Court Cases
Court Strikes Down Labor Relations Portion of New DHS System
The Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit has decided that the labor relations portion of the new human resources system for DHS is not consistent with Congressional…
OPM
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Pay & Benefits
Fed Names and Info Available on the Internet…For A Small Fee
Personal information about most federal employees is available for a fee on the internet. OPM has recently withheld information on a number of federal employees. A new lawsuit…
Court Cases
Winning A Back Pay Award But Losing That Federal Annuity Payment
An employee who won over $73,000 in back pay and reinstatement to his job, was advised by OPM he had to repay the annuity amount he had already…
Human Resources
Want Flexibilities? OPM Issuing Regs To Enhance Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention
OPM is issuing new regulations designed to significantly enhance the federal government’s recruitment, relocation and retention payment authorities.
Human Resources
Use Of Flexibilities Dependent on Good Leadership
A recent hearing was held to discuss use of flexibilities in the federal government.
Human Resources
Liberal Leave Approved For Feds To Observe Pope Services
Liberal leave has been granted to federal workers who wish to observe services for the Pope.
Human Resources
OPM Revises Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference
OPM announces plans to make veterans' preference available to more veterans
Human Resources
Agency Heads Given Discretion To Grant Excused Absences During Pre-Inauguration Ceremonies
OPM issued guidance to heads of federal agencies and departments urging them to encourage their employees to telework or take annual leave to alleviate congestion for Inauguration Day.
Pay & Benefits
Some Feds To Get More Holiday Pay Than Others
There are two holidays coming up in one pay period. That will create numerous questions on how to handle pay for some federal employees. Here's what OPM has…