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When Did July 4th Become a Paid Holiday for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJuly 4, 2021 4:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The 4th of July was not always a paid holiday for federal employees. Here is some of the history behind this federal holiday.

‘Twas the Shutdown Before Christmas

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 22, 2018 9:21 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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A partial government shutdown is now officially underway. Here are some important things to know regarding pay and agency closures.

Legislation Introduced to Guarantee Pay to Federal Employees in Case of a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 20, 2018 9:25 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in the House to guarantee back pay to federal employees who would be furloughed in the event of a shutdown.

OMB Issues Pay and Leave Guidance in Event of a Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: December 22, 2018 6:46 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

OMB has issued special instructions on pay and leave for agencies and employees who would be impacted by a partial government shutdown.

A Shutdown Could Cancel Some Federal Employees’ Vacation Plans

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 18, 2018 10:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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A partial government shutdown over Christmas could throw a wrench into some federal employees’ vacation plans.

How Pay and Retirement Benefits are Impacted by a Partial Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 16, 2018 10:49 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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How would a partial government shutdown impact the pay of current and retired federal employees?

OPM Addresses How Pay Will Work for Tomorrow’s Holiday

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 4, 2018 12:05 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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OPM has provided detailed guidance on pay and leave for the upcoming holiday honoring former President George H.W. Bush.

A Refresher on Holiday Pay

By Wayne ColemanUpdated: November 21, 2017 12:10 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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With the holiday season approaching, some federal employees may be wondering how this can affect their paychecks. Here is a quick refresher.

July 4th and Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 30, 2017 5:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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July 4th is when we celebrate Independence Day. Here is how we arrived at celebrating July 4th as a national holiday and how federal employees are paid.

What Happens if a Holiday Falls on My Day Off?

By Wayne ColemanNovember 2, 2016 5:31 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Q&A Leave a comment

If a holiday falls on a Monday and that’s my day off, does the holiday move to Tuesday or does my day off move to Tuesday?

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