11:13 AM | Updated: Sep 16, 2020 7:32 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Office of Special Counsel says Black Lives Matter is not a political organization with Hatch Act implications for federal employees and agencies.

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May 5, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8756 +0.01% +1.47%
F Fund $20.9126 +0.19% +0.15%
C Fund $116.5741 +0.81% +6.45%
S Fund $110.4989 +1.26% +10.05%
I Fund $61.9907 +1.00% +11.71%
L Income $30.2562 +0.28% +3.46%
L 2030 $61.2632 +0.54% +5.45%
L 2035 $18.7833 +0.63% +6.24%
L 2040 $72.3002 +0.69% +6.66%
L 2045 $20.0724 +0.73% +7.02%
L 2050 $44.6187 +0.78% +7.38%
L 2055 $23.2981 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2060 $23.2952 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2065 $23.2923 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2070 $13.8049 +0.93% +8.72%
L 2075 $12.0586 +0.93% +8.72%
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