37th Los Angeles Postmaster Takes Helm
Al Santos recently became the 37th postmaster of Los Angeles.
Going in the Wrong Direction
Americans face a growing risk that they will outlive their savings during retirement. The author says that the proposals to address this risk are wrong.
A Government Program That Has Withstood the Test of Time
Too often in government, new initiatives and programs are introduced that are embraced by the few and dismissed by the many. One of the few programs that have withstood the test of time (26 years) is the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program.
Social Security and CSRS Earnings
In calculating the 35 highest earnings years for WEP and Social Security, indexed for inflation, does that include the earnings that a CSRS retiree earned while employed in their federal positions?
Hawaii Senator Wants 3.3% Pay Raise for Federal Employees
Senator Brian Schlatz (D-HI) introduced legislation late this week (S 2397) proposing a 3.3% pay increase for federal workers.
House Votes to Give 1.8% Pay Raise to Military
The House passed legislation today that provides for an automatic 1.8% pay raise for military members.
Firing Tax Delinquent Feds Still on the Table
A bill that was introduced last year to terminate federal employees with “seriously delinquent” tax debts appears to slowly be making its way through the Senate.
AFGE Blames VA Problems on Staffing Shortages
The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) says the recent problems at VA have been caused by staffing shortages.
Job Search Checklist for Federal Government Employees
Landing a job in the federal government can be a life-changing experience. But before attempting to find the perfect government job, follow this simple job search checklist.
Can the FERS Supplement for a Spouse be Lost?
If an employee remains retired but the spouse works and makes more than 15k, does the FERS supplement drop out?
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