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Stay updated with the latest OPM updates, including new OPM guidance, federal workforce policies, hiring and staffing rules, telework and workplace regulations, and major actions affecting federal employees and agencies. Get the latest news on OPM regulations, HR policy changes, pay and benefits guidance, retirement‑related updates, and government‑wide initiatives shaping federal workforce management. Find clear summaries and analysis to help federal employees, HR professionals, and agency leaders understand how OPM decisions impact the federal workplace.

What Happens to Your Pay During a Shutdown?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 9, 2015 5:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The possibility of a shutdown is again facing federal employees at the end of the week. What will happen to your pay if there is a partial government shutdown?

Little Change to OPM’s Retirement Backlog in November

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 5, 2015 11:05 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

According to its latest retirement processing status report, the Office of Personnel Management made no headway on reducing the outstanding backlog of retirement applications.

Were You Impacted by the OPM Data Breaches? Here’s How to Find Out

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 2, 2015 8:12 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Are one of the current or former federal workers still wondering whether or not the data breaches at OPM exposed your personal information? Here is some good news: there is now a way you can find out.

Senator Picks Up Where Coburn Left Off on Reporting Government Waste

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 1, 2015 6:25 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A weight loss program for truck drivers, dead people at SSA, and unused solar panels at the VA – these are just some of the items that Senator James Lankford (R-OK) highlights in a new report on wasteful spending in federal agencies that follows a tradition begun by his predecessor, Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK).

Who is Eligible for Extra Leave Under the Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act of 2015?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 24, 2015 8:51 PM | Updated: Sep 13, 2016 6:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act of 2015 was signed into law on November 5. The Office of Personnel Management has released guidance detailing which federal employees will receive benefits from this new legislation and how it works.

OPM Processes Over 10k Retirement Applications in October

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 5, 2015 5:11 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The Office of Personnel Management processed over 10,000 retirement applications in October, however, there are still over 12,000 backlogged applications.

Comparing Self Plus One and Self Plus Family Annuitant Rules

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 21, 2015 1:22 PM | Updated: Sep 13, 2016 6:38 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are you considering enrolling in the new Self Plus One option under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program this open season? New guidance from the Office of Personnel Management outlines the differences in annuitant rules between the Self Plus One and Self Plus Family coverage options.

Retiring in 2015? Be Careful During Open Season

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 21, 2015 5:12 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Are you a federal employee covered under FEHB and planning to retire at the end of 2015? If so, this new memo from the Office of Personnel Management has some important information you will want to know about.

Government Hiring Disabled Individuals in Record Numbers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 14, 2015 2:04 PM | Updated: Sep 13, 2016 6:35 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A new report from the Office of Personnel Management shows that the federal government is well on its way to meet the president’s goal of hiring 100,000 disabled individuals within five years.

Your COLA Increase in 2016 Will Be: Zero

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 12, 2015 9:23 AM | Updated: Aug 25, 2016 7:37 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

It isn’t official yet, but there will not be a cost of living adjustment in 2016. Adjust your budget accordingly.

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