More Lawmakers Target Congressional Pay as Retribution for Shutdowns
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.
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.
OMB Tells Agencies to Begin Executing Shutdown Plans
The Office of Management and Budget has instructed agencies to begin carrying out their shutdown contingency plans.
A Brief History of Government Shutdowns
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?
The TSP has provided important information for federal employees on what impact the government shutdown will have on their TSP accounts.
Government Shutdown Ensues
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
Legislation has been introduced in Senate to withhold pay for lawmakers in the event of a government shutdown.
You Won’t Be Able to Get HR Advice from OPM During a Shutdown
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
Legislation has been introduced to guarantee back pay to federal employees who get furloughed during a partial government shutdown.
Congress Avoids Another Shutdown, For Now
Congress has passed yet another temporary stopgap measure to avoid a partial government shutdown at the end of the week.
Legislation Introduced to Guarantee Pay for Federal Employees in the Event of a Shutdown
Legislation has been introduced that would guarantee pay for federal employees in the event of a partial government shutdown.
