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TRICARE Increases Mental Health Care Providers

Beneficiaries can keep their current counselors, or opt for an independent provider as of Aug. 18.

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House Approves Bill to Reduce Pay for Many TSA Agents

Some officers would no longer qualify as law enforcement personnel.

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The Government Can Keep Subsidizing Hill Staff's Obamacare--For Now

Judge throws out a lawsuit against the rule allowing subsidies to continue.

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HUD Hiring Blitz Attracts Vets, Minorities

The department is on track to make 1,000 hires by the end of fiscal 2014 with an eye on diversity.

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Senator Wants to Ensure People Who Retaliate Against VA Whistleblowers Get Fired

Employees who punish whistleblowers can currently get away with just a reprimand, senator says.

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OPM Announces More Flexibility for Dental and Vision Coverage

Next month certain employees will be able to enroll for benefits or switch plans outside of Open Season.

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TSP Officials Want You to Know the Consequences of Tapping Your Account for a Loan

Public service announcement looks at the costs and benefits of borrowing against retirement funds.

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House Approves Changing TSP Default Settings to More Lucrative Funds

Bill auto-enrolls new feds in more diverse fund, rather than the lower-yield government securities offering.

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Buyout Watch: Air Force and TSA Join the List

An inventory of the agencies that are cutting costs through buyouts or early retirements.

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Air Force to Offer Separation Incentives to Thousands of Civilians

If necessary, service will resort to layoffs to reach sequestration budget caps.

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TSA Offers Early Retirement to Workers

Eligible employees must leave agency by Dec. 31 to take advantage of the incentive.

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Too Many Senior Executives Receive Bonuses, Lawmakers Say

Advocates say pay must be high enough to incentivize qualified professionals to join the SES ranks.

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When to Seek Financial Help

Weighing whether to work with a professional adviser to manage your money.

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The Benefits Federal Employees Love Most

Retirement and health plans rate well; some other perks are drawing very little interest.

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Senators Want VA Wait List Manipulators to Give Back Their Bonuses

Federal employee advocates question legality, say process in place to ensure fairness.

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Lawmakers Pressure OPM to Begin Phased Retirement

Partial retirement became legal two years ago, but feds are still awaiting final guidance.