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Government Shutdown

Shutdown Discounts Available to DC Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 22, 2018 10:16 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Shutdown got you down? These DC area businesses are trying to make it easier for federal employees by offering some discounts and free stuff.

More Lawmakers Target Congressional Pay as Retribution for Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 21, 2018 2:09 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

More lawmakers want to see pay withheld from Members of Congress for shutdowns. One has even pledged to have her salary withheld until the shutdown is resolved.

OMB Tells Agencies to Begin Executing Shutdown Plans

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: January 22, 2018 12:33 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The Office of Management and Budget has instructed agencies to begin carrying out their shutdown contingency plans.

A Brief History of Government Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 20, 2018 3:49 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

There have been a series of short government shutdowns that often lasted over a weekend. Here is a listing of shutdowns, including the most significant ones.

What Happens to Your TSP Account During a Shutdown?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 20, 2018 12:45 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has provided important information for federal employees on what impact the government shutdown will have on their TSP accounts.

Government Shutdown Ensues

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 20, 2018 1:04 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A government shutdown has officially begun. Here is some critical information for federal employees.

Legislation Would Withhold Lawmakers’ Pay in the Event of a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: January 22, 2018 9:26 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced in Senate to withhold pay for lawmakers in the event of a government shutdown.

Why Does the Government Shutdown in the United States?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 19, 2018 9:31 AM Categories Q&A Leave a comment
Illustration of the Capitol building in Washington, DC with the words 'government shutdown' written over it

When does the government shutdown? The answer dates back to 1980.

You Won’t Be Able to Get HR Advice from OPM During a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 18, 2018 7:34 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
'we are closed' written on a chalkboard sitting on a rustic oak wood door

OPM outlines in its shutdown contingency plan which portions of the agency would be impacted by a funding lapse.

Legislation Introduced to Provide Back Pay to Federal Employees Furloughed by a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 18, 2018 6:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced to guarantee back pay to federal employees who get furloughed during a partial government shutdown.

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