Stimulus Payments Coming Soon for Some Non-Filer Federal Beneficiaries
Some federal beneficiaries who do not file recent tax returns will be getting their COVID stimulus payments from the IRS soon.
COVID
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.
Social Security: Here We Go Again…
The author says that the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on wages could reduce some seniors’ Social Security benefits in the future.
Bill Would Rescind New Emergency Paid Leave Benefit
New legislation has been introduced to rescind some of the spending provisions in the new COVID-19 stimulus bill.
Formal Guidance Expected Soon on Emergency Paid Leave Benefit
A Postal Service memo says that OPM will be issuing guidance soon on the new COVID-19 emergency leave benefit for federal employees.
When Can DC Area Federal Employees Get the Vaccine?
New information from the DC government offers a timeline as to when federal employees can expect to be eligible for the COVID vaccine.
IRS Begins Sending Out New COVID Stimulus Payments
The IRS said it has begun distributing the third round of COVID-19 stimulus checks from the new spending bill that just became law.
COVID Stimulus Bill Includes 15 Weeks of Paid Leave for Federal Employees
Tucked inside of the new $1.9 trillion COVID relief package is a unique benefit for federal employees: emergency paid leave.
2021 Tax Planning Checklist
These are some important considerations in doing tax planning for 2021.
House Lawmakers Want Federal Government to Handle Vaccinations for DC Area Federal Employees
A group of House lawmakers want the federal government to take over vaccine distributions for DC area federal employees.
Federal Employees Can Face Disciplinary Action For Not Wearing Masks Under New Executive Order
New guidance has been issued for federal employees and agencies regarding masking requirements created under a recent Executive Order.
