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Legislation Reintroduced to Restore ALJs to Competitive Service

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 2, 2019 10:19 AM | Updated: May 9, 2019 5:56 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Another attempt is being made in Congress to restore Administrative Law Judges to the competitive service.

It’s Here! Executive Order Issued Implementing 2019 Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 28, 2019 3:42 PM | Updated: Apr 9, 2019 11:09 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The long awaited executive order on the 2019 retroactive pay raise has been issued by President Trump.

2019 Retroactive Pay Raise is Almost Here

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 20, 2019 5:17 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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What is taking the pay raise so long to arrive? OPM’s director provides an explanation.

How Will the Pay Raise Impact Locality Pay?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 18, 2019 7:26 AM | Updated: Feb 28, 2019 8:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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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

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 31, 2018 12:15 PM | Updated: Jan 8, 2019 8:37 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Human Resources Leave a comment
Coffee cup and a pen on a desk next to a paper napkin with the words '2018 review' written on it - year end, year in review for 2018

What were the most significant events for federal employees in 2018? Here is a summary.

Pay Freeze Stands for 2019

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 28, 2018 7:20 PM | Updated: Dec 16, 2020 7:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
Rolled up $100 bill stuck in snow and ice depicting a pay freeze for federal employees

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

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 19, 2018 7:52 AM | Updated: Dec 22, 2018 6:46 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

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

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 17, 2018 11:14 AM | Updated: Dec 25, 2018 7:25 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

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

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 4, 2018 8:26 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

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

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 1, 2018 10:12 PM | Updated: Jun 29, 2019 4:25 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

On Wednesday, December 5th, the Federal Government will close in honor of America’s 41st president who died on Friday.

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