Pay & Benefits

Federal Employees Unlikely to Get Extra Time Off Around Christmas

Christmas Eve will fall on a Saturday this year.

Pay & Benefits

Here’s How One Federal Employee Union Will Fight Back Against Trump

Leader acknowledges many battles ahead but says the president-elect does not represent an existential threat.

Pay & Benefits

Shutdown Suspense, Stubborn Retirement Backlog, Details on the Inauguration Day Holiday and More

A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.

Pay & Benefits

Open Season Q&A

Answers to questions that may help you make your health insurance choices.

Pay & Benefits

TSP Funds Improve in November

The C and F funds had a good month, after a rough October for all the offerings.

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Officials Say There Are No Easy Fixes To Skyrocketing Long-Term Care Insurance Costs

Premium increases aren’t going away, and few reforms are being floated.

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House Passes Bills to Boost Overtime Pay and Protect Whistleblowers

Measures seek to fix previous laws that unintentionally hurt federal employees.

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Details on 2017 Locality Pay, a Surprise With the Military Raise, and More

A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.

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Hill Negotiators Ignore Obama and Give Troops Biggest Pay Raise in 6 Years

Conference committee settles on a 2.1 percent military boost, rejecting the White House's request for a 1.6 percent raise.

Pay & Benefits

Check Out Your 2017 Locality Pay Rate

California cities and the Washington, D.C., area see biggest boosts for next year.

Pay & Benefits

House Panel To Examine Federal Long-Term Care Premium Hikes

Lawmakers on Wednesday will ask officials why the average enrollee is now paying $111 more per month for coverage.

Management

Obama's 'Fair Pay, Safe Workplaces' Rule for Federal Contractors Appears Endangered

Rule could fall as part of Trump’s broad promise to cut regulations.

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Trump’s Immigration Policy Would Push Legal Workers Down the Occupational Ladder

Many voters appear to believe that deporting illegal immigrants would boost job opportunities and wages for U.S. workers. But economic modelling suggests different conclusions."

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Most Feds Could Save $2K or More By Switching Health Insurance

A new guide aims to help federal employees and retirees make more informed decisions during open season.

Pay & Benefits

Overtime Pay, Bonuses, Firefighter Benefits and More

A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.

Pay & Benefits

White House Increases Bonus Spending Cap to 1.5 Percent For Federal Employees

After a six-year freeze at 1 percent, the aggregate spending cap for non-senior level performance awards rises slightly.

Pay & Benefits

Vets Affected By Calif. National Guard Bonus Debacle Would Not Owe Government Under House Bill

Republican lawmakers also want Defense to repay with interest anyone who already paid their debt, which resulted from overpayments by military recruiters.

Pay & Benefits

Making Your Open Season Choices

A guide to making the best decisions for you and your family’s needs.

Pay & Benefits

2017 Holidays, Pay and Benefits During Transitions, and More

A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.

Pay & Benefits

Congress Looks to Ensure Secret Service Agents Receive Earned Overtime Pay

A pay cap during the busy election season is among many problems at the agency.