GSA Increases Mileage Rates
GSA has increased the reimbursement rates for use of personal vehicles on government business.
Military Gets Pay 4%+ Raise Plus Housing Allowance Increase
“Pay parity” between civilian and military personnel became a slogan this year for those advocating higher pay for federal civilian employees. Here is a quick summary of the 2004 military pay package.
Dow Hits 10,000. What Does It Mean for Your TSP?
Your TSP stock funds are looking much healthier than a year ago.
2% raise coming on January 1
The omnibus spending bill has been snagged in the Senate. As a result, federal employees will get a 2% raise on January 1st. The remainder will be paid retroactively.
Personnel in “trade agencies” are stretched says GAO
Increased responsibilities of America’s world trade have stretched the human resources of the federal agencies responsible for implementing the country’s trading policies.
The Designer Product of the Year From the Federal Government
New $20 bill listed as one of the best new products of the year
Federal Retirement Provisions: Employees vs. Congresspersons
The article compares retirement benefits for Congressional representatives and federal employees
Will December 26 be another holiday? Here are a few comments
Will the Friday after Christmas be a holiday this year? In some offices, hope springs eternal.
S Fund Continues to Shine for TSP Investors
TSP funds are all up for November
Money, Power and Temptation Can Lead to Problems
The Office of Government Ethics has released a report on conflict of interest prosecutions. Some ethics violations can get a person in serious trouble.
