Trying Again to Boost COLAs for Some Federal Retirees
Legislation that would increase the COLA for federal retirees in some instances has once again been introduced.
Proposed Legislation
Senate Passes Amendment Scrutinizing Telework
The Senate has approved an amendment that would require reporting on how many federal employees use telework to get higher locality pay.
Legislation Would Expand Retirement Options for Some Federal Employees
Legislation has been reintroduced to allow a buyback for time working as a temporary employee to count toward federal retirement payments.
Federal Employee Pensions and Child Molesters
Are federal employee pensions subject to revocation if the employee is a convicted child molester? Usually not. A bill in Congress seeks to change this system.
Would a Calendar Change Help Prevent Government Shutdowns?
One Senator believes that switching the start date of the government’s fiscal year will help prevent government shutdowns.
Bill Proposed to End Government Shutdowns
Legislation has been introduced to eliminate government shutdowns.
Federal Employees and Union Dues Withholding: The Controversy Continues
A bill in Congress would prohibit agencies from assuming the role of dues withholding for unions. Here is an update on how the FLRA has addressed this issue.
Pay Cap, Pay Compression, and Potential for Change
The pay cap impacts a growing number of federal employees every year. A new bill would eliminate it.
Legislation Would Allow Marijuana Users Access to Federal Employment
A new bill would prevent current or past marijuana use from disqualifying individuals from working for the federal government.
Bill Would Allow Suing Federal Employees Who Restrict Free Speech
Legislation has been introduced to allow federal employees to be sued for violating Americans’ free speech rights.
