Ernst Wants Thorough Investigation of Telework
Senator Joni Ernst wants to know how many federal employees are using telework to get paid at a higher locality rate even though they work in a cheaper area.
Telework
Federal employees can stay up to date on news impacting telework in the federal government with articles in this section. Navigate the evolving landscape of remote work within the federal government, exploring topics such as telecommuting policies, trends, and legislation in Congress that can impact telework.
House Republicans Question Timing of Biden Administration’s Push to Slash Telework
A House Committee is skeptical about the timing of the White House’s announcement to reduce telework for federal employees.
OPM Explains Policy on Paying Teleworking Federal Employees Who Travel During Work
OPM has issued guidance explaining when federal employees can get paid for travel time during telework or remote work.
House Republicans Turn Up the Heat on Telework Investigations
A House Committee is not letting up on its scrutiny of elevated levels of post-pandemic telework.
Senators: Stop Telework or Scrap the Empty Office Space
Two Senators want federal employees to either return to working in their offices or get rid of the vacant office space.
VA to Cut Telework Starting This Fall
The VA said that federal employees at the agency will soon have to spend less time on telework and more days working in person.
Scrutiny of Federal Employees’ Telework Continues
A House Committee wants information on the level of telework at federal agencies and its impact on performance and service delivery.
Senate Bill Would Slash Telework Benefits for Federal Employees
Another bill has been introduced to cut telework benefits for federal employees.
OPM is Dropping its COVID-19 Operating Status Maximizing Telework
OPM is removing the COVID governmentwide operating status soon. Will this end telework?
Biden Administration Directs Agencies to Cut Telework (Sort of)
New OMB guidance directs agencies to scale back telework for federal employees. Will it actually happen this time?
