Bill Introduced to Cut Federal Workforce by 10% by 2015
Representatives Darrell Issa (R-CA), Dennis Ross (R-FL), and Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) have introduced a bill that would aim to cut the federal workforce by 10% by 2015 through attrition.
Grim Outlook for Social Security in 2011 OASDI Annual Report
The House Subcommittee on Social Security recently examined the 2011 Annual Report of the Social Security Board of Trustees that was released in late May and released some of the highlights that were found.
Rep. Chaffetz Introduces Bill to Check NLRB’s Litigation Powers
Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) has introduced a bill intended to rein in the litigation power of the National Labor Relations Board.
Rep. Tim Scott Introduces Empower Employees Act
Rep. Tim Scott (R-SC) has introduced the Empower Employees Act to give federal employees the option of choosing whether or not to contribute to a union by prohibiting the automatic deduction of union dues from any federal employee’s paycheck.
Are You Missing Out on Valuable Benefits?
Here are a few benefits of working for the federal government that you may not know about and may want to take advantage of once you see the list of possibilities.
Sen. Burr Wants to Combine Departments of Labor and Commerce
Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) has introduced a bill that would consolidate the Department of Labor and the Department of Commerce into a single, new agency called the Department of Commerce and the Workforce (DOCW).
TSP Stock Funds Down in May–Up Substantially Over 12 Months
The stock funds in the TSP show strong positive returns for the year to date and the past twelve months despite having a down month in May.
Mistakes to Avoid with Roth Conversions
Should you do a Roth conversion to take advantage of the current tax rates which may be lower now than they are likely to be in the future? It may be a good idea but check out the details before you take action as your tax bill may be higher than you think.
‘Early Out’ Offer for USDA Employees Begins June 1
Voluntary Early Retirement Authority (VERA) was granted to the USDA which will allow the department to offer an early out option to all employees who meet the eligibility requirements.
The Changing World of Federal Human Resources
OPM director John Berry says agencies are asking the agency for guidance on how to deal with the issue of transgendered employees in the workplace. The result is a new set of guidelines, including restructuring the Official Personnel Folder.
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