Pay & Benefits
Anti-tobacco groups praise bill to ban smoking in federal buildings
California Democrat offered legislation after Obama declined to issue an executive order.
Pay & Benefits
Measure targeting workers comp benefits draws criticism
Unions oppose the proposal to reduce income of retirement-age FECA beneficiaries to no more than they would receive under a normal federal retirement plan.
Defense
Defense agency eyes tablets and smartphones for Europe, Mideast and Africa
Planned procurement is viewed as endorsement of Apple and Google products for eventual global use.
News
State Department's rerouting plan could kill Keystone pipeline
The move delays project until at least 2013 -- after the next presidential election.
Oversight
Senate OKs bill to repeal 3 percent withholding tax for government contractors
House members are expected to support the legislation, which could be headed to President Obama next week.
Pay & Benefits
Life insurance premium changes on the way for some feds
Affected employees and retirees will see decreases or increases depending on their plans.
News
The IRS performed well in aftermath of Texas plane attack, auditors say
Response to 2010 terrorism incident required safeguarding taxpayer data and treating traumatized employees.
News
Perry laughs off debate gaffe on morning shows
The governor's on a full offensive to control the damage and says he's not quitting the race for president.
News
The Week in Comments: Ron Paul, military leader speak out
The best in reader reaction to recent articles.
News
Super committee co-chair hasn't given up hope
Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Texas, also contradicted the contention of some of his GOP colleagues that Democrats have walked away from the deficit talks.
News
How could Rick Perry get rid of the Commerce Department?
The agency was founded in 1913 at the end of the Taft administration to be the business counterpart to the Department of Labor.
News
Former top CIA lawyer under investigation
The Justice Department is probing whether John Rizzo revealed classified information during Newsweek interview.
News
Play of the Day -- Rick Perry's 'amazing' debate meltdown and Italy needs Herman Cain
A daily roundup of late-night video.
Pay & Benefits
FERS Fact Check
How much do federal employees contribute to their overall retirement benefits?
Oversight