Judge Refuses to Force Government to Pay Federal Employees Working During Shutdown
A federal judge refused to issue an order to force the government to pay federal employees who currently are required to work during the shutdown.
Government Shutdown
Bill Introduced to Formally Block Automatic Pay Raises for Senior Officials
Legislation has been introduced to formalize the continuation of a pay freeze on the vice president and other senior officials during the shutdown.
Will FEHB Coverage Continue During a Shutdown?
Does FEHB coverage ever cease under a partial government shutdown?
Bill Would Let Federal Employees Tap Their TSP Funds During Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would allow excepted federal employees to withdraw from the TSP with no penalties to have money during shutdowns.
A Lack of Financial Planning Leads to Unpleasant Consequences
The author says the partial government shutdown is a reminder for federal employees to always be prepared with emergency savings to get through tough times.
TSA Officers Get $500 Bonuses Amid Shutdown
The TSA administrator announced he is paying a bonus to officers to help alleviate some of the financial hardship of the shutdown.
Legislation Introduced to Permanently End Government Shutdowns
Legislation has been reintroduced that aims to put an end to government shutdowns for good.
Bill Introduced to Pay Essential Federal Workers During Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would ensure that essential federal employees continue to get their regular paychecks during the current shutdown.
OPM Provides Fact Sheet on Pay and Benefits During the Shutdown
OPM has released a fact sheet with information on what happens to your pay and benefits during the ongoing shutdown.
Legislation Introduced to Provide Back Pay to Low-Wage Contract Workers
Legislation has been introduced to guarantee back pay to low-wage federal contract workers impacted by the shutdown.
