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Government Shutdown

Bill Would Give Federal Employees Back Pay Plus Interest

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 30, 2019 1:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Legislation has recently been introduced to pay federal employees back pay plus interest for the recent shutdown.

An Open Letter to Federal Workers

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealJanuary 30, 2019 11:26 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal employees likely have a lot on their minds after the shutdown. The author offers both his thanks and some career advice to consider.

Most Federal Employees Will Have Back Pay by End of January

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: February 2, 2019 7:23 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Most federal employees should have their full back pay by the end of the month according to OPM.

The Shut-Storm’s Silver Lining

FedSmith.com author Robbie KunreutherBy Robbie KunreutherJanuary 29, 2019 2:03 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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The author says that the recent partial government shutdown may have a positive unintended consequence for federal employees.

Shutdown Highlights the Importance of Establishing an Emergency Fund

FedSmith.com author Lyn AldenBy Lyn AldenJanuary 28, 2019 2:56 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The author points out that the recent government shutdown highlights the important of having an emergency fund for times life happens and paychecks get missed.

The Shutdown and the Economy

FedSmith.com author Michael WaldBy Michael WaldUpdated: February 4, 2019 7:08 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The partial government shutdown took a toll on workers, but what effect did have on the national economy?

OPM Working to Get Federal Employees Paid Quickly

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 27, 2019 4:52 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has issued guidance to agencies to have employees paid quickly who were impacted by the shutdown. The guidance also answers common questions about leave and pay.

Meeting Your Income Needs During the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Greg KlinglerBy Greg KlinglerJanuary 26, 2019 6:33 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The shutdown has caused financial stress for federal employees who have had to go without paychecks. The author provides tips for financial protection both now and in the future.

Double Pay for Federal Employees Working During the Partial Shutdown Could Become Reality

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Updated: February 1, 2019 5:02 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Recent lawsuits mean some federal employees could be eligible for double pay because of the shutdown, but it could be a while before they see the money.

2019 Government Shutdown Officially Over, For Now

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 25, 2019 5:16 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Picture of the Capitol building in Washington, DC with yellow tape draped over it in various directions that reads 'shutdown' depicting a partial government shutdown

The shutdown is officially over, for now. When will federal employees get paid?

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