Bill Would Restrict TSP Investments and Voting Rights in Chinese Military Companies
A bill called the TSP Fiduciary Security Act would require TSP to restrict investments and voting rights to protect national security.
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TSP Investments in China: No TSP for the CCP?
Chinese investments through the TSP mutual fund window are creating political controversy and national security concerns.
Rubio Says OPM Sick Leave Policy for Medical Travel May Violate Hyde Amendment
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) says that OPM’s sick leave policy allowing federal employees to travel out of state for medical care may violate the Hyde amendment.
Four TSP Board Nominees Confirmed: Nominee for Controversial FRTIB Chair Not Approved
Four nominees have been confirmed for the FRTIB, the TSP’s governing board. Confirmation moved quickly after Senator Marco Rubio removed a hold on the nominations.
Hold On FRTIB Nominees Released After Commitment Letter On Chinese Investments
A hold placed on nominees to the FRTIB has been released by Senator Marco Rubio after a commitment was made not to invest in certain Chinese companies.
Senators Seek to Cancel TSP Mutual Fund Window
Six Senators want to stop implementation of the TSP mutual fund window over a national security threat they say it poses from investments in Chinese companies.
Possibility of TSP Investments in China Results in Hold on FRTIB Nominees
Concern over TSP investments in China have led to a hold in the Senate on voting to confirm nominees to the FRTIB.
Turning Social Security Into Welfare
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) shared his ideas on Social Security in a recent interview. The author says they would ultimately turn it into a welfare program.
Bipartisan Support for VA Accountability Bill
A bipartisan bill in the Senate would make changes including creating an expedited appeal process for VA employees and alter existing appeal procedures.
Legislation Reintroduced in Congress to Make It Easier to Fire VA Employees
Legislation has been reintroduced in Congress to make it easier to fire VA employees for misconduct or poor performance.
