Government Shutdown Approaches as Senate Democrats Block GOP Spending Bill
Partisan gridlock over topics like healthcare and security funding puts the U.S. on track for a partial government shutdown starting Oct. 1, 2025.
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.
Pay and Benefits for Federal Employees in a Government Shutdown
A possible government shutdown is looming. Here is how federal employees’ pay and benefits are handled during a partial shutdown.
How Pay and Benefits for Federal Employees Work in a Government Shutdown
How are federal employees’ pay and benefits handled in the event of a government shutdown?
How Pay and Benefits for Federal Employees Work During a Government Shutdown
How are federal employees’ pay and benefits handled in the event of a government shutdown?
How Should Federal Employees Prepare for a Government Shutdown?
These tips can help federal employees weather the financial disruptions caused by government shutdowns.
Federal Budget, Government Shutdown: Is 5.2% 2024 Federal Pay Raise at Risk?
Political wrangling over serious problems could lead to a government shutdown. The 2024 federal employee pay raise could emerge as an issue with spiraling debt limiting options.
Government Shutdowns Underscore Why Federal Employees Need Emergency Funds
A government shutdown can delay when federal employees get paid, but emergency funds can help them to be prepared.
Would a Calendar Change Help Prevent Government Shutdowns?
One Senator believes that switching the start date of the government’s fiscal year will help prevent government shutdowns.
TSP Will be Open During Government Shutdown and Latest TSP Returns
How will a government shutdown impact accessing your TSP account? Here is information on how to access your account and the latest TSP returns for this month.
Do Retired Federal Employees Get Annuity Payments During a Government Shutdown?
Will a government shutdown interrupt annuity payments for retired federal employees?
