Pay & Benefits
NARFE Calls FEHB Premiums Increase ‘Relatively Modest’
The average premiums under the FEHB are going up 6.2% in 2017. NARFE President Richard G. Thissen called the increase in enrollee costs “relatively modest.”
OPM
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Pay & Benefits
6.2% Average Health Insurance Increase for Federal Employees
The average rate increase for 2017 under the health insurance plan for federal employees (FEHB) will be 6.2% in 2017.
Pay & Benefits
What Happens to Your Pay in the Event of a Shutdown?
The possibility of a shutdown is again facing federal employees as the fiscal year draws to a close. What will happen to your pay if there is a…
Retirement
How to Fix OPM’s Backlog Problem
What lies at the core of OPM's retirement backlog? The author explains the most glaring problem he sees with the situation and what can be done to solve…
Pay & Benefits
OPM Releases Back Pay Calculator
OPM has released a back pay calculator to help federal agencies calculate back pay awards and interest payments owed to federal employees who have faced unwarranted personnel actions…
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers Ask OPM to Extend FLTCIP Enrollment Deadline
Three Congressmen sent a letter to OPM requesting that the enrollment deadline for the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) be extended so federal employees have more…
Retirement
Where Can I Find Good Information on Retirement?
Where can I find good information on federal retirement? This is a common question many federal employees have. The author provides some suggestions.
Human Resources
Which Agencies Have the Most Satisfied Employees?
How satisfied are you with your job as a federal employee, and how do you compare to others? New data from the Office of Personnel Management's 2016 Federal…
Human Resources
OPM Issues Guidance for Agencies and Employees on Zika Virus
The Office of Personnel Management has released a memo instructing federal agencies to "utilize all available human resources flexibilities" to help protect federal employees from the effects of…
Pay & Benefits
Can’t Make Your FEGLI Selections in Time? You May Have Options
Are you planning to take advantage of the FEGLI open season but can't make your selections before the deadline? You may still be able to participate according to…