No Christmas Gift for This Former Fed
A former federal employee was erroneously paid more than $18,000 in annuity payments. Does he have to pay it back? The court says “yes.”
Some Feds To Get More Holiday Pay Than Others
There are two holidays coming up in one pay period. That will create numerous questions on how to handle pay for some federal employees. Here’s what OPM has to say about it.
Removing Christ From Christmas Not An Option For Many In Federal Service
Many federal employees have expressed their views that acknowledging Christmas in public settings is the thing to do.
A Model Retirement System? How Did This Happen?
The TSP is a model for the rest of the country in setting up a retirement system. Here’s why.
Labor Department Receives Presidential Awards
The Department of Labor recently received two 2004 Presidential Awards for Management Excellence — one for DOL’s Strategic Management of Human Capital and one for Budget and Performance Integration.
New DOD Restriction Ensures Workers Do Not Violate Conflict of Interest Statute Before, During Or After Employment
The Department of Defense recently modified its ethics regulation to ensure DoD personnel, when leaving federal service, do not inadvertently violate federal “revolving door” statutes.
Agencies Make E-Progress On E-Government Initiative
Federal agencies are making progress in fulfilling the President’s goal of expanding electronic government.
Is The Postal Service In Need Of Reform?
What should be the goals of the Postal Service, defeating private industry or ensuring that every American can send and receive mail?
Chasing Higher Returns With Your Retirement Money
The recent past is not necessarily a prologue to your financial future.
OPM Approves Pay Increase for Federal IT Workers
Federal IT workers will get the same percentage pay increase as the General Schedule across-the-board increase, despite already receiving special pay rates.
