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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.

Legislation Would Require Federal Employees to Wear Masks in Agency Facilities

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 14, 2020 2:16 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced that would require all individuals, including federal employees, to wear masks inside of federally owned facilities.

Not Yet: Senators Say Federal Employees Shouldn’t Return to Work in Their Offices

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 9, 2020 4:43 PM | Updated: Aug 7, 2020 3:32 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
A group of three employees wearing face masks sitting around a table in an office having a meeting

Four Senators said that OMB and OPM are putting federal employees in jeopardy by asking them to return to work in their offices now.

The Worst Way to Save $80,000

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJul 9, 2020 1:49 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Businessman holding his hands open around a crystal ball with a rising financial graph inside of it

Is “market timing” with your TSP a good strategy? Even if you have occasional success, the author points out that there are still big downsides.

Will Your Pay Be Affected When You Return to Work?

FedSmith.com author Robert DietrichBy Robert DietrichJul 8, 2020 10:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Woman sitting at her desk working on a computer wearing disposable gloves and a face mask

Will new safety measures when returning to work at the office impact your paycheck or time at work?

Senate Bill Proposes Postal Service Bailout

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 7, 2020 9:16 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation introduced in the Senate would provide an emergency bailout for the Postal Service, but it’s not without strings.

Federal Employees Have a Limited Window to Make Mid-Year Changes to FSAFEDS Elections

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 1, 2020 4:00 PM | Updated: Jul 9, 2020 6:26 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Piece of paper labeled 'flexible spending account' lying on top of a spreadsheet next to a pen and reading glasses depicting planning for health care/health insurance expenses

Federal employees have a 60-day window to make mid-year changes to their elections under the FSAFEDS program.

Which TSP Fund Up 8.65% in 12 Months?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 1, 2020 9:57 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Close up of a person's hand putting money into a clear glass jar labeled 'save' next to an old style alarm clock

How did the TSP funds perform in June? The best performing fund in the last year may surprise you.

Bills Would Require Publishing Agency Reopening Plans, Reimbursing Dependent Care Costs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 26, 2020 8:23 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would require federal agencies to publish their reopening plans online to facilitate the safety of their employees.

GAO Suggests Safe Practices for Returning Federal Employees to Offices

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 25, 2020 3:33 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Woman sitting at her desk in front of a laptop wearing a face mask and applying hand sanitizer

GAO has listed considerations it said agencies need to take to safely bring federal employees back to work in an office environment.

Are Your Long-Term Care Plans Putting You in Danger?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJun 22, 2020 3:26 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Words 'long-term care insurance' written on the top of paper on a clipboard sitting on a desk next to a calculator and pen

The coronavirus has disproportionately targeted individuals in long-term care facilities. The author says this is an important reminder for LTC planning.

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