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.
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.
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.
Shutdown Looming: Will Funding Be Approved by April 28th?
A government shutdown is looming but, despite the drama, an actual shutdown is unlikely.
Another Government Shutdown? It’s Being Discussed
Another government shutdown? Apparently it could happen if demands over funding the border wall aren’t met. What would a partial shutdown mean to your pay and benefits?
Court Awards Back Pay to Federal Employees Over 2013 Government Shutdown
The U.S. Court of Federal Claims has just handed down a payday bonanza for federal employees who signed up for the class action case demanding redress for lost pay during the 2013 government shutdown.
Government Shutdown Averted as Senate Dems Relent
An attempt by some Senate Democrats to block a continuing resolution will apparently not lead to a government shutdown.
What Happens to Your Pay in the Event of a Shutdown?
The possibility of a shutdown is again facing federal employees as the fiscal year draws to a close. What will happen to your pay if there is a partial government shutdown?
Efforts Underway to Guarantee Back Pay for Federal Employees in the Event of a Shutdown
Three Congressman are introducing legislation that would ensure that federal workers will be guaranteed backpay in the event of a government shutdown.
Everything You Need to Know About a Government Shutdown
What services are impacted by a government shutdown? How are federal employees affected? These are some of the questions addressed in this frequently asked questions guide recently released by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget in light of the possibility of a partial government shutdown.
