Federal Workforce News
Bill Would Terminate Federal Employees Who Knowingly Misspend Federal Funds
Legislation has been introduced to terminate federal employees who "knowingly and willfully misspend federal funds."
Proposed Legislation
Stay informed on proposed federal legislation that could impact federal employees and retirees. Explore updates on newly introduced Congressional bills, workforce policy proposals, retirement and benefits legislation, pay and leave reforms, and agency‑specific measures under consideration in Congress. Find clear summaries, analysis, and tracking of bills that may affect FERS, CSRS, FEHB, TSP, pay raises, labor relations, and other key aspects of federal employment. Keep up with the latest developments as lawmakers debate changes that shape the federal workforce.
Agency News
Another Attempt Being Made to End USPS Pre-Funding Mandate
Another effort is being made in Congress to end the pre-funding mandate for USPS retiree health benefits.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Give Federal Employees 12 Weeks of Paid Leave
Recently introduced legislation would give federal employees 12 weeks of paid leave to use in certain situations.
Retirement
Legislation Reintroduced to Boost COLAs for Some Retired Feds
One Congressman is making another attempt to ensure CSRS and FERS federal retirees get the same COLAs.
Retirement
Legislation Aims to Eliminate WEP and GPO
Legislation has been reintroduced to eliminate the WEP and GPO.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers Want a 3.2% Pay Raise for Federal Employees in 2022
Two lawmakers are calling for a 3.2% pay raise for federal employees in 2022.
Human Resources
Legislation Reintroduced to Nullify Schedule F Executive Order
Legislation has been reintroduced in the new Congress to stop federal employees from being reclassified under Schedule F.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Let Federal Employees Fight Climate Change with Their TSP Accounts
Legislation has been introduced that would give federal employees the option of avoiding the fossil fuel industry with their TSP investments.
Human Resources
Senate Legislation Introduced to Nullify Schedule F Executive Order
Legislation has been introduced in the Senate to rescind the Schedule F Executive Order.
Human Resources
Schedule F Must Have a Stake Driven Through its Heart
The author opposes recent efforts to create a new class of federal employees and says that more must be done to ensure it cannot be attempted again in…