OPM is proposing changes to RIF rules favoring performance over seniority, aiming to reshape the federal workforce. How will this impact federal employees?
RIF appeal rights to the MSPB are not statutory—they exist only because of OPM regulation. A new proposed rule would return RIF appeals to OPM.
The longest government shutdown in history, mass layoffs, and unprecedented Christmas holidays are among the most memorable events for federal employees in 2025.
Recently introduced legislation would prohibit RIFs during a government shutdown.
Facing an unexpected federal job loss? Protect your retirement benefits with smart planning and TSP strategies.
Legislative efforts in the Senate to pay federal employees during the shutdown appear to be gaining traction.
Worried about a shutdown or RIF? These are practical steps for federal employees to help safeguard your finances, benefits, and your career.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to lay off federal employees during the government shutdown.
The Trump administration has begun the process of laying off federal employees amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Hundreds of thousands of federal employees face furloughs daily amid the shutdown, with potential RIFs as agencies adjust to funding lapses and budget priorities.
