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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.

Legislation Would Require Naming All ‘Nonessential’ Federal Employees in a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 27, 2018 7:25 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

New legislation would require all federal employees deemed “nonessential” to be named in the event of a government shutdown.

OPM Addresses Pay for Federal Employees Affected by the Last Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 16, 2018 12:51 PM | Updated: Feb 24, 2018 4:38 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Office of Personnel Management has issued guidance for handling pay for federal employees impacted by the brief shutdown in early February.

Congress Passes Bill in Vote to End Brief Overnight Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 9, 2018 8:12 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A brief government shutdown ensued overnight, but quickly came to an end after Congress reached an agreement early this morning.

Legislation Introduced to Guarantee Back Pay to Federal Employees in Event of a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 8, 2018 9:47 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

With the possibility of yet another partial government shutdown looming, legislation has again been introduced to ensure federal employees would be paid for any lost time.

Should Feds Worry About Another Shutdown?

By Jeff NealFeb 4, 2018 3:20 PM | Updated: Feb 10, 2018 8:28 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

As Congress races towards another funding deadline, the author addresses the potential risks to federal employees.

OPM Explains How Your Pay Will Be Handled After the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 25, 2018 11:19 AM | Updated: Jan 11, 2019 7:51 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has issued a memo detailing how pay will be handled for federal employees directly impacted by the government shutdown.

Shutdown Pay for Lawmakers vs. Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 22, 2018 8:02 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The pay of federal employees and elected Congressional representatives is treated differently. Here is why.

Shutdown: It Ain’t Over When its Over

By Jeff NealJan 22, 2018 4:04 PM | Updated: Jun 30, 2019 11:51 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The partial government shutdown appears it will be short lived, but the author says it is likely to have some long-term, lasting effects.

The Shutdown is Over

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 22, 2018 1:31 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Congress passed a stopgap spending bill Monday afternoon bringing the partial government shutdown to an end after three days.

Shutdown Discounts Available to DC Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 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.

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