Management
Judge Strikes Down Trump Executive Orders Limiting Federal Employee Union Bargaining
The administration's orders "eviscerate" collective bargaining rights in violation of the Civil Service Reform Act, judge finds.
Pay & Benefits
Senate Approves Spending Package With Military Pay Raise, No Labor Dept. Pay Freeze
An amendment to freeze the pay of Labor employees was not offered on the floor.
Oversight
Senator Wants Update on FEMA Contracts Ahead of Hurricane Season
The agency has come under increased scrutiny over noncompetitive awards in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Oversight
Watchdog: Pruitt Appearance in Trade Association Video Didn't Break Any Rules
Then-EPA administrator’s interview about clean water rules was within the purview of official duties, GAO finds.
Management
Labor Relations Board to Offer Buyouts, Early Retirement
The agency, which has battled flat funding levels for years, wants to re-balance its workforce and offices.
Pay & Benefits
Guaranteed Paid Sick Leave for Contractors, and Changes to the Annual Charitable Giving Drive
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
Pay & Benefits
Senator Tries to Ensure That at Least 14,000 Feds Have Their Pay Frozen Next Year
Republican introduces an appropriations bill amendment to hold pay level at one department, after failing to secure a governmentwide freeze as part of a separate spending measure.
Management
VA Secretary Reintroduces 'Gray Area' in Scope of Bargaining with Unions
Secretary unravels agreement that had clarified the issues that may be negotiated between labor and management.
Pay & Benefits
Defense Announces Contract to Replace Cumbersome Travel Booking System
The government will spend $9 million to replace the aging travel booking process.
Management
Cautionary Tales from Past Attempts at Pay-for-Performance
Merit board warns of pitfalls in changing compensation structures.
Management
Latest Plan for Trump Parade Reportedly Includes Tanks, Despite Congressional Prohibition
The defense authorization bill signed by President Trump on Monday blocks use of “motorized units” for November event.
Management
These Agencies Have Lost the Most Workers Under Trump
Agriculture and HHS have seen the steepest declines, while Homeland Security and VA have staffed up.
Pay & Benefits
A Rollback of Military Financial Protections, a Per Diem Increase for Feds, and More
A weekly round-up of pay and benefits news.
Management
Federal Scientists Feel Stymied by Censorship, Politicization, and Departures
Survey finds an “unfortunate and dangerous” atmosphere for science in key federal agencies.
Pay & Benefits
Feds Don’t Think a 1.9 Percent Pay Raise Would Be Enough to Attract Talent
Although uncertainty surrounds whether workers will receive a raise next year, "It’s better than nothing," one employee quipped in response to a poll.
Pay & Benefits
As D.C. Feds Face Nightmare Commute, OPM Urges Telework and Other 'Flexibilities'
Transit officials have urged customers to use Metro only if they “have no other option.”
Management
HHS Managers Said to Have Bargained in 'Bad Faith' Over Union Contract That Strips Telework
Department official says HHS supports telework, but not as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
Management
Appointee Watch: Border Patrol Chief Named as Record Vacancies Continue
Key nominations announced at Veterans Affairs, State Department.
Management
Largest Federal Employee Union Files Grievance Against VA
AFGE calls VA’s implementation of Trump’s official time executive order “inconsistent and haphazard.”
Pay & Benefits