Legislation Reintroduced to Restore ALJs to Competitive Service
Another attempt is being made in Congress to restore Administrative Law Judges to the competitive service.
Executive Order
It’s Here! Executive Order Issued Implementing 2019 Pay Raise
The long awaited executive order on the 2019 retroactive pay raise has been issued by President Trump.
2019 Retroactive Pay Raise is Almost Here
What is taking the pay raise so long to arrive? OPM’s director provides an explanation.
How Will the Pay Raise Impact Locality Pay?
How will the 2019 pay raise impact locality pay, and what does the Pay Agent have to say about new locality pay areas?
Biggest Events for Feds in 2018
What were the most significant events for federal employees in 2018? Here is a summary.
Pay Freeze Stands for 2019
Because Congress has not overridden the president’s proposed pay freeze, and an Executive Order has been issued freezing pay, no raise is expected in 2019.
Trump Gives Federal Employees Extra Holiday on Christmas Eve
President Trump has issued an Executive Order giving most federal employees an extra holiday on December 24, 2018. Merry Christmas!
Decision Over-Turning Executive Orders Goes to Next Level Court
A District Court decision overturning major provisions of three Executive Orders has been appealed. Here is a summary of the arguments made by Justice Department.
Post Office, Stock Market Among Closures for Tomorrow’s Holiday Honoring Former President Bush
Wednesday, December 5th, has been declared a day of mourning by President Trump. Most federal employees will be excused from work, including the Postal Service.
National Day of Mourning Declared: Government Closed December 5th
On Wednesday, December 5th, the Federal Government will close in honor of America’s 41st president who died on Friday.
