Federal Offices Opening Late in Washington Metro Area
OPM has issued an announcement that offices are opening late in the Washington, DC area today due to weather conditions.
Are You Financially Ready to Retire?
The author offers some questions to consider before taking the plunge into retirement.
Tips for Taxpayers, Victims about Identity Theft and Tax Returns
The Internal Revenue Service is taking additional steps during the 2013 tax season to protect taxpayers and help victims of identity theft and refund fraud.
An Ever Widening Skills Gap
The author says that necessary training for human resources employees is not taking place, thus hampering the ability to hire and retain outstanding new employees for the federal workforce.
A Financial Advantage for Federal Employees and Military Personnel
How good is the Thrift Savings Plan? Its advantages for investors, including the rates of return, are unique, very favorable, and only available to those in the federal community.
Questions for the Confirmation of the Chair of the FLRA
The current Chair of the Federal Labor Relations Authority is likely to be nominated by the President for another term in that job. The author poses some questions that some senator might ask if there is a confirmation hearing.
House Passes No Budget, No Pay Act
The House passed a short-term debt ceiling fix that would extend the country’s borrowing authority until May, while compelling Congress to pass a budget or have their pay suspended.
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Individual Insurance Mandate
Legislation has been introduced in the Senate that would strike provisions in ObamaCare requiring individuals to purchase health insurance.
Stephenson v. OPM: A Major Victory for the Federal Worker
The author says that the outcome from a recent court decision is a precedent-setting case and one which will will favorably impact Federal disability retirement annuitants.
House Delays Vote on Blocking Pay Raise
Republican leaders have postponed voting on a bill that would block the scheduled pay increase for federal employees.
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