Federal Workforce News
Bill Introduced to Protect Military Pay in Event of Government Shutdown
Two Senators have introduced legislation that would ensure that military members do not go without pay in the event a government shutdown occurs.
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.
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DC Statehood Bills Introduced
Legislation has been introduced in both the House and Senate that would allow Washington, DC full statehood.
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House Passes No Budget, No Pay Act
The House passed a short-term debt ceiling fix that would extend the country's borrowing authority until May, while compelling Congress to pass a budget or have their pay…
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Legislation Introduced to Repeal Individual Insurance Mandate
Legislation has been introduced in the Senate that would strike provisions in ObamaCare requiring individuals to purchase health insurance.
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Federal Employee Groups Lobby Against Pay Freeze Vote
Groups representing federal employees have been speaking out on the House's scheduled vote on a bill that would continue the pay freeze for the federal workforce.
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Chaffetz Reintroduces Legislation to Fire Tax Delinquent Federal Workers
Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-UT) is reintroducing legislation in the new Congress to fire tax delinquent federal workers as well as prevent future hiring of new federal employees who…
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Bill Introduced to Freeze Pay for Federal Employees
Congressman Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has introduced a bill that would freeze pay for federal employees and extend a freeze on pay for Members of Congress.
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Legislation Would Require Agencies to Justify Budget Requests
Congressman Dennis Ross (R-FL) has introduced legislation which would require agency and department managers to justify and approve every line item on their budget each year.
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Federal Employees Won’t Be Affected by Hurricane Sandy Relief Package
The House has passed a $50.7 billion Hurricane Sandy relief bill, but it won't come with any negative impact to the federal workforce.
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Hurricane Sandy Amendments Could Impact Federal Workers
Two proposed amendments to the Hurricane Sandy relief bill would impact the federal workforce if adopted.