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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.

Bill Would Provide Hazard Pay to Frontline Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2020 10:48 AM | Updated: May 15, 2020 9:45 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would provide hazard pay to federal employees at greater risk of exposure to the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Senate Dems Propose Premium Pay for Frontline Federal Workers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 7, 2020 3:01 PM | Updated: May 5, 2020 9:39 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Senate Democrats proposed establishing a fund to provide premium pay for federal employees working on the frontlines of the coronavirus.

House Democrats Unveil Coronavirus Stimulus Bill With Provisions for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 24, 2020 10:30 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

House Democrats have unveiled a coronavirus stimulus bill with a number of important provisions for federal employees.

Bill Would Maximize Telework for Federal Employees During Coronavirus Pandemic

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 22, 2020 10:02 AM | Updated: Apr 3, 2020 10:54 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A Senate bill would direct federal agencies to maximize telework for federal employees during the coronavirus pandemic.

WEP Repeal Legislation Introduced in the Senate

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 12, 2020 1:17 PM | Updated: Mar 22, 2020 9:56 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A companion bill to previously introduced legislation that would repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision has been introduced in the Senate.

House Bill Would Extend Paid Parental Leave Benefit to More Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 5, 2020 7:30 AM | Updated: Mar 18, 2020 3:05 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A recently introduced bill would extend the new paid parental leave benefit to more federal employees who are excluded under the new law.

Where Should Federal Agencies Be Buying Flowers?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 4, 2020 1:49 PM | Updated: Apr 14, 2021 2:45 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Where should federal agencies be buying their flowers? It’s an issue that has generated more interest in Congress than you might think.

Bill Would Give All VA Employees New Paid Parental Leave Benefit

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 3, 2020 7:10 AM | Updated: Mar 14, 2020 3:03 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced that would formally ensure that all VA employees would be covered by the new paid parental leave benefit.

House Bill Would Expand Paid Parental Leave to All Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 13, 2020 3:34 PM | Updated: Mar 1, 2020 2:24 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A House bill would expand paid parental leave to cover some federal employees who were excluded by the new law.

House Passes USPS Fairness Act

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 6, 2020 10:44 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation that would eliminate the Postal Service’s retirement pre-funding mandate has taken another step forward in the legislative process.

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Daily TSP Performance

April 28, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8585 +0.01% +1.38%
F Fund $20.9730 -0.12% +0.44%
C Fund $114.6232 -0.49% +4.67%
S Fund $107.6536 -1.08% +7.22%
I Fund $60.9283 -0.60% +9.80%
L Income $30.0904 -0.17% +2.90%
L 2030 $60.6350 -0.34% +4.37%
L 2035 $18.5574 -0.40% +4.97%
L 2040 $71.3603 -0.44% +5.27%
L 2045 $19.7945 -0.47% +5.54%
L 2050 $43.9628 -0.50% +5.80%
L 2055 $22.8818 -0.60% +6.78%
L 2060 $22.8790 -0.60% +6.78%
L 2065 $22.8762 -0.60% +6.78%
L 2070 $13.5583 -0.60% +6.78%
L 2075 $11.8432 -0.60% +6.78%
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