Federal Workforce News
Another Bill Would Ban Federal Employees from Using TikTok
A second bill has been introduced in Congress to ban federal employees from using TikTok on government issued devices.
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.
Federal Workforce News
Provisions for Federal Employees in the New $3 Trillion Coronavirus Bill
House lawmakers have proposed a massive new spending bill for the coronavirus that contains some provisions relevant to federal employees.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers Want Retroactive Application of Upcoming Paid Parental Leave Benefit
A small group of lawmakers want the new paid parental leave policy to be made retroactive to apply to more federal employees.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Provide Hazard Pay to Frontline Federal Employees
Recently introduced legislation would provide hazard pay to federal employees at greater risk of exposure to the coronavirus.
Pay & Benefits
Coronavirus: Senate Dems Propose Premium Pay for Frontline Federal Workers
Senate Democrats proposed establishing a fund to provide premium pay for federal employees working on the frontlines of the coronavirus.
Human Resources
House Democrats Unveil Coronavirus Stimulus Bill With Provisions for Federal Employees
House Democrats have unveiled a coronavirus stimulus bill with a number of important provisions for federal employees.
Human Resources
Bill Would Maximize Telework for Federal Employees During Coronavirus Pandemic
A Senate bill would direct federal agencies to maximize telework for federal employees during the coronavirus pandemic.
Retirement
WEP Repeal Legislation Introduced in the Senate
A companion bill to previously introduced legislation that would repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision has been introduced in the Senate.
Pay & Benefits
House Bill Would Extend Paid Parental Leave Benefit to More Federal Employees
A recently introduced bill would extend the new paid parental leave benefit to more federal employees who are excluded under the new law.
Agency News
Where Should Federal Agencies Be Buying Flowers?
Where should federal agencies be buying their flowers? It's an issue that has generated more interest in Congress than you might think.