OPM Announces Changes to Long Term Insurance for Opposite Sex Partners
Expanded eligibility has been announced for applying for coverage under the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP). The change will be effective on November 30th.
Legislation Aims to Protect Federal Employees’ Pensions From Payday Lenders
Legislation recently introduced by Congressmen Matt Cartwright (D-PA) and Gerry Connolly (D-VA) aims to protect federal workers, military retirees, and postal retirees by expanding Truth in Lending Act disclosure provisions to any situation where a federal or military pension is used as consideration for an “advance.”
OPM Processes Over 10k Retirement Applications in October
The Office of Personnel Management processed over 10,000 retirement applications in October, however, there are still over 12,000 backlogged applications.
Legislation Introduced to End Unionization at IRS
Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) has introduced legislation that would end mandatory labor unions at the Internal Revenue Service.
Federal Employees’ Right to Disobey Is Becoming Clearer
Feeling defiant? Good, because there is a growing body of MSPB case law on the little known “right-to-disobey” rule from the Whistleblower Protection Act.
Great HR Service? Don’t Make Me Laugh
The author asks the questions, “If HR is so important and HR Specialists are a mission critical occupation, why is it so rare to find someone who says they are happy with their HR support? Is there anything agencies can do to fix the problem?”
Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 Signed Into Law
President Obama signed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 into law on Monday. Among its provisions, the two-year budget deal sets 2016 Medicare Part B premium rates.
TSP Stock Funds Score Solid Gains in October
All TSP funds had positive returns in October, and the C fund had its best single month return in four years.
Will Allocations Be Changing for the TSP’s Lifecycle Funds?
A new recommendation for the TSP would change the current investment structure of these funds.
Trump Promises to Fire ‘Corrupt and Incompetent Executives’ in VA Reform Plan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has released a detailed plan to reform the Veterans Administration that he promises will “decrease wait times, improve healthcare outcomes, and facilitate a seamless transition from service into civilian life.”
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