Federal Workforce News
Bill Would Ban Smoking in Nation’s Federal Buildings
Rep. Susan Davis (D-CA) has introduced legislation that would ban smoking in federal buildings across the nation.
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
Proposed Legislation Would Allow USPS to Offer Buyouts to Reduce Its Workforce
A bipartisan group of Senators has introduced legislation designed to save the Postal Service from its dire financial state.
Human Resources
Legislation Introduced to Strengthen Whistleblower Protections
Congressman Darrell Issa (R-CA) has introduced legislation designed to strengthen provisions of the Whistleblower Protection Act for federal employees who expose abuse, mismanagement, or criminal activity in federal…
Federal Workforce News
Feeling Under-Taxed? Send Uncle Sam Some Extra Cash
Senator John Thune (R-SD) has introduced legislation that would create an option for individuals who believe they are under-taxed to voluntarily send extra money to the U.S. Treasury.
Retirement
Proposed Legislation Aims to Help Preserve Investment Income
Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Representative Peter Roskam (R-IL) have proposed legislation to permanently cap the dividends and capital gains tax rate at the current 15% level.
Federal Workforce News
McCain Bill Would Require Parity Between Postal and Federal Workers’ Insurance Premiums
Senator John McCain (R-AZ) has introduced legislation to restore the financial health of the Postal Service.
Federal Workforce News
Johnson and Mulvaney Introduce Legislation to Cut Federal Workforce by 10%
Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Rep. Mick Mulvaney (R-SC) have introduced legislation aimed at cutting the federal workforce through attrition.
Federal Workforce News
Proposed Legislation Would Refund $6.9 Billion Postal Service Has Overpaid Into FERS
Reps. Elijah E. Cummings and Stephen Lynch have introduced legislation to address the Postal Service's dismal financial situation by making numerous changes in an attempt to restore it…
Federal Workforce News
Rep. Schweikert Introduces Legislation to Phase Out $1 Bill
Legislation has been introduced that claims it would reduce the deficit by billions by phasing out the $1 bill.
Federal Workforce News
McCotter Legislation Would Introduce Private Investment Plan to Save Social Security
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (R-MI) plans to introduce legislation designed to save the Social Security retirement and disability trust funds from insolvency.