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Furloughs, Deferred Resignation, Unions and Court Decisions: Will You Get Paid?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 6, 2025 7:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM has said furloughs may be coming. Does that mean federal employees get paid?

Most FedSmith Readers Do Not Plan to Take Buyout Offer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 5, 2025 2:23 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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The majority of respondents to our survey said they do not plan to accept the deferred resignation offer.

OPM Addresses Legality of Deferred Resignation Offer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 4, 2025 2:40 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM has issued guidance addressing the legality of the deferred resignation program for federal employees.

Does OPM’s New Guidance Put an End to Telework?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 3, 2025 6:08 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
laptop on a coffee table in front of a couch with the words 'work from home' displayed on the screen; a window with a city skyline is pictured in the background

OPM has issued guidance to federal agencies on the use of telework with a union contract in place.

More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 2, 2025 7:36 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM is providing more information on its deferred resignation offer to federal employees to resign and leave government service. This may influence the decisions by some.

Federal Employees Instructed to Remove Pronouns From Their Email Signatures

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 31, 2025 3:56 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Federal employees at multiple agencies are being instructed to remove pronouns from their email signatures per a recent OPM memo.

Do You Plan to Take the Deferred Resignation Offer?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 31, 2025 10:29 AM | Updated: Feb 5, 2025 2:25 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Do you plan to accept OPM’s deferred resignation offer?

Too Good to be True? Perhaps. OPM Adds Clarifying Information on Deferred Resignation to Counter Skeptical Feds

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 31, 2025 10:11 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Businesswoman carrying a box of her personal belongings out of an office with a form clearly labeled 'resignation' showing in the forefront of the box contents

Explanation of the OPM deferred resignation memo sparked questions, confusion and skepticism among federal employees. A revised version of the FAQ’s answers many questions.

Fork in the Road: A Comprehensive Guide to Deferred Resignation for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiJan 30, 2025 8:15 AM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:16 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Employee holding a box of items from his desk with an envelope labeled 'resignation' taped to the front of it

These are important considerations for federal employees wondering if they should take the deferred resignation offer from OPM.

What’s the Catch? Too Good to Be True? “Deferred Resignation”, Buyouts and Paid Administrative Leave

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 29, 2025 8:04 AM | Updated: Jan 30, 2025 8:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Close up of a businessman presenting a pen and a letter with the word 'resignation' at the top

Federal employees who feared working under President Trump may be shocked. Buyouts took on a completely different form with up to 8 months of pay. Here are the details.

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