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New Buyout Offers on the Table for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 2, 2025 2:16 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 8:46 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Some agencies have made new buyout offers to their employees to voluntarily reduce the size of their workforces before widespread RIFs begin.

The Court’s Decision to Dissolve the Temporary Restraining Order on the Deferred Resignation Program

By Ed DavisMar 4, 2025 8:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Unions sued over Trump’s “Fork Directive,” but were denied due to lack of standing. They could argue statutory violations and futility for court intervention.

Understanding Federal Retirement Options: Deferred Resignation, VERA, Postponed Retirement, and Deferred Retirement

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiFeb 27, 2025 2:10 PM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:15 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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What retirement options are available for federal employees who may be considering leaving federal service?

[email protected] Email System Holds Up To Initial Court Review

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 19, 2025 7:15 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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OPM began using a new email system to communicate with federal employees after the presidential transition. A request for a restraining order against the system has been denied.

Workforce Optimization: Where Does it Stand and Where Is it Going?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 17, 2025 9:03 AM | Updated: Feb 23, 2025 9:37 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Workforce optimization is creating “shock and anger” for federal employees. Agencies that grew the most under the Biden administration will be closely scrutinized.

Judge Lifts Injunction on Buyout Offer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 12, 2025 6:23 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The hold has been lifted on OPM’s buyout offer for federal employees.

New Executive Order: Government Efficiency and Workforce Optimization

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 12, 2025 7:05 AM | Updated: Feb 17, 2025 9:04 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

A new Executive Order outlines the next steps in government efficiency by reducing the government’s size and mission. Here is a summary.

Judge Keeps Buyout Offer on Hold

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 10, 2025 4:21 PM | Updated: Feb 11, 2025 8:08 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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A federal judge has kept the hold on the deferred resignation offer in place after a hearing on Monday.

Are You “Swimming Naked?” What Buyouts Reveal About Financial Security for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciFeb 7, 2025 1:35 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Prepare for financial uncertainties by upgrading your emergency fund and understanding your expenses to ensure security amidst job loss or federal buyouts.

Evaluating Employee Performance and HR Merit System: First Step in the Trump Changes

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 7, 2025 10:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Previous efforts to improve performance of the federal merit system have not lasted. The Trump administration is more aggressive. Unions may face a backlash from some. Here is the latest.

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