OPM’s Shocking Letter to Some Annuitants
The author discusses a situation in which one retired federal employee was suddenly notified by OPM that he owed the agency over $28,000.
TSA Pat-Downs Are About to Get Even More Personal
The TSA has announced new pat-down procedures that air travelers are likely going to find are much more personal than what they experienced before.
OPM’s Retirement Applications Backlog Inches Higher in February
The outstanding backlog of retirement applications at OPM edged higher in February. Here are the latest statistics.
What Does It Take to be a TSP Millionaire?
What does it take to accumulate $1 million or more in your TSP account? It may not be as daunting as it might seem. The author provides several detailed examples with hypothetical numbers.
The ‘R’ Word
Most people do not like to think about a reduction in force (RIF) and for good reason. The author outlines some of the things that can go wrong when conducting a RIF.
Legislation Would Provide a COLA to Veterans
A pair of bills recently introduced in the House would provide an automatic cost of living adjustment for benefits provided to military veterans and their families.
EPA Purchase Card and Check Program At Risk for Abuse
The Inspector General at EPA has found a lack of internal controls for purchase cards at EPA. A full audit will follow as a result of initial conclusions.
Job Openings at Border Patrol and Customs and Border Protection
President Trump has issued executive orders to hire 15,000 federal employees. The jobs have been announced but close quickly. Here is information on job qualifications and how to apply. Border Agent jobs start at $40,511 per year.
Trump Administration Seeks to Cut NOAA Budget by 17%
The White House budget proposal for FY 2018 includes an overall 17% cut to the budget of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Trump Proposes Cutting EPA Budget by 25%
The Trump administration’s 2018 budget proposal would cut the EPA’s overall budget by 25% as well as make reductions to the agency’s workforce.
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