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OPM Retirement Claims Processing Finishes 2024 in Strong Position
The OPM retirement backlog was slashed in 2024 to levels not seen since 2016. Here is a detailed breakdown of the numbers.
Snow Closes Agency Offices in DC for Second Day in a Row
Snow has caused federal agency offices in the Washington, DC area to close for the second day in a row.
Snow Closes Agency Offices in DC Area on Monday
A winter storm warning has closed DC area agency offices on Monday.
OPM Retirement Backlog Falls to 8 Year Low
The OPM retirement backlog has been reduced to levels not seen since 2016 at the end of November.
OPM Extends 2024 PSHB Open Season
OPM has extended the enrollment period for the Postal Service Health Benefits Program.
Survivor Annuity Benefits Decision Could Impact Federal Employees With Similar Claims
A retired federal employee went to court over a survivor annuity computation based on his service time under both CSRS and FERS. See how the courts ruled.
Federal Long Term Care Insurance Still on Hold for New Applicants
OPM has extended the suspension on long term care insurance (FLTCIP) applications.
OPM Retirement Backlog Posts Small Increase in October
Despite a reversal in October, the OPM retirement backlog remains at one of its lowest levels in years.
OPM Instructs Agencies How to Implement its New Rule Blunting Schedule F
OPM has issued guidance to agencies so they can begin implementing a rule designed to make it harder to reinstate Schedule F.
