Should DC Become a State?
Should the District of Columbia become a state? The recurring effort from one Senator has again been put forth in the new session of Congress.
FLRA Seeks Briefs on Attorney’s Fees Questions
In an unusual move, the FLRA is providing for filing amici briefs on a case concerning an award of attorney fees in the federal labor relations context.
Labor Department Starting Federal Contractor Self-Audit Program
Under a new Labor Department program, some contractors will be able to self-audit their workplace anti-discrimination rules.
The Federal Government’s Employer Brand Is In Trouble
The author says the government’s employer brand should be great, but it is not, and this in turn hampers its efforts to bring in new talent.
2 TSP Funds Up 11% and 17% So Far in 2019
Which TSP funds have returns of more than 11% and 17% so far in 2019?
Senators Ask for Timeframe on Pay Raise
A group of Senators from states in which many federal employees reside have asked OMB for a timeframe on when the pay raise can be expected.
OPM Provides FAQs on IRS Health Insurance Forms
OPM has provided some frequently asked questions regarding government health insurance requirements under FEHB for tax year 2018.
MSPB Nominations, Congress and Politics as Usual
What is happening with the MSPB and the lack of leadership as the current term of Acting Chairman Mark Robbins is about to expire? Here is a summary.
Pay Raise Likely to Hit in Early Spring
When can federal employees expect to see the 2019 pay raise, and what is causing the delay?
Don’t Hold Your Breath
The author says that while a couple of bills that would boost federal retirement benefits are welcome news, they are unlikely to become law.
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