Pay & Benefits
Senators Want You to Fly Coach When You Travel
Recently introduced legislation would ban federal employees from flying first or business class on official travel.
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
“LOVE Act” and the State Department
Recently introduced legislation would require the State Department to take actions for firing employees decades ago based on sexual orientation.
Human Resources
Addressing the ‘Crisis’ at the MSPB
A new bill would allow the MSPB to take action on certain matters even without a quorum.
Retirement
Should Sex Offenders Be Allowed to Get Federal Pensions?
Legislation has been introduced to prevent individuals convicted of pedophilia from receiving a federal pension.
Agency News
Another Attempt to Let USPS Ship Alcohol
One Congresswoman is devoted in her efforts to allow the Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages. How likely is this to happen?
Pay & Benefits
Legislation Introduced to End USPS Pre-Funding Mandate
Legislation has been introduced to do away with the USPS pre-funding requirement for retiree benefits in an effort to turn around the agency's ailing finances.
Human Resources
Legislation Reintroduced to Restore ALJs to Competitive Service
Another attempt is being made in Congress to restore Administrative Law Judges to the competitive service.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Guarantee Time and a Half Pay for Border Patrol Agents
Legislation has been introduced that would give time and a half pay for certain hours of overtime to Border Patrol agents.
Pay & Benefits
Companion Bill Introduced to Provide Tax Break for Some Federal Employees
A second bill has been introduced to provide a tax break to some federal employees who are reimbursed by the government for their relocation costs.
Pay & Benefits
Shutdown Causes Federal Employee’s Mortgage Application to Be Denied Which Leads to New Bill
Legislation has been introduced to encourage banks to work with federal employees impacted by government shutdowns.