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The VA Accountability First and Appeals Modernization Act of 2016: 5 Things Every Federal Employee Should Know

By Jeff NealOct 3, 2016 4:12 PM | Updated: Oct 24, 2016 9:13 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that when one digs into the VA Accountability First and Appeals Modernization Act of 2016, there is a lot more to it than the title would have you believe.

Groups Urge Lawmakers to Combat Rising Medicare Part B Premiums

By Michael WaldOct 3, 2016 3:45 PM | Updated: Oct 8, 2016 5:09 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Numerous organizations recently sent a letter to lawmakers urging them to find a way to ease the burden of expected rising Medicare part B premiums in 2017 to help retirees.

Best and Worst TSP Returns in 2016

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 3, 2016 11:25 AM | Updated: Oct 8, 2016 5:09 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

All but one TSP fund had positive returns in September. Here are the best and worst performing funds so far in 2016.

NARFE Calls FEHB Premiums Increase ‘Relatively Modest’

By Michael WaldSep 29, 2016 2:39 PM | Updated: Oct 4, 2016 10:32 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The average premiums under the FEHB are going up 6.2% in 2017. NARFE President Richard G. Thissen called the increase in enrollee costs “relatively modest.”

Alternatives to Long-Term Care Insurance

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsSep 29, 2016 11:08 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Federal employees under FLTCIP are facing a big hike in long-term care premiums. The author suggests they stay calm and explore other options.

6.2% Average Health Insurance Increase for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 28, 2016 2:03 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The average rate increase for 2017 under the health insurance plan for federal employees (FEHB) will be 6.2% in 2017.

What Happens to Your Pay in the Event of a Shutdown?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 28, 2016 1:16 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The possibility of a shutdown is again facing federal employees as the fiscal year draws to a close. What will happen to your pay if there is a partial government shutdown?

How to Fix OPM’s Backlog Problem

By Robert F. BensonSep 27, 2016 5:06 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

What lies at the core of OPM’s retirement backlog? The author explains the most glaring problem he sees with the situation and what can be done to solve it.

Legislation Would Expand Whistleblower Protections for DOE Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 27, 2016 1:10 PM | Updated: Sep 30, 2016 12:01 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in the Senate to expand protection for whistleblowers at the Department of Energy.

The First Debate and the Upcoming Presidential Election: Who Will Receive Your Vote?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 26, 2016 11:01 PM | Updated: Oct 5, 2016 8:35 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Who will receive your vote in the upcoming presidential election? Did the first debate influence your vote? Share your feedback in this short survey.

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