Air Force Loses Round on Military Service Discrimination Claim
An appeal against the Air Force for discrimination based on military service has been kept alive by a recent federal appeals court decision.
Lawmakers Make Case for Making it Easier to Fire VA Employees
The Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs sent a letter last week to the Senate VA Committee Chairman making the case for legislation that would make it easier to fire federal employees who work for the VA.
Will There be a Super Saver TSP Program in Your Future?
The author describes a retirement savings benefit outlined in the tax code that can dramatically boost one’s ability to save for retirement.
Congress Proposes New Bill For 25% Federal Pay Raise
An overwhelming number of lawmakers rode into the Capitol on unicorns today to offer their unwavering support for the federal workforce with a proposal to give federal employees a 25% pay raise.
Returning to 1933? How Are Your TSP Funds Performing in 2016?
The stock market made its biggest quarterly comeback since 1933 according to one recent headline. How did your TSP stock funds do in March?
Will Higher Interest Rates Impact the Federal Budget and Federal Workers?
The federal deficit is growing and interest rates are projected to go up from their current low rate. Will this impact the federal workforce?
What Are Your Retirement Dreams?
Actuaries tell us that a 55 year old can expect to live another 30 years. How will you spend those days after you leave the workforce? The author provides some suggestions on how to find your retirement dreams and make them a reality.
How Many Trillions Did the IRS Collect in FY 2015?
The amount of tax money being collected by the IRS continues to grow according to the latest data provided by the agency.
How Does the New Union ‘Persuader’ Rule Affect Federal Agencies and Contractors?
The Department of Labor recently finalized a rule that requires reporting of “persuader” activities and agreements meant to “directly or indirectly persuade employees concerning their rights to organize and bargain collectively.” The author explains what this new rule is and what it means for the federal workforce.
Is a Change to a ‘High-Five’ Calculation Likely to Happen?
I’ve heard rumors that Congress will be changing how our retirement is computed by mandating a “high-five” calculation, rather than a high-three. Is this likely to happen and, if it does, what will it do to our pensions?
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