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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.

Legislation Would Provide Enhanced Retirement Benefits for Nearly 30k Law Enforcement Officers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 22, 2017 12:47 PM | Updated: Feb 27, 2017 7:20 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would provide enhanced retirement benefits for certain federal law enforcement officers.

Legislation Would Abolish the IRS

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 19, 2017 9:39 AM | Updated: Feb 21, 2017 10:55 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

In the midst of an increasing number of proposals to eliminate or cut various federal agencies, one bill that has perhaps gone largely unnoticed would do away with the IRS.

Legislation Aims to Stop Political ‘Burrowing’

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 17, 2017 9:30 AM | Updated: Feb 21, 2017 10:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A recently introduced House bill aims to end the practice of “burrowing” by political appointees into senior-level civil service positions.

Legislation Introduced to Exempt Veterans From Hiring Freeze

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 16, 2017 10:58 AM | Updated: Feb 21, 2017 10:54 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in the House which would exempt veterans from the federal hiring freeze.

Legislation Introduced to Abolish the CFPB

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 15, 2017 4:03 PM | Updated: Feb 21, 2017 10:54 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in Congress to eliminate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

Legislation Reintroduced to Give Federal Employees 6 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 13, 2017 8:06 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Legislation has been reintroduced in the new Congress to give federal employees six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child.

Legislation Would Require Agencies to Return Unappropriated Funds to Treasury

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 9, 2017 12:21 PM | Updated: Feb 13, 2017 10:46 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in Congress to require federal agencies to return all fines, fees, penalties, and other unappropriated funds that they collect to the Treasury.

First Agency Up for Elimination: Election Assistance Commission

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 7, 2017 5:47 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is targeted for elimination in a new House bill.

Removal of Federal Employees for Misconduct or Performance

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 6, 2017 2:14 PM | Updated: Feb 10, 2017 10:27 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Merit Act of 2017 would make it much easier to fire a federal employee. Here are the details of this recently introduced legislation and what it would mean for the federal workforce.

Legislation Introduced to Abolish the EPA

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 3, 2017 3:41 PM | Updated: Feb 7, 2017 9:35 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Legislation has been introduced in the House to abolish the Environmental Protection Agency.

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April 16, 2026

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C Fund $113.0459 +0.26% +3.23%
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