Shut it Down (For Real)?
Does the entire government really shutdown during a government shutdown? The author explains what really happens.
Government Shutdown
Shutdown – There You Go Again
The last government shutdown cost the government roughly $24 billion and now the threat is looming again. Besides impacting federal employees, the author notes that many other businesses and services can also be affected.
Budget Bill Avoiding Shutdown Becomes Law
Congress has passed a spending bill funding the government for the remainder of the fiscal year and eliminating the possibility of a partial shutdown.
5 Things You Should Know About the Omnibus Spending Bill
A budget agreement has finally been reached in Congress. The author lists five points about the agreement that are relevant to the federal workforce.
Deal Reached in Congress to Fund Government Through September
An agreement has been reached in Congress to fund the government for the rest of 2017, moving closer towards avoiding a partial government shutdown.
Congress Passes Resolution to Avoid a Shutdown
A short term funding resolution has been passed by Congress to keep the government funded through May 5.
House Bill Would Guarantee Pay During a Shutdown
Legislation introduced in the House would guarantee federal employees’ pay in the event of a government shutdown.
OMB Posts Agency Shutdown Contingency Plans
The Office of Management and Budget has published a list of contingency plans for federal agencies in the event of a government shutdown later this week.
Federal Employee Pay and a Government Closure
The government may shut down April 29th. A bill to ensure federal employees are paid has not been approved. Congress will only have a few days to approve funding after convening in late April.
Legislation Would Protect Federal Employees’ Pay During a Shutdown
One Senator wants to make sure federal employees get their full paychecks if the government shuts down later this month.
