Crowdfunding, Shutdown, Federal Employees and Ethics
Federal employees who set up a crowdfunding page may have created an ethics problem. Here is what OGE is telling agencies about crowdfunding and the shutdown.
Government Shutdown
Stay updated on the latest government shutdown news affecting federal employees and retirees, including guidance on furloughs, pay and benefits, back‑pay rules, and agency operations during funding lapses. Explore analysis of Congressional negotiations, proposed legislation to prevent or resolve shutdowns, and real‑time updates when a shutdown is imminent or underway. Find clear explanations of how shutdowns impact federal pay, leave, telework, contracting, and essential vs. non‑essential work status, along with insights into the broader policy and political factors driving these events.
Bill Proposes to Fix Credit Reports for Federal Employees
A new bill would force credit bureaus to remove negative information on federal employees’ credit reports that resulted from the recent government shutdown.
Why Public Service is Not a Regular Job
The author says that working as a federal employee is very different from other kinds of jobs.
More Bills Introduced to Prevent Government Shutdowns
More bills continue to be proposed in Congress to eliminate government shutdowns. They take varying approaches to the problem.
The Best Credit Unions for Federal Employees
If you have ever considered joining a credit union, these are some that offer membership and benefits for federal employees and military.
Study Says Federal Employees Weren’t Prepared for the Shutdown
A recent study looked at the ways and extent to which federal employees’ lives were disrupted by the recent shutdown.
Impact of the Government Shutdown on the IRS
The annual report from the Taxpayer Advocate Service outlines the impact of the shutdown on the IRS and agency problems as a result of using 1960’s computer technology.
Congressman Wants to Pay Bonuses to Federal Employees Who Worked During the Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would pay bonuses to federal employees who worked without pay during the recent partial government shutdown.
Lawmakers Looking Into Back Pay Problems
Three lawmakers want information on what is being done to resolve problems in giving federal employees their full back pay from the recent shutdown.
Treasury: Tax Refunds are Safe in the Event of Another Shutdown
Even if there is another shutdown, the Treasury Department says taxpayer refunds will still be paid.
