OPM Orders Federal Agencies to Expunge COVID-19 Vaccine Records
OPM orders agencies to erase COVID vaccine records, ending a controversial chapter in federal policy. What does it mean for employees?
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Stay informed on COVID‑19 updates that affect federal employees and retirees, including workplace policies, safety guidance, telework rules, vaccination requirements, and agency‑specific directives. Explore analysis of how COVID‑related legislation, OPM and agency guidance, and federal workforce policies continue to shape leave rules, return‑to‑office decisions, and long‑term workplace practices. Find clear explanations and timely updates on the ongoing impacts of COVID‑19 on federal employment, benefits, and agency operations.
Refusal to Telework During COVID-19 Emergency Leads to Probationary Termination
An HHS Attorney Advisor was terminated for not teleworking during COVID-19. Her appeals on this termination during her probationary period are explored.
Employee Who Refused COVID Testing Fired During Probation
A Navy engineering supervisor was terminated during his probationary period after refusing a COVID vaccine but refusing the resulting mandatory testing because he did not approve of the test kits.
Biden Revokes COVID Mask Mandate for Federal Employees
President Biden has formally repealed one of his previous COVID-related mandates for federal employees.
Many Federal Agency Offices Remain Largely Vacant Post COVID
A new report shows that 24 federal agencies’ headquarters buildings are occupied at less than half of their capacity despite the end of the COVID pandemic.
House Subcommittee Launches Investigation Into COVID Vaccine Mandates
A House Subcommittee has launched an investigation into the COVID vaccine mandates, including the federal employee vaccine mandate.
Moving Forward After the Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate
What are some of the implications of the government rescinding the federal employee vaccine mandate?
The End of the COVID Vaccine Mandate and What it Means for Federal Employees
The COVID vaccine mandate for the federal workforce is over. Here is what federal employees need to know going forward.
Executive Order Issued Formally Repealing Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate
President Biden has issued an Executive Order formally rescinding the COVID vaccine mandate for federal employees.
COVID Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees to End May 11
The Biden administration plans to end the COVID vaccine mandate for federal employees.
