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The latest on federal employee compensation issues
The latest on federal employee compensation issues
House Lawmakers Push Retroactive Pay for Furloughed Feds
Bipartisan bill ensures back pay; senators are expected to introduce companion legislation. Read more12:29 PM ETcomments
Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va.
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Retirement Planning
Tammy Flanagan offers advice on how to prepare for life after government. Read more
Thrift Savings Plan
The Thrift Savings Plan is a contribution plan for civil service employees and ... Read more
In Focus: Who Faces Furloughs?
About 900,000 feds, almost half the civilian workforce, must take unpaid leave during the shutdown.
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Obama to Troops, Civilians: We'll Support You in Shutdown
President issues video message to Defense employees as shutdown begins.
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Obama: Federal Employees Will Be Hit Hard by Shutdown
Feds “will be hurt greatly,” president says in urging action to prevent funding crisis.
September 30
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Military and Support Personnel Will Get Paid On Time During Shutdown
Defense and Homeland Security secretaries can decide which civilians ...
September 30
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VA Will Cut Off Disability Payments If Shutdown Lasts a Month
VA Will Cut Off Disability Payments If Shutdown Lasts a Month
Claims processors will continue to work if the government closes.
September 30
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Many Federal Employees Are Facing Second Set of Furloughs in Six-Month Span
A potential government shutdown will hit many of the same ...
September 30
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On Shutdown Day, Employees Must Still Show Up
OMB directive would require a half-day to lock things down.
September 30
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Feds Furloughed By Shutdown Cannot Contribute to Retirement Fund
Employees would also lose TSP matching contributions from agencies, unless ...
September 30
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Updated: Agencies Post Shutdown Plans Online
Obama administration directed agencies to provide guidance to employees on Friday, as Oct. 1 ...
September 30
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In Focus: How Many Employees Face Furloughs?
The number of workers on unpaid leave during a government shutdown varies widely by agency.
September 27
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Democratic Lawmakers Support Retroactive Pay for Shutdown Furloughs
Back pay would not be guaranteed for ‘nonessential’ personnel if ...
September 27
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