Presidential Rank Awards Making a Comeback
After being cancelled last year due to COVID-19, the Presidential Rank Awards are returning in 2021.
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Marijuana and Federal Employees
Federal law on marijuana use has not changed. New guidance from OPM advises a new interpretation.
Biden Nominates New OPM Director
President Biden on Tuesday announced Kiran Ahuja as his nomination to lead the Office of Personnel Management.
Government Closed on Thursday in DC Area
Federal offices in the Washington, DC area will be closed on February 18th.
$163 Million+ Supporting Federal Employee Unions in FY 2019
The total cost to the federal government supporting federal employee unions was more than $163 million in fiscal year 2019.
OPM Disability Retirement Under FERS: The “Process” and 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
The author says that the “process” of applying for Federal Disability Retirement largely requires convincing convincing OPM your case is valid.
Retirement Backlog Surges by 37% in January
OPM’s retirement backlog hit a new high to close out January.
DC Area Federal Employees Encouraged to Telework Starting Today
OPM is encouraging federal employees in the Washington, DC area to telework or use leave in anticipation of Inauguration Day activities.
When Can I Expect to Start Receiving My Pension?
Federal employees could find themselves with a temporary income gap right after they retire. The author says it’s wise to plan ahead.
Higher Annual Leave Carryover Now in Effect
Certain federal employees are now eligible to carry over greater amounts of annual leave from last year.
