If You Want to Add Emphasis in Your Writing, Don’t Do Either of These Things
Writers often try to call attention to certain thoughts or ideas by using these techniques — which often backfire.
Groups Urge ‘No’ Vote on Ryan Budget Proposal
The Federal-Postal Coalition is urging House members to vote against the recently proposed FY 2013 budget proposal released by the House Budget Committee.
RSC Budget Would Increase Pension Contributions
The Republican Study Committee has released a budget blueprint for FY 2013 which would mandate increased pension contributions for all federal workers rather than just new hires.
10 Potential Mistakes To Avoid When Considering Retirement
The author outlines ten common mistakes federal retirees should strive to avoid to get the most out of their retirement benefits.
No Annuity for Surviving Former Spouse
A former spouse learns she cannot receive the survivor annuity she claims her ex husband, who had worked as a physician with the VA, intended for her to have.
Legislation Would Merge EPA and DOE
Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) plans to introduce legislation that would consolidate the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency into a new single agency which would be called the Department of Energy and the Environment (DOEE).
Average Federal Salary: $83,679 and Lowest Average Pay Increase in 10 Years
According to one researcher who has concluded that the Federal Salary Council claims of an underpaid federal workforce are unwarranted, average federal pay continues to outpace private sector pay.
It’s Never Too Late to Start Retirement Planning
The author outlines some basic strategies people can use to be financially prepared for retirement.
House Budget Committee Advances FY 2013 Budget Proposal
The House Budget Committee has voted to advance the FY 2013 budget blueprint released Tuesday by Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI). The budget contains proposed cuts to the federal workforce, increased pensions contributions, and an extended pay freeze through 2015.
Report Shows Little Change in Ethnic Composition of Federal Workforce
The annual report from the EEOC on the federal workforce indicates that there has been little change in the racial composition of the federal workforce, however it shows that the number of minorities landing senior level positions in the government has increased.
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