Alternative Ways to Determine Future COLAs
Alternative ways have at times been considered for computing benefits payments to federal retirees. The author describes some of the options.
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NARFE Response to ‘NARFE Embroiled in Political Controversy’
NARFE has issued a statement in response to an article written by FedSmith.com author Michael Wald about a proposal to allow its National President to seek a third term.
NARFE Embroiled In Political Controversy
NARFE is facing a backlash from members for suggesting that its current National President be allowed to seek a third term.
What Can Federal Employees Do to Prevent Proposed Cuts to Their Retirement Benefits?
I’m worried about recent proposed cuts to federal retirement benefits. Is there anything federal employees can do to prevent this from happening?
Dueling Statistics on Federal Employee Pay
A House committee held a hearing on federal employee compensation. Interest groups are out in force. Here is a summary of competing arguments.
How Can You Monitor Legislation That Affects Your Federal Career?
What’s the best way to keep up with legislation that can impact your pay and benefits? The author provides a suggestion.
Congress Considering Change in Calculating Retiree Benefit Increases
Recently introduced legislation would change the COLA used in computing federal employee retirement benefits.
Legislation Reintroduced to Give Federal Employees 6 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Legislation has been reintroduced in the new Congress to give federal employees six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
Legislation Introduced to Reform Postal Employees’ Benefits
Legislation has been introduced in the House that would make a number of reforms to the Postal Service including changes to current and retired Postal employees’ benefits.
NARFE Says Bill Targeting Tax Delinquent Federal Employees Addresses a ‘Problem That Doesn’t Exist’
NARFE sent a letter to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform this week in opposition to legislation that would prohibit tax delinquent federal employees from being employed by the federal government.
