Retirement
How Another Proposed Bill Would Impact Your Retirement
Recently introduced legislation would make changes that could impact your retirement savings.
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.
Human Resources
Legislation Introduced to Nullify Schedule F Executive Order
Legislation has been introduced to nullify President Trump's recent Executive Order that would make it easier to hire and fire some federal employees.
Retirement
Lawmakers Push for 3% COLA in 2021
Legislation has been introduced to provide a higher COLA to retirees in 2021.
Human Resources
The MSPB Empowerment Act of 2020 and the Possible Effects on Federal Employees Waiting on Appeals
Recently introduced legislation has some provisions that could benefit federal employee whistleblowers.
Pay & Benefits
Legislation Would Make Payroll Tax Deferral Optional for Federal Employees
Legislation has been introduced to make the payroll tax deferral optional for federal employees.
Human Resources
The MSPB Empowerment Act of 2020 and the Possible Effects on Federal Employees Bringing Appeals
Legislation introduced in the House would reauthorize the MSPB's board, but would it help with the case backlog?
Pay & Benefits
Will These Federal Employees Get a Pension?
A bill would provide federal retirement benefits to former employees of Air America, a covert organization operating during the Cold War, Korean War, and Vietnam War.
Agency News
Postal Service Becomes Pawn in New Political Battle
What to do about funding the ailing Postal Service has become fodder for a political fight between Democrats and Republicans.
Human Resources
Senators Introduce a Second Bill in Push to Expand Telework
Three Senators are making a second legislative push to expand telework for federal employees during the coronavirus pandemic.
Federal Workforce News
Legislation Would Ban Federal Employees from Using WeChat
Legislation has been introduced to ban federal employees from using a popular app owned by a Chinese company.