S Fund Tops Other TSP Funds Again in January
TSP funds continued their upward momentum in January, especially the stock funds.
President Proposes 1.5% Pay Raise for Feds in 2005
The Administration is proposing a 1.5% pay raise for federal employees in 2005
3.5 Percent Military Pay Raise in 2005–What About Civilians?
The President has proposed a 3.5% pay raise for the military for 2005. The civilian pay process will be more complex than usual this year.
Kerry Leads Bush in Latest Poll
In the latest FedSmith.com poll, federal employees showed a preference for John Kerry over George Bush.
TSP Stock Funds Up (Again); Feds Have Lowest Cost Ratio Available Anywhere
The federal TSP program is one of the best investment deals available to any investor anywhere. And return rates for January are up across the board in stock funds.
Flying first class at AID
Senior AID officials, including the IG, flew business class at taxpayer expense when not allowed by agency regulations.
Budget Changes Coming to Most Agencies
Some agencies are going to see an increase in their budgets but most are likely to see cuts as the impact of the huge federal budget deficit is felt.
How A Political Campaign May Impact Your Health Insurance Benefits
The Federal Employees Health Benefits program is getting a lot of attention from politicians. It may have an impact on federal employees.
Spending Bill Passes in Senate Including 4.1% Pay Raise
The Senate has passed the omnibus spending package that includes a retroactive 4.1% raise for federal employees
OPM Authorizes Additional SES Pay Raises
OPM authorizes SES members to receive an additional pay raise in 2004.
