Remembering Memorial Day: Federal Agency Continuing the Search for Missing American Service Members
On Memorial Day (May 26, 2025), we honor missing service members. Learn how a federal agency uncovers their stories and why it matters.
Holidays
Legislation Reintroduced to Make Workers’ Memorial Day a Federal Holiday
Federal employees could have another paid holiday for Workers’ Memorial Day if a new bill were to become law.
Legislation Would Give Federal Employees Another Holiday for Easter
Legislation has been introduced to make the Monday after Easter Sunday a federal holiday.
Will Federal Employees Get an Extra Holiday for Inauguration Day?
Inauguration Day in 2025 presents a unique scenario for federal employees in the Washington, DC area.
Day of Mourning Declared for Jimmy Carter; Federal Agencies Closed January 9
President Biden has issued an Executive Order closing federal agency offices and giving federal employees a holiday to honor former President Jimmy Carter.
Biden Gives Most Federal Employees an Extra Holiday with Christmas Eve Off of Work
President Biden has issued an Executive Order giving federal employees an extra holiday on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
Will There Be a Christmas Eve Holiday for Federal Employees in 2024?
Will there be a Christmas Eve holiday for Federal employees in 2024? The odds are not high but it has happened before.
Will St. Patrick’s Day Become a New Federal Holiday?
St. Patrick’s Day is a popular day in America but it seems unlikely that Congress will create a new holiday.
Washington’s Birthday or Presidents’ Day? Now One Holiday For All Presidents
Washington’s birthday is now Presidents’ day, a paid holiday for many including federal employees. Here is why George Washington is celebrated.
