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Government Shutdown

Short-Term Agreement Reached to Re-Open Government

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 25, 2019 2:39 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A short-term agreement will re-open the government until February 15th. Back pay will occur quickly for federal employees according to President Trump.

Unions, Tax Returns and the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: January 30, 2019 7:29 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The IRS is recalling additional employees back to work to process tax returns. The union agreement may provide a basis for not returning to work until the shutdown ends.

Grace Period for FEDVIP Coverage Extended

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 25, 2019 6:31 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Close up of a person's hands filling out a form labeled 'vision insurance' sitting at a desk with a computer keyboard in the background

The grace period for FEDVIP coverage has been extended by one pay period to help federal employees retain benefits during the ongoing shutdown.

OPM Encourages Use of Telework During the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 24, 2019 2:27 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM is reminding agencies to be as accommodating as possible to the needs of excepted employees working during the ongoing partial government shutdown.

The Shameful Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealJanuary 24, 2019 12:52 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The author provides several examples of why he says the longest government shutdown in history is shameful.

OPM Releases Highly Anticipated Leave Guidance for Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: January 29, 2019 10:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has released guidance on the use of leave for federal employees working during the shutdown per a new law that guarantees back pay to federal employees.

Average Federal Employee Pay and the Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 23, 2019 3:10 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

PayPal is offering an interest-free cash advance to federal employees of $500. The announcement is based on a false assumption about federal pay.

Another Bill Would Allow Access to TSP Funds During Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 23, 2019 1:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Another bill has been introduced to allow federal employees to access the TSP without penalty during the shutdown.

Legislation Would Provide Pay to Federal Employees Working in Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 23, 2019 10:47 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) has announced a bill to pay excepted federal employees as part of a plan he is proposing to reopen the government.

AWOL Warning from OPM

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 23, 2019 8:33 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has provided answers to some frequently asked questions regarding benefits and time off during the ongoing partial government shutdown.

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