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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.

Another Bill Introduced to Overturn Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 4, 2021 8:17 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Another bill has been introduced that would repeal the vaccine mandate for federal employees.

Senators Worry About TSA Staffing Shortage Due to Vaccine Requirement

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 3, 2021 12:03 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Two Senators are worried that too many unvaccinated employees at the TSA could disrupt agency operations as the COVID vaccine deadline looms for federal employees.

Vaccine Mandate: Federal Employee Group Seeking Relief in Court

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 1, 2021 4:02 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The vaccine mandate for federal employees is being challenged in court. Here is one group of federal employees formed to contest the policy decision.

Lawmakers Tell Fully Vaccinated Federal Employees to Return to the Office

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 1, 2021 9:54 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A group of Senators said that it is time for all federal employees who are fully vaccinated to return to work in their agency offices.

Administration Pushes Back on Mandatory Vaccinations: No Halt to Firing Employees Seeking Exemptions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 29, 2021 9:53 AM | Updated: Oct 30, 2021 10:13 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The administration would not agree that federal employee plaintiffs seeking exemption from mandatory vaccinations, will not be disciplined or separated while their appeals are pending.

Bill Would Provide Antibody Exemption to Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 28, 2021 3:35 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced that would allow federal employees to opt out of the vaccine mandate if they have proof of COVID antibodies.

House Republicans Raise Questions on Federal Employee Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 28, 2021 9:53 AM | Updated: Jan 10, 2022 1:54 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Two House Republicans want more information on the potential impact of the vaccine mandate on the federal workforce.

New Guidance For Federal Employees Seeking Exceptions to Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 5, 2021 11:48 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The government has issued updated guidance for federal employees seeking an exception to the COVID vaccine mandate.

OPM: Agencies Can Begin Enforcing Vaccine Mandate in November

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 1, 2021 12:22 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has issued guidance on when and how agencies should discipline federal employees who refuse to get vaccinated.

Legislation Introduced to Repeal Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 30, 2021 8:27 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to repeal President Biden’s COVID vaccine mandate for federal employees.

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