House Votes to Extend Pay Freeze in Government Funding Bill
The House of Representatives has passed legislation that would extend the pay freeze on the federal workforce through 2013.
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Average Federal Salary Goes Up Despite Pay Freeze
Despite the pay freeze, the average federal employee salary is still going up but not as much as it has increased in past years.
End of the Federal Pay Freeze Announced
A new executive order announces the end of the federal pay freeze. The new pay rates will not take effect until after March 27, 2013.
Corker’s Fiscal Cliff Plan Would Extend Pay Freeze, Raise Pension Contributions
Senator Bob Corker (R-TN) has announced a plan he is putting forward to avoid going over the “fiscal cliff.” The plan includes a number of reforms that, if enacted, would directly impact the federal workforce.
House Passes Pay Freeze Extension – How Did Reps Vote?
The House voted late Wednesday to extend the pay freeze on federal employees and members of Congress for one year. How did each individual Representative vote?
Magic 8 Ball 2012: Should I Retire This Year?
What can federal employees expect in 2012? While no one can know for sure, the author offers some considerations you can take into account to help you be prepared for whatever the future brings.
House Bill Would Extend Pay Freeze, Increase Retirement Contributions
Republicans in the House have introduced legislation that would extend the pay freeze on federal employees as well as increase employee retirement contributions under both CSRS and FERS.
Federal Employees’ Pay Freeze Could Be Extended to Cover Payroll Tax Cut
The Senate is currently debating a possible payroll tax cut extension, and one plan being discussed includes an additional three year pay freeze on the federal workforce.
Federal Employee Pay Freeze and Extra Time Off for Christmas
Will federal employees get extra time off (with pay) during the holiday season? With a multi-year pay freeze in effect, some agencies may use their authority to grant more time off.
House Oversight Committee Recommends Extending Pay Freeze for 3 More Years
At the end of last week, House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) sent a letter to the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (the “super committee”) recommending that it adopt some specific cuts to the federal workforce.
