Who is eligible? How much will it be? Learn what actions (if any) you need to take. more…
Options for Telework-Eligible Employees with Caregiving Responsibilities
OPM published new guidance outlining the teleworking options agencies can provide to federal employees who have caregiving roles during the the coronavirus situation more…
Federal Employee Groups, Democratic Lawmakers Want More Protections for Workforce
Hazard duty pay and some other protections for federal employees were not included in the recent $2 trillion coronavirus relief package more…
Social Security Warns of Scam Due to Office Closures
Fraudulent letters are being sent to beneficiaries threatening suspension of Social Security benefits due to COVID-19 or coronavirus-related office closures more…
Insurance Benefits Processing Will Continue During Coronavirus Crisis, OPM Said
The Office of Personnel Management is instructing federal agencies to continue processing changes to FEHB and FEGLI more…
Bipartisan Bill Requires Agencies to Maximize Telework for Federal Employees
If passed, the Emergency Telework Act would allow all telework-eligible federal workers to telework full-time unless there is a clear and compelling reason not to do so more…
IRS Provides FAQs on 2019 Federal Income Tax Deadline Extensions
The frequently asked questions provide answers to topics including eligibility, IRA and HSA contributions, and estimated taxes more…
House Democrats Introduce Stimulus Bill With Federal Employee Protections
The coronavirus response bill addresses teleworking, family and childcare, hazardous duty pay and workers’ compensation more…
Social Security Closes Local Offices, But Continues Critical Services and Benefit Payments
The agency has provided links to available online and telephone resources for those who need help more…
Tax Day Now July 15, 2020: IRS Extends Filing Deadline and Federal Tax Payments
The extension now applies to all taxpayers, including individuals, trusts and estates, corporations and other non-corporate tax filers as well as those who pay self-employment tax more…