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Government Shutdown

A Financial ‘Wake Up Call’ for Federal Workers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 3, 2013 11:03 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 2:33 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The recent government shutdown has left many federal employees feeling scared, stressed and wondering how they will pay their bills. One financial advisor has some advice that he hopes can help.

Shutdown Begins: What About Your Pay?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 1, 2013 9:43 AM | Updated: Jan 11, 2019 7:56 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Will federal employees who are furloughed during the shutdown be paid for the time away from work?

Legislation Introduced to Ensure Retroactive Pay for Shutdown Furloughs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 1, 2013 1:57 AM | Updated: Jan 11, 2019 7:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced that would guarantee retroactive pay for federal employees who are furloughed as a result of the government shutdown.

Government Shutdown Begins

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 1, 2013 12:03 AM | Updated: Oct 29, 2023 12:09 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The federal government has officially shut down after a budget stalemate in Congress. What will this mean for the federal workforce?

Federal Employees Reminded to Remain Mindful of Ethics in Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 30, 2013 3:44 PM | Updated: Jul 5, 2019 6:28 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A note from the Office of Government Ethics reminds federal employees that even if they are furloughed, they must continue to comply with all ethics laws and regulations.

Government Shutdown: Are Federal Workers at Risk?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 19, 2013 11:35 PM | Updated: Jan 25, 2021 11:22 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The looming possibility of a government shutdown is getting more and more media attention as the end of the month approaches. But just how likely is a shutdown to affect the federal workforce?

How Will Furloughs Affect Your Retirement?

By Robert F. BensonAug 13, 2013 7:57 PM | Updated: Oct 17, 2016 12:09 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Will the furloughs have an impact on your federal retirement annuity?

Administrative Guidance on Furloughs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 21, 2013 9:14 AM | Updated: Jul 5, 2019 6:29 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

OPM offers some administrative guidance federal employees can use in the event of a furlough.

Bill Introduced to Protect Military Pay in Event of Government Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 31, 2013 9:07 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Two Senators have introduced legislation that would ensure that military members do not go without pay in the event a government shutdown occurs.

AFGE Lawsuit Says Federal Employees Can’t Be Forced to Work During Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 8, 2011 3:45 PM | Updated: Jan 11, 2019 8:02 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

AFGE filed a lawsuit today against the government which claims that requiring federal employees to work during a shutdown without pay is a violation of the Constitution.

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