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Federal Pay – Primum Non Nocere

By Jeff NealSep 13, 2018 12:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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When it comes to considering a pay raise for federal employees next year, the author says that he believes the best approach is to “first, do no harm.”

Growing Bipartisan Opposition to the Proposed Pay Freeze

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 13, 2018 9:07 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A growing number of lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle are urging President Trump to reconsider the proposed 2019 pay freeze.

Lawmakers Express Opposition to the Pay Freeze

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 11, 2018 12:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Several lawmakers have expressed their opposition to the proposed 2019 pay freeze and are working to implement a pay raise instead.

Trump to ‘Study’ Federal Workers’ Pay Over Labor Day Weekend

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 31, 2018 8:07 PM | Updated: Jul 6, 2019 10:06 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

President Trump said in a speech today that he will “study” the issue of pay for federal workers over the weekend. What exactly does this mean?

White House: No Pay Raise for Federal Employees in 2019

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 30, 2018 2:47 PM | Updated: Sep 9, 2018 8:27 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The White House wants to move forward with its proposed pay freeze for federal employees in 2019.

DOL Pay Freeze Dropped from Senate Spending Bill

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 27, 2018 8:21 AM | Updated: Sep 4, 2018 11:27 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A proposal to freeze pay for Labor Department employees was left out of a recently passed spending bill.

Senator Proposes Pay Freeze for DOL Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 20, 2018 11:33 AM | Updated: Jun 30, 2019 5:12 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

One Senator recently proposed a freeze on pay raises for federal employees at the Labor Department.

Senate Approves 1.9% Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 1, 2018 3:51 PM | Updated: Aug 12, 2018 9:13 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The Senate has passed a spending bill which puts federal employees one step closer to getting a pay raise (rather than a pay freeze) in 2019.

Will Federal Employees Get a 1.9% Pay Raise in 2019?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 19, 2018 2:45 PM | Updated: Jun 29, 2018 10:11 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A pay freeze was proposed for 2019. Could federal employees still see a raise next year?

President’s Management Agenda Reiterates Pay Freeze, Benefits Cuts

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 3, 2018 4:22 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The President’s Management Agenda reiterated proposals to cut federal employees’ benefits and freeze pay as part of a broader plan.

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