Pay & Benefits
OPM Waives Recruitment and Retention Incentive Rules for Coronavirus Outbreak, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
State Department Allows Employees to Take Off 10 Paid Hours Per Week
Administrative leave will help employees look after loved ones or their own health during coronavirus crisis, department says.
Federal HR Leaders Want a Comprehensive Review of the Government's Pay System
In the fiscal 2019 governmentwide human capital survey, agency officials said a lack of funding and the General Schedule are "significant obstacles" to achieving their goals.
In Case You’re Wondering What You’d Make in Retirement
It’s fairly easy to calculate your own estimate of your benefit.
TSP Portfolios Plummet, and a Delay to the Annual Federal Morale Survey
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Federal Workers, Union Sue for Hazard Pay
A federal class action lawsuit argues that agencies should be required to provide hazardous duty pay to federal employees who have been exposed to the coronavirus.
Federal Workers, Dems Push for Hazard Pay in Next Coronavirus Legislation
House lawmakers and unions want feds to receive extra compensation if their job puts them at risk of exposure to COVID-19, but the provision was not included in the $2 trillion relief package approved by the Senate Wednesday night.
How (Not) to Manage Your TSP During a Pandemic
Now is not the time to panic, even if you’re close to retirement.
Pentagon Postpones Some Medical Procedures, and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
House Dems Unveil Stimulus Plan Including Paid Childcare, Mandatory Telework and Hazard Pay for Feds
Measure comes with a $2.5 trillion price tag and includes provisions to rescind Trump's efforts to weaken federal employee unions.
TSP Officials Report Continuous Service Despite Coronavirus, Market Volatility
Officials at the federal government’s 401(k)-style retirement savings program said although the agency saw a record number of inter-fund transfers, most participants are sticking with their investment plan.
How (Not) to Retire During a Pandemic
Now is not the best time to leave.
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